Rising from Trauma: Navy SEAL Grit & Healing with Ellen Busch

In this powerful episode of , host Shreya sits down with Ellen Busch—trauma survivor, life coach, and author of Disempowered. From escaping abuse to training with Navy SEALs, Ellen shares how she transformed her life by confronting limiting beliefs, reclaiming her voice, and committing to deep healing. She opens up about the critical moment on a crowded highway that sparked her journey, how discipline and breathwork became tools for transformation, and why thriving—not just surviving—is possible for anyone willing to begin. This episode is a raw and grounded look at what it means to heal from the inside out. About the Guest – Ellen Busch: Ellen Busch is the author of Disempowered: From the Silence of Abuse to the Grit of Navy SEAL Training. She is a certified life coach and speaker dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their voice after trauma. A survivor of domestic abuse and dyslexia, Ellen draws from personal experience and elite training to support others in their healing journey. Key Takeaways: Ellen’s healing began with a “surrender point” on a highway—choosing to live differently. Her biggest limiting belief was internalized shame from dyslexia and abuse. Training with Navy SEAL Commander Mark Divine taught her emotional resilience through physical discipline. Breathwork, especially box breathing, can be a starting point for calming the nervous system and healing trauma. Healing is not linear. It takes time, commitment, and trustworthy guidance. Reclaiming your voice is about authenticity and aligning with your true purpose. Connect with Ellen Busch: Website: ellenbusch.com Instagram: @ellenbusch1500 Book: Disempowered available on Amazon & Audible Want to be a guest on Inner Peace, Better Health? DM on PM: DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Tune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us: YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod Threads – https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.pod Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness