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Devon Brzezynski
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I'm a congenital heart defect survivor and an occupational therapy student with a passion for helping cardiac patients take control of their health & well-being to live longer, healthier lives. Learn from industry leaders in physical fitness, diet and nutrition after a cardiac event, mental health and reducing stress, mindful meditations, the importance of sleep (and how to get better quality sleep), and interviewing survivors about their unique journeys throughout the rehabilitation process.

  1. How CPR Saved Her Life: Stephanie Austin's Story

    05/12/2023

    How CPR Saved Her Life: Stephanie Austin's Story

    Stephanie was a healthy 35-year old living with her husband and children when she experienced cardiac arrest in her sleep. Her husband, who knew CPR, jumped into action, calling 9-1-1 and immediately starting CPR. We talk about how stress contributed to her cardiac arrest, CPR, changes in her memory, and more!

    1 hr
  2. How Lifestyle Habits Reversed Her Diabetes: Melissa Williams

    04/28/2023

    How Lifestyle Habits Reversed Her Diabetes: Melissa Williams

    Melissa Williams had chronic high blood pressure, Type II Diabetes, and was incredibly stressed at work. At only 32 years old, she experienced a heart attack that changed her life forever. Not only has Melissa made an incredible recovery, but she has changed her habits so much that she was able to reverse her diabetes & now lives a very healthy life.

    37 min
  3. Master Your Sleep: Annika Carroll

    04/21/2023

    Master Your Sleep: Annika Carroll

    Did you know lack of sleep is a risk factor for heart disease?! Annika Carroll speaks about her own personal struggle with sleep, and shares how she has mastered her routines to improve her sleep quality. Contact Annika:Website: https://www.sleepmasterymethod.comContact Devon;Email: Devbrz@gmail.com

    33 min
  4. Survivor Series: Hannah, Living with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

    04/16/2023

    Survivor Series: Hannah, Living with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

    Hannah is a sudden cardiac arrest survivor, diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy at 14 years old, the #1 killer of student athletes. Due to recommendations from her cardiologist, she pivoted from sports to theatre and now advocates for heart disease through grassroots efforts in her community. She co-founded the non-profit, Heart Charged, with her sister Bethany to increase awareness of heart disease, CPR, and AED training. Hannah shares her heart journey & her desire to increase visibility into the heart disease community through her love of theatre. Part 2 with Bethany will be coming soon...Heart Charge has submitted a film to the Disability Film Challenge, increasing awareness of heart disease in teens. Hannah wanted to create this film because she has not seen teens with her condition represented in the media. This short film also incorporates an educational AED music video. Check it out here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CqyAXTOuaCz/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3DWomen are less likely to receive bystander CPR because of our breasts.Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy often goes undiagnosed but is the #1 killer of teens. Hands only CPR increases a person's survival rate 2-3xContact Hannah:Website: www.getheartcharged.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartcharged/?hl=enContact Devon: devbrz@gmail.com

    58 min
  5. Survivor Series: Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome

    04/07/2023

    Survivor Series: Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome

    Jessica Cowin is a congenital heart defect survivor, born with hypo plastic left heart syndrome. Once very private about her condition, Jessica now shares her story on a national platform to educate others about her diagnosis. She shares her experiences growing up, surgeries she has had to endure, and how her sister saved her life by donating one of her own kidneys. Contact Jessica: https://instagram.com/jcarmelc17?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= , Email: jcowin@childrensheartfoundation.org Children's heart foundation: https://www.chfn.org Contact Devon: devbrz@gmail.com

    1h 9m
  6. Self Esteem after a Cardiac Event: Clarissa Burt

    03/31/2023

    Self Esteem after a Cardiac Event: Clarissa Burt

    Are you self-aware of your emotions, habits, and routines when it comes to self-confidence? Clarissa Burt is an international/award-winning author of, The Self-Esteem Regime, a manual which gives step-by-step instructions to live a more confident life. We talk about the 4 pillars of mental health, mirror therapy, and ways to empower resilience and self-confidence. Contact Clarissa:InstagramTwitterLinkedInFacebookContact Devon:Email: devbrz@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev0n_b/

    31 min
  7. Survivor Series: Living a Full Life with Half a Heart

    03/24/2023

    Survivor Series: Living a Full Life with Half a Heart

    Roma Dueck is a congenital heart defect survivor who was born with tricuspid atresia who required several surgeries throughout childhood called Fontan surgery. Researchers estimate there are only 50,000 people with Fontan's syndrome in the world. Roma lives each day like it's her last and manages her heart disease knowing that one day she will require a full heart transplant. Contact Roma:Podcast: Sick Like USWebsite: www.sicklikeus.com Email: connect@sicklikeus.comContact Devon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev0n_b Email: devbrz@gmail.com

    38 min
  8. Your Diagnosis Does Not Define You: Sam Mitchell

    03/17/2023

    Your Diagnosis Does Not Define You: Sam Mitchell

    Sam Mitchell is a 20-year-old motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and advocate, focused on eliminating the stigma behind what it means to be on the autism spectrum. We dive into his story with autism, what he's had to overcome, and his strategies to live a positive life. Recognitions: Top 10 on the People's Choice Podcast Awards, 2nd place in the Indiana Jag Entrepreneurship Program, and Best Business at the Indiana CEO Trade Company. Contact Sam:Website: https://autismrocksandrolls.comPodcast: https://trickles.podbean.comContact Devon:Email: devbrz@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev0n_b/

    21 min
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I'm a congenital heart defect survivor and an occupational therapy student with a passion for helping cardiac patients take control of their health & well-being to live longer, healthier lives. Learn from industry leaders in physical fitness, diet and nutrition after a cardiac event, mental health and reducing stress, mindful meditations, the importance of sleep (and how to get better quality sleep), and interviewing survivors about their unique journeys throughout the rehabilitation process.

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  • Creator
    Devon Brzezynski
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    © Devon Brzezynski 2023
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