Have you ever reconnected with someone and felt like your soul had been waiting for that exact moment? That’s how I felt when I reconnected with today’s beautiful guest, Jennifer Gardner. Jenn is a cancer warrior, a loving mom, a fitness enthusiast, and a healer who pours her heart into everything she does. This woman is a walking, talking light beam!
We’ve known each other since high school, and recently our paths crossed again in the most magical way. Jenn’s journey is one of resilience, survival, and a whole lot of heart—and I’m thrilled to share her story with you.
Here are three reasons you won’t want to miss this episode:
- Jenn’s cancer journey: Hear how she turned a devastating diagnosis into a story of strength and hope.
- Reiki & tarot magic: Learn how these spiritual tools became key to her healing and how they might help you too.
- Reconnection at its finest: Find out how the universe brought us back together and why I’m so grateful it did.
Episode Highlights
- Who is Jenn Gardner?
Jenn is many things: a cancer survivor, a fierce mom of two, and a fitness instructor who believes in the power of holistic wellness. But above all, she’s a woman with a heart big enough to heal the world (I’m not exaggerating!). - The Cancer Diagnosis
Five years ago, Jenn was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer, and the way she handled it? Pure grace. She’ll share how she decided to take the diagnosis, but not the prognosis, into her own hands. - Reiki, Tarot, and All the Woo-Woo Goodness
If you haven’t experienced a Reiki session or a tarot reading, you’re in for a treat. Jenn explains how these practices helped her heal emotionally, physically, and spiritually—and how they led me to some major epiphanies, too (yes, including this very podcast!). - Reconnecting with Jenn
When I saw Jenn’s post about her new healing journey, something inside me said, "Reach out!" So I did, and the rest is history. We had an incredible Reiki session that helped me let go of my fears and embrace the idea of doing this podcast live. And guess what? Here we are, live and laughing!
3 Heartfelt Quotes from this Episode
- "I will accept your diagnosis, but I will not accept your prognosis." (Talk about empowering!)
- "Our bodies are designed to heal, but we have to get out of our own way." (Preach, Jenn!)
- "Healing happens when we quiet the mind and listen to our heart." (Right in the feels.)
Episode Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Hard Beautiful Journey
00:49 A New Season Begins
02:15 Meet Jennifer Gardner
04:04 Reconnecting Through Reiki and Tarot
06:28 Jenn's Cancer Journey
09:58 Facing Challenges and Family Support
13:51 The Dark Night of the Soul
18:10 Embracing Mindfulness and Healing
19:07 Embracing Radical Responsibility
19:39 The Power of Journaling and Spiritual Awakening
23:10 Discovering Reiki and Its Impact
26:54 The Transformative Experience of Tarot
34:00 Health Miracles and Spiritual Advice
37:12 Connect with Jenn Gardner
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