“It is wise to believe something wonderful

is about to happen”. ~Anonymous

Welcome to Surviving with Dr. Chrissie — a space where truth meets healing and survival turns into purpose. I created this platform to give voice to the stories we’re often told to silence — the ones shaped by trauma, resilience, faith, and the long road to becoming whole again. Here, we talk about real life: the hard days, the messy healing, and the moments of grace that remind us we’re still standing. Through honest conversations, survivor stories, and a little bit of humor and hope, Surviving with Dr. Chrissie is more than a podcast or a blog — it’s a community. Because surviving isn’t the end of the story; it’s where the rebuilding begins.

Our innermost self knows the truth.

Do you trust your instincts?

There have been moments in my life when logic, advice, and even my own plans pointed me in one direction—but something deeper whispered, “No.” For a long time I ignored that quiet pull in my gut. I told myself it was fear, or overthinking, or just nerves. But the more I lived, the more I realized that my instincts weren’t random. They were a form of inner wisdom subtle, steady, and surprisingly accurate.

Trusting my instincts has literally saved my life. I’ve walked away from situations that looked harmless but felt wrong. I’ve changed my route home for no clear reason, only to learn later that I avoided something dangerous. I’ve cut ties with people who smiled warmly but carried intentions my intuition recognized long before I did. Each time, that internal nudge didn’t argue or explain; it simply urged me to choose myself.

Even now I can tell by listening to myself if a person is genuine or a threat.

Instincts aren’t loud. They don’t shout over the noise of everyday life. They tap you on the shoulder gently, hoping you’ll listen. And when you do, something powerful happens—you begin to trust yourself. You realize that your body and mind are constantly gathering information you might not consciously notice, connecting dots you don’t even see.

Learning to honor that inner signal has brought me safety, peace, and a deeper sense of confidence. It’s become one of my most reliable tools—not because it’s magical, but because it’s mine.

If there’s one lesson I’ve earned through experience, it’s this:
Your instincts are not random. They are your life’s early warning system, your internal compass, and often, your first protector. Listen to them. They just might save your life, too.

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