Resilience, Recovery, and Moving Forward: A Conversation with Lee Woodruff

Living to 100 Club

In this special episode of the Living to 100 Club podcast, we sit down with Lee Woodruff, acclaimed author, speaker, and co-founder of the Bob Woodruff Foundation. Lee's life was forever changed 19 years ago when her husband, ABC News journalist Bob Woodruff, was severely injured while covering the Iraq War. Her best-selling book, In an Instant, captured the raw emotions of grief, shock, and resilience in the aftermath of that life-altering event. While Lee has shared this story many times, in today’s conversation, we delve deeper into the lessons learned on resilience and how to move forward after a traumatic experience. Lee shares insights on navigating the complexities of recovery, both emotional and physical, and how she and her family have found ways to not just survive but thrive. We also explore Lee's ongoing work with the Bob Woodruff Foundation, an organization dedicated to helping injured veterans and their families. Notably, the Bob Woodruff Foundation has raised over $100 million for veteran causes. Additionally, Lee discusses her consulting business, where she uses her personal and professional experiences to help others craft and share their own powerful stories. Mini Bio A popular speaker and the author of three best-selling books, journalist Lee Woodruff’s distinctive voice comes from the heart. Whether she’s sharing wisdom about the healthcare journey and recovery, or speaking candidly about life and family, she draws on her experiences to connect with the audience. Her trademark humor and down-to- earth manner has made her a popular keynote speaker nationwide. She is also a monthly contributor to AARP’s caregiving column. Lee also runs a consulting business that helps clients become more effective interview subjects and dynamic communicators during speeches and presentations. For Our Listeners Lee's website: LeeWoodruff.com Bob Woodruff Foundation website: BobWoorduffFoundation.org