Episode 193 · June 13, 2023 · 39:24

#193: Inspirational Journey of Faith: Overcoming Adversity and Finding Serenity on the Sea with Lorie Tesny

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Lorie Tesny's story is one of resilience and determination. Despite facing cancer twice, she decided to take control of her life and pursue her dreams of living on a sailboat!

"Life wasn’t going to wait for me and I needed to take the helm and take back control"

Lorie Tesny's encounter with adversity has driven her to live a more purposeful life, focusing on what truly matters. Her resilient mindset has played a key role in staying positive throughout challenges.

As a certified mindfulness teacher, sailor, two-time cancer survivor, and host of the podcast "Sailing Through Life," Lorie draws on her love for sailing to draw parallels to life's events.

After battling cancer twice, she realized the urgency of taking control and steering her own path. Navigating rough seas has taught her that sailing can also be serene and life-affirming. Lorie aims to use her voice and cancer experience to connect with others, aiming to alleviate isolation in at least one person.

Join her on this amazing adventure as she sets sail to make a difference!

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