I Survived...Beyond and Back Season 1 Episode 13 Shelley, John, Jake

Shelley, John, and Jake each share their remarkable stories of surviving near-death experiences in this emotional and inspiring episode of I Survived...Beyond and Back.

Shelley, a mother of two, recalls her terrifying ordeal when she fell into a deep chasm while hiking with her family. With no way out, Shelley knew she was facing certain death. In an act of desperation, she clung to the side of the chasm and yelled for her husband to call for help. Incredibly, after nearly two hours of hanging on for her life, rescuers were able to pull Shelley to safety. Shelley recounts her near-death experience, which she describes as a peaceful and welcoming experience in which she saw her loved ones who had already passed away.

John's story is equally as heart-wrenching. While working as a police officer, John responded to a shooting call and ended up in the line of fire. A bullet struck him in the head, and he was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. With his family by his side, doctors were able to save John's life, but he was left with significant brain damage. John shares how he had a profound and life-changing spiritual experience during his time in a coma. He describes being surrounded by a bright white light and hearing the voices of his loved ones calling to him. John's story serves as a reminder of the incredible strength of the human spirit, even in the face of incredible adversity.

Finally, Jake shares his incredible story of surviving a massive heart attack. At just 37 years old, Jake was in seemingly perfect health when he collapsed while playing basketball. He was rushed to the hospital, where doctors discovered that he had suffered a heart attack that had caused significant damage to his heart. Jake underwent emergency open-heart surgery and spent several days in a medically induced coma. During that time, he recalls having a vivid and intense near-death experience in which he saw his deceased father and was given an important message about the purpose of life. Jake's story highlights the importance of taking care of your health and appreciating every day as a gift.

Throughout the episode, Shelley, John, and Jake's stories are interwoven with commentary from doctors and experts in near-death experiences. Their stories show that even in the darkest moments, there is hope, and life can be incredibly beautiful. The episode serves as a reminder to cherish our loved ones, live every moment to the fullest, and find strength in even the most difficult circumstances.

I Survived...Beyond and Back season 1 episode 13 is a powerful, emotional, and ultimately uplifting look at the incredible strength of the human spirit.