In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Beyond the Bubble, András speaks with Elizabeth Krahulecz, a Brussels-based EU regulatory strategist, about the day her life changed forever — and how she transformed tragedy into strength.

Elisabeth was seriously injured in the 2016 Brussels Airport terrorist attack. She shares the harrowing details of that day, her physical and psychological recovery, and the long journey from survival to healing and joy. Along the way, we discuss transgenerational trauma, the stigma of invisible injuries, the pressure to “bounce back,” and what it truly means to rebuild a meaningful life.

Elizabeth Krahulecz is an EU regulatory and public policy strategist with over 20 years’ experience in government relations and strategic advisory. A former diplomat and Big 4 leader, she has helped shape impactful policy strategies across sectors including financial services, tech, and manufacturing.

She was awarded the Hungarian Gold Cross of Merit for her contributions to public service and diplomacy and now serves on the board of IOD Hungary, using her expertise to connect companies with policymakers and support sustainable growth.