From the Edge
We share real stories from people who have faced trauma—illness, injury, loss, and moments where everything could have fallen apart—and found a way to come back stronger.
These aren’t highlight reels or influencer narratives.
These are raw, honest accounts from people who went through the fire and came out changed—living with clarity, gratitude, and intention.
At the core of every story is the same truth: what could have broken them became the moment that reshaped their life for the better.
Inspired by Kintsugi, we believe the cracks aren’t flaws—they’re where the strength and meaning are formed.
If you’re in the middle of a difficult chapter, this channel is here to show you what’s possible on the other side.
And if you’ve lived it, we want to hear your story. Because the edge isn’t the end—it’s where the story begins.
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Episodes
Aug 13, 2026
Aug 13, 2026
32 min
A few days into walking the Camino de Santiago, I was struck by a car. At the time, it felt random, just bad luck. Years later, after cancer, a brain tumor, a bone marrow transplant, and a complete life reset, I began to see that walk had been preparing me for something much bigger.If you've ever faced a setback or health crisis, this is for you!
Jul 29, 2026
Jul 29, 2026
1hr 40 min
Ericson Abalos was a rising MMA fighter who had just experienced the thrill of his first professional victory. Then, in an instant, a devastating neck injury changed the course of his life forever. In this powerful conversation, Erickson shares the journey leading up to the injury, what it felt like in those first terrifying moments, and the long road of recovery that followed. He opens up about fear, identity, faith, perseverance, and discovering purpose after the life he had planned was suddenly taken away. This isn’t just a story about a broken neck. It’s a story about rebuilding a life. If you’ve ever faced a setback, questioned your future, or wondered whether something good could ever come from your darkest season, Ericson’s story is a reminder that our greatest trials can become the foundation for something greater. To follow Ericson on Instagram: @eabalso27
Jul 28, 2026
Jul 28, 2026
13 min
One year after my bone marrow transplant, I look back on everything that changed, physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually. This isn’t just a story about surviving cancer; it’s about discovering gratitude, purpose, and a completely new way of living. If you’re searching for hope after a difficult season, this is for you.
Jul 28, 2026
Jul 28, 2026
18 min
A brain tumor changed my life overnight. A bone marrow transplant gave me a second chance. In this episode of From the Edge, I talk about life after transplant, the physical recovery, the emotional terrain, and the perspective I gained along the way. If you’re walking through recovery or facing a major setback, I hope this reminds you that healing is possible, one step at a time.
Jul 28, 2026
Jul 28, 2026
32 min
A few days into walking the Camino de Santiago, I was struck by a car. At the time, it felt random, just bad luck. Years later, after cancer, a brain tumor, a bone marrow transplant, and a complete life reset, I began to see that walk had been preparing me for something much bigger.
If you've ever faced a setback or health crisis, this is for you!