Podcast 003: Surviving a Life-Changing Road Traffic Accident with Hazel Chaisty
Welcome to Episode 3 of The Rediscovery of Me: Life Stories Podcast.
In this episode, I am joined by the incredible Hazel Chaisty. Here, she discusses surviving a road traffic accident.
In 2004, at the age of 31, Hazel Chaisty was on her way home from work in when she suffered a life-changing injury in a motorbike accident. She claims to be ‘just an ordinary girl from Manchester’, but today Hazel is an international athlete and a member of Team GB. She tells us her remarkable story.
During this episode you will learn about:
- Hazel’s recollection of her motorbike accident and the incredible treatment she received
- The journey to recovery in hospital and at home as a new wheelchair user
- How Hazel adapted to her new existence and the challenges she continues to face every day
- Hazel’s struggle with depression and coming to terms with her injuries
- The practical aspects of what happens when someone is involved in a serious RTA and how to cope financially
- How a chance post on Facebook led to a new chapter in Hazel’s life
- Her inspirational journey as an athlete for Team GB
- Why we shouldn’t live in fear, but instead put our phones away and LIVE!
Connect
The amazing Hazel Chaisty can be found on her website at hchaisty.co.uk
She can also be found:
Facebook – Hazel Chaisty Archer.
The British Archery Team – Archery GB
The book referenced in the podcast is Choke, by Sian Beilock. She also has a fascinating TED Talk which can be found here.
Carol Dwek can be easily found on Google, but her TED Talk is a great place to start if you’re not familiar with her work.
Finally, I think that we should give a huge ‘shout out’ to The Mirror & Picture Factory in Stockport who were so supportive of Hazel when she had her accident. Great to hear of a company being so supportive of its employees!
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