What happens after you survive the unimaginable — and life expects you to simply move on? In this episode, 1/3 Emotional Projector Jessica Buchanan shares how being kidnapped and held hostage in Somalia became only the beginning of her true story. She opens up about the long and often unseen process of "surviving survival" — rebuilding identity, trust, and purpose after trauma — and how she transformed that journey into a mission to help others do the same.

Jessica reveals how learning her Human Design as a Projector gave her permission to rest, release the pressure to hustle, and finally trust her own rhythm. Together, she and Nicole explore what it means to stop forcing outcomes, let life unfold through alignment, and find the courage to redefine success on your own terms.

This conversation is equal parts raw and empowering — a reminder that healing isn't about going back to who you were, but about honoring who you've become. Whether you're recovering from burnout, heartbreak, or a major life shift, Jessica's story will show you that purpose can rise even from the hardest moments, if you're willing to see yourself differently.

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