Your Superior Self

Julie Papievis is a remarkable survivor of the traumatic brain stem injury who has transformed her experience into a thriving career as a national speaker, advocate for injury prevention, and peer advisor to various organizations. Her journey to recovery and remarkable resilience has been featured on major media outlets such as CNN, The Chicago Tribune, and Lifetime TV's "Beyond Chance." Today, Julie is a VIP member of ThinkFirst, an international program that promotes injury prevention and safe driving. She speaks to students nationwide, inspiring them with her story and the importance of injury prevention. Julie also volunteers at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and serves as a Brand Ambassador for Fairhaven Wealth Management. With over 20 years of experience working as a community relations advisor for a top Chicago law firm, Julie has a wealth of knowledge in legal matters and uses her expertise to help others. She is a powerful voice for survivors and has collaborated with various organizations s