Episode 181: Dance to Heal – A Journey of Survival, Resilience & Transformation
Healing isn’t just about the body—it’s about the mind, movement, and the moments that shape us.
In this deeply moving episode of Stress Free SOULutions, I sit down with Jenny C. Cohen—a breast cancer survivor, empowerment coach, and producer of Dance to Heal—to explore the powerful connection between movement, mindfulness, and resilience. 💃💖
Jenny opens up about:
💡 Her Breast Cancer Journey – How she navigated treatment while raising a family
👩👧👦 Parenting Through Adversity – Supporting a child with severe mental health struggles
🧘♀️ Healing from Within – The role of stress, rest, and mindful movement in recovery
💃 Dance as Medicine – How movement became her tool for empowerment
🌙 The Power of Sleep & Self-Care – Essential routines for long-term well-being
As an occupational therapist and empowerment coach, Jenny brings raw honesty and expert insight into the conversation—reminding us that healing isn’t linear, but every step forward is a victory.
⏱️ Highlights:
02:44 – Deep Dive into Healing & Cancer Treatment
06:46 – Parenting Through Challenges & Triumphs
09:26 – How Dance Became a Tool for Healing
12:57 – Uncovering Hidden Traumas & Emotional Healing
17:52 – The Present Day: Lessons from the Healing Journey
25:37 – Routines & Homeschooling Strategies
27:05 – Parenting Styles & Childhood Memories
29:45 – Understanding Child Development & Emotional Health
33:13 – The Power of Sleep in Healing
38:48 – Moving Through Trauma: The Role of Dance
41:45 – Stress, Growth & Finding Strength in Adversity
43:52 – How to Connect with Jenny & Dance to Heal
🔗 Connect with Jenny & Learn More:
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyccohen
💃 Dance to Heal Program: https://danceandheal.com/
💬 What’s one movement practice that helps you feel grounded? Drop it in the comments—I’d love to hear!
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