The Running Servant: How Aaron Burros Turned Trauma Into Purpose

23/09/2025 1h 8min Temporada 2 Episodio 76

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From 394 lbs to ultramarathons, from surviving a workplace shooting to overcoming PTSD—this is the story of Aaron Lee Burros, “The Running Servant.” In this episode of Rosabel Unscripted Podcast, Aaron shares how faith, resilience, and running transformed his life. Discover how he lost 178 lbs, survived being shot five times, and turned his pain into purpose with a mission to run 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 weeks to raise money for St. Jude. His story proves that healing is possible when you become the CEO of your own mental health.🕒 Chapters / Timestamps00:00 Intro & Aaron’s story02:00 Wake-up call at 394 lbs05:00 Early runs & weight loss journey11:30 Discovering ultramarathons15:50 Surviving a workplace shooting21:00 PTSD & insomnia battles28:00 The “50 in 50” St. Jude challenge35:00 Writing Medal Monday42:00 Running is therapeutic—not therapy46:00 Be the CEO of your mental health54:00 Hope in Christ & closing message🔔 Subscribe & FollowSubscribe to Rosabel Unscripted Podcast on YouTube:👉 https://www.youtube.com/@rosabelunscripted?sub_confirmation=1🌎 Website & more: https://rosabelzohfeld.com/📚 Book: The Courage to Succeed📬 Connect with Aaron Burros• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therunningservant• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therunningservant• Email: [email protected]• Autographed copy of Medal Monday: DM @therunningservant or donate $30+ via PayPal/Cash App

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