Otherworld
Episode 61: Lost in the Fog
Nov 27, 2023
Jamie, someone who had a unique near-death experience during heart surgery, grapples with the trauma. They discuss experiencing weeks in 'the fog' and explore consciousness and the nature of being. The podcast delves into Jamie's journey, grief, shame, and longing. It also touches on therapy, selling cars, feeling disconnected, and finding support.
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- Jamie's near-death experience in the fog provided her with profound insights on life, compassion, and the limitations of human perception.
- Jamie struggled with detachment and feelings of being an imposter after her near-death experience, shaping her beliefs about compassion and the limitations of human perspective.
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Jamie's Rare Heart Condition and Near-Death Experience
Jamie shares her story of growing up with a rare heart condition called complete heart block, which required multiple surgeries and the insertion of a pacemaker. During one of these surgeries, she had a near-death experience where she felt trapped in a foggy, liminal space. Jamie reflects on the profound insights she gained during her experience, including a newfound appreciation for life and a deeper understanding of compassion and the limitations of human perception.
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