Physical Resilience: A Case Study Of A Woman Struck By Lightning In Wyoming

Abstract

“A Match to The Heart: One Woman’s Story Struck By Lightning” is Gretel Ehrlich's true account of being struck by lightning in Wyoming the two-year journey of rehabilitation, and many episodes of slipping backward in the recovery.  In this book, she explores the space between living and dying as she met it with physical resilience. While still slithering towards death in a hospital, she as an individual, commenced a challenging and forward-thinking expedition towards the realm of the living. Accompanied by an exceptional cardiologist and her cherished dog Sam, she enthusiastically delves into the realms of nature and spirituality in search of answers. Alongside personal reflections, Ehrlich shares stories of others affected by lightning strikes and delves into the phenomenon itself. Through her introspective journey, Ehrlich invites readers to contemplate the transformative power of near-death experiences and how they can deepen one's appreciation for life.