Revealed: Day I’ld never Forget, thought I’ld Die~ GM’s Wife (Kansas City Chiefs)
Alison GM’s Wife Kansas City: My husband, the general manager of a football team, taught me invaluable lessons about leadership, resilience, and strategic thinking.
These lessons not only shaped my perspective but also played a crucial role in saving my life during a terrifying incident.
One evening, while I was alone at home, I experienced a sudden and severe allergic reaction. My throat began to swell, making it difficult to breathe. Panic set in, and I felt a creeping sense of helplessness. However, in that moment of crisis, the lessons I’d learned from my husband kicked in.
As a GM, he always emphasized the importance of staying calm under pressure and having a clear plan of action. I remembered his words: “In any emergency, the first step is to assess the situation calmly and act swiftly.”
Fighting my panic, I reached for my phone and called 911, clearly articulating my condition to ensure they understood the urgency. Next, I used my EpiPen, a critical step he had insisted we both be familiar with due to my allergies.
While waiting for the paramedics, I continued to focus on breathing steadily, a technique my husband often used to maintain composure during high-stakes negotiations. His teachings on staying composed under pressure were instrumental in keeping me conscious until help arrived.
My husband’s role as a football team’s GM wasn’t just about managing players and making strategic decisions; it was about imparting life-saving wisdom. That night, his lessons transcended the football field, helping me navigate a life-threatening situation with the clarity and calmness needed to survive.