Episode 50: She Came Back From Death With a Truth You Need to Hear | Kathy Buckley on Living Beyond Pain

In this episode of Living in the Miracle Zone, Marci Shimoff sits down with comedian, actress, author, and inspirational speaker Kathy Buckley—whose story reads like a Hollywood movie… except it’s real.

Kathy was misdiagnosed as mentally challenged, survived a tragic accident that left her in a wheelchair for years, faced sexual abuse in her home, battled cancer—twice—and even died on the beach after being run over by a lifeguard jeep.

But what happened after she died is the turning point of this entire conversation. Kathy experienced a divine love beyond anything imaginable—and she came back from death not only with a story, but with a truth that will shake you awake.

Tune in to discover:

  • What Kathy experienced during her near-death moment
  • How divine love can be felt even in life’s darkest places
  • Why forgiveness isn’t about the past—it’s about freedom
  • How she turned pain into purpose and became one of America’s most beloved speakers
  • Why living in the miracle zone is a choice you can make every day

Episode Chapters:

00:00 – Kathy Buckley’s Epic Introduction

01:24 – What It Means to Live in the Miracle Zone

03:16 – Misdiagnosis & Early Life Struggles

06:13 – Life After Death: The Beach Jeep Accident

08:39 – The Divine Love She Found After Dying

14:01 – Childhood Trauma & Forgiving the Unforgivable

20:58 – How Forgiveness Set Her Free

23:04 – Loving the Inner Child

26:22 – Humor from Hardship: Becoming a Comedian

31:15 – Living in the Moment & Creating Community

34:09 – Final Thoughts: The Power to Forgive

This conversation is filled with both humor and heart. If you’ve struggled with trauma, self-worth, or the fear of truly living—this episode is for you.

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