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Right Under Your Nose: How Oxygen Brought Her Back from the Brink | Teresa Reile

The INNER Estate with Bridget Ann Stuart··13 September 2026·42 min

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What happens when surviving something life threatening changes not only how you live, but what you decide to build next? Teresa Reile survived a cancer diagnosis, a six hour surgery where she says she died on the operating table, and later a ruptured intestine that brought her close to death again. Ten years after her original cancer diagnosis, another health scare sent her searching for answers and ultimately led to what she calls her oxygen awakening. Teresa shares the unexpected connection that took her to Eastern Europe, what she learned about oxygen and cellular health, and why that experience inspired her to build PATRIOX and develop an oxygen focused spa in Clearwater, Florida. Bridget and Teresa also explore resilience, rebuilding after tremendous loss, handling skepticism as an entrepreneur, and what happens when surviving becomes the fuel for a bigger purpose. Episode Highlights • Surviving a cancer diagnosis and a life threatening surgery • Rebuilding after divorce while raising three children • The intestinal rupture that brought Teresa close to death again • The 2022 health scare that began her oxygen awakening • The unexpected friend who introduced Teresa to a different approach to oxygen • Traveling to Eastern Europe to learn about liquid oxygen technology • Teresa's perspective on hypoxia, mitochondria, energy, and cellular health • Why intentional breathing caught her attention • The difference Teresa sees between breathing oxygen, supplemental oxygen, and liquid oxygen • How her personal experience led to the creation of PATRIOX • Continuing forward when people question or dismiss your idea • Why Teresa believes a frightening diagnosis does not have to define the rest of your life Books and Resources Mentioned From Tumor to Triumph: My Oxygen Awakening By Teresa Reile Wim Hof Sean Swarner Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy About Teresa Reile Teresa Reile is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and business owner who has spent decades building and leading companies across multiple industries. After surviving major health challenges, her focus shifted toward understanding energy, resilience, and what she believes oxygen can contribute to how the body performs and recovers. That journey ultimately inspired her book, *From Tumor to Triumph: My Oxygen Awakening*, the development of PATRIOX, and her plans for an oxygen focused wellness spa. Today, Teresa brings together entrepreneurship, personal resilience, health advocacy, and her commitment to helping people become more informed and intentional about how they approach their lives and well being. Connect with Teresa: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teresa.reile Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrioxwater About Bridget Ann Stuart Bridget Ann Stuart is a REALTOR®, Executive Strategic Performance Coach, and host of The Inner Estate. Since beginning her real estate career in 1998, Bridget has worked across luxury real estate, business growth, leadership, performance, and personal development. Through Strategic Performance Coaching, Bridget helps entrepreneurs, real estate professionals, executives, and business owners create greater clarity, strengthen their performance, and build businesses and lives that reflect what matters most to them. Connect with Bridget: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealBridgetStuart/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbridgetstuart/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealBridgetStuart\ Medical Disclaimer: The health experiences and opinions shared by the guest reflect his/her personal story and perspective. They are provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding medical conditions, treatments, supplements, or changes to your health routine.