Fred Rutman: Surviving Death 20 Times and Finding Resilience

Life-Changing Challengers

In this riveting episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus interviews Fred Rutman, author of The Summer I Died 20 Times and host of the Dead Man Walking podcast. Fred shares his extraordinary journey of surviving over 20 clinical deaths due to a rare heart condition that caused his heart to stop unexpectedly. Through vivid storytelling, Fred recounts his experiences with medical trauma, misdiagnosis, and the challenges of living with multiple pacemakers. Despite the odds, Fred has emerged stronger, advocating for resilience, hope, and self-advocacy in the face of life’s greatest challenges.

Fred also discusses the transformative power of intermittent fasting, his upcoming sequel Dead Again, and his passion for helping others find meaning through adversity. His humor, insight, and unwavering optimism make this an episode you won’t want to miss.

Episode Highlights:

• [1:00] – Fred reflects on his upbringing in Winnipeg and the early challenges of growing up with undiagnosed medical conditions.
• [15:30] – The moment Fred was first clinically dead and the misdiagnoses that delayed his treatment.
• [27:50] – His life with pacemakers, including malfunctions and surgeries, and what it feels like to be “repeatedly dead.”
• [39:00] – Fred’s out-of-body experience during one of his deaths and the lessons it taught him about life and resilience.
• [50:15] – The transformative effects of intermittent fasting on his health, including reversing diabetes and chronic pain.
• [1:02:30] – Fred’s advice on building resilience, maintaining hope, and advocating for yourself in the medical system.

Key Takeaways:

1. Resilience is a muscle you can build through challenges, community support, and self-advocacy.
2. Hope is a powerful, free resource that can help you navigate even the darkest times.
3. Intermittent fasting can be a life-changing tool for improving overall health and reversing chronic conditions.
4. Building a strong community is essential for emotional and physical survival during tough times.

Links & Resources:

• Fred Rutman’s Website: RepeatedlyDeadFred.com
• Fred’s Books:
  • The Summer I Died 20 Times – Available on Amazon.
  • Upcoming sequel: Dead Again – Stay tuned for its release.
• Dead Man Walking Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
• Follow Fred on Social Media:
  • Instagram: @repeatedlydf
  • LinkedIn: Fred Rutman

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