The Why Of It All: Episode 5 - With special Guest Captain Shayne Ellis

Join Melanie and Gina - best friends for 25 years - on the 5th episode of The Why Of It All, a podcast about healing through growth mindset and finding purpose in pain and growth through adversity (originally aired 3/25/25 on “TheWhyOfItAll” Rumble channel, link below).

In this episode of The Why Of It All, we welcome our very first guest - Capt. Shayne Ellis - a man whose life embodies resilience, passion, and a profound commitment to his personal healing journey. Shayne shares his multiple experiences of traumatic injuries and personal tragedies including a recent traumatic brain injury he acquired after being struck by lightning. We delve into how this life-altering event reshaped his entire perspective on life, and shifted his priorities from being a “Human DOer” to a “Human BEing.” Join us as we explore insights into overcoming adversity, finding purpose amidst pain, and the healing power of letting go of control. Whether you're navigating your own storm or seeking inspiration to live more fully, this conversation offers a beacon of hope and a testament to the human spirit's capacity to adapt, evolve and thrive.

***Huge shoutout and thank you to our friend, Patrick Gunnels, for supporting our passion project and for helping us expand our reach! Episodes 1-10+, previously aired on our own platforms, will stream to the Pgunnels channel WED & SUN nights @ 7pm cdt/8pm edt/5pm pdt until we get caught up to the NEW, weekly episode releases. All new episodes will then continue at that time slot on Wed!***

For more about Shayne's journey and his endeavors, visit his website at captshayne.com


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