Beauty in pauses: Jaclyn Chan changes her relationship with the storms in her life
In this conversation, Linda Lee speaks with Jacyln Chan about the importance of taking pauses in life, navigating grief and loss, and the transformative power of self-discovery. Jacyln shares her personal journey through health challenges, the impact of losing her son, and how these experiences have shaped her understanding of success and gratitude. The discussion emphasises the significance of emotional intelligence, the need for balance in life, and the role of faith in overcoming life's storms. Jacyln started and introduced the concept of 'Radical Pause' and how it can help individuals find meaning and connection in their experiences.
- 00:00 - Welcome and introduction to Jaclyn Chan's journey
- 02:10 - How do you start your day with a pause?
- 04:20 - The hardest pause: navigating grief and loss of Nathan
- 07:30 - Grief as a non-linear wave: embracing the emotional ride
- 09:50 - Living with type 1 diabetes: lessons in resilience and listening to your body
- 12:45 - Identity beyond appearance and abilities: rethinking self-worth
- 15:00 - Living in the storm: shifting perspective and seeing storms as gifts
- 17:25 - Letting go: releasing pride and societal pressures for authentic living
- 20:35 - The concept of equanimity: finding balance of strength and ease
- 22:50 - Cultivating radical gratitude: shifting from hindsight to present
- 25:10 - The universal language of pause: music, dance, and intentional living
- 27:30 - How Morrow Health’s mission integrates pauses and presence
- 29:00 - Practical tools: sound therapy, breathwork, and conscious release
- 31:00 - Honoring Nathan: his meaning and impact on Jaclyn’s life
- 33:10 - Final reflections: embracing storms and rising stronger