Becoming Heart Strong

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There’s a 100% chance you will face challenges in your life and in the world around you. The truth is you already are. But it’s not what happens to us that defines us; it’s how we respond that marks our lives. Becoming Heart Strong explores how we can live with more courage, rebuild after setbacks, and strengthen ourselves from the inside out. Host Jess Lindberg interviews thought leaders, authors, experts, and everyday amazing people who’ve turned their struggles into movements, businesses, and inspiring stories. What have they learned? How have they grown? And what can we take from their experiences to help us with our own struggles? Their stories and insights will help you move from where you are today to where you want to be tomorrow. Jess Lindberg, who hosts The Becoming Heart Strong Podcast, is a coach, strategist, keynote speaker, and social entrepreneur passionate about inspiring people to grow through their challenges and live their full potential. On her show, she dives into transformative conversations and invites listeners to live with courage, overcome setbacks, and create meaningful impact in their world. As a sought-after life leadership expert and strategist, Jess works with purpose-driven individuals and organizations seeking to transform and create impact from unexpected circumstances. Jess has built powerful resilience through personal traumas and aims to help others build their resilience muscle through courageous self-leadership. Her warm, down-to-earth style and inspiring spirit have ignited the hearts and minds of many organizations and individuals. Follow Jess @jessmlindberg on Instagram and Jessica Lindberg on LinkedIn Follow The Heart Strong @theheartstrong on Instagram and The Heart Strong Collective on LinkedIn

Episodes

Wednesday Sep 04, 2024

70. Radical Acceptance and Choosing Joy with Speaker, Mindset Coach, Author and Philanthropist Jessica Janzen

Wednesday Sep 04, 2024

Jessica Janzen, author of Bring the Joy, shares her journey of turning adversity into impact and finding joy in the midst of challenging stories. She emphasizes the importance of owning your story rather than being stuck in a sad narrative. She founded the Love for Lewiston Foundation in honor of her son Lewiston and in support of the Spinal Muscular Atrophy Community. Jessica discusses the coexistence of grief and joy, and how she celebrates her son's birthday while still experiencing moments of sadness. She also talks about the vulnerability of joy and the power of gratitude in tolerating joy. Jessica shares her strategies for navigating dark moments, including reaching out for support, caring for her physical and mental health, and following nudges. In this conversation, Jessica Janzen and Jessica Lindberg discuss the power of following nudges and the impact it can have on both the giver and the receiver. They also explore the importance of caring for one's physical and mental health, the challenges of starting and running a nonprofit organization, and the need to prioritize self-care and authenticity.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Jessica Janzen and her story

02:26 The Complicated Nature of Joy in Challenging Stories

08:27 Radical Acceptance and Reducing Unnecessary Suffering

13:54 The Coexistence of Grief and Joy

28:35 Following Nudges and Embracing Uncertainty

34:13 The Power of Following Nudges

41:17 Prioritizing Physical and Mental Health

54:54 Challenges of Starting and Running a Nonprofit

01:04:19 The Importance of Self-Care and Authenticity

01:06:45 Finding Gaps and Joining Forces

Follow Jessica Janzen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejessicajanzen/