Guest Bio:
Victoria Burmeister is a resilient survivor, speaker, author, advocate, and faith-filled warrior. At just 19 years old, a devastating car accident left her with a severe spinal cord injury doctors believed would end her independence. But by the grace of God, Victoria defied those odds and rose stronger than ever. Now, decades later, she continues to live a vibrant life rooted in purpose, positivity, and unwavering faith.
Her memoir Whiplashed But Not Broken details her extraordinary journey through trauma, healing, motherhood, and self-discovery. She’s also a co-author of Still We Rise, an empowering collection of stories highlighting triumph over adversity.
Victoria believes deeply in the power of mindset. To her, the wheelchair is simply a tool, not a limitation. She passionately advocates for mind-body wellness, natural healing, and homeopathic approaches like LifeWave patches. Her philosophy centers on using the God-given light within us to heal from the inside out.
Episode References:
Still We Rise: Stories of Triumph Over Disabilities and The Strength of Empowerment
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Connect with Victoria:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/life_possitively_rolls_on/
Facebook: Victoria Burmeister | Facebook
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lady_vick68
Connect with Melanie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activateandilluminate/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/activateandilluminate
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@activateandilluminatewithmel
Website: https://activateandilluminate.com/
Contact Us: pr@melaniewakelin.com
Melanie’s Businesses:
LifeVantage Representative: http://protandimcanada.lifevantage.com/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Victoria's Journey
06:45 The Impact of the Accident
13:15 Life After the Accident: Raising a Family
23:22 Finding Freedom and Purpose
25:16 The Journey of Writing and Self-Discovery
29:09 Embracing Life's Transitions
31:07 Advice for Overcoming Challenges
31:46 Seeing Beyond Disabilities
33:22 Pride in Personal Achievements
34:39 Navigating Relationships and Challenges
37:23 The Experience of Motherhood
40:27 Exploring New Ventures and Wellness
44:14 Looking Forward to the Future
