Have you ever felt like life threw you a curveball? In an ever-changing world, the ability to adapt and find joy amidst chaos is a vital skill. In the latest episode of Happiness On Tap, host Leann Herron engages in a powerful discussion with Jen Jaciw, a career ownership coach and a testament to resilience. Together, they explore the profound lessons learned from life's unexpected turns and the importance of rest and adaptability in personal and professional growth. Today’s conversation is one that I know will land deeply—especially if you’re someone who’s had your plans derailed, your body demands a pause, or your life takes a sharp turn you never saw coming. But what makes Jen’s voice especially powerful is the life she’s lived. She’s a domestic violence survivor, a child ofaddiction, and someone who consciously chose to shift from a victim mindset to a survivor—and now, a thriver. Over the last decade, she’s mentored small business owners, led networking organizations, and advocated for domestic violence resources, all while helping people design lives and careers they actually love. And then… life threw her some very real curveballs. In 2025, Jen experienced two major injuries that forced her to stop, surrender control, and redefine what strength, productivity, and success really look like. Today, we’re talking about the lessons she learned through gratitude, perspective, and intention—and why rest, adaptability, and asking for help may be some of the most powerful leadership skills we’re never taught. 🕛Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Joy 02:12 Meet Jen Jaciw: A Journey of Transformation 08:55 Facing Life’s Curveballs: Jen’s First Injury 18:05 The Second Injury: Lessons in Vulnerability and Community 28:20 Redefining Success and Productivity 30:20 Lessons from Injury and Stillness 34:39 The Importance of Intentional Living 35:22 Finding Purpose in Forced Pauses 45:38 Listening to Your Body and Embracing Change Episode Resources: Guest: Jen Jaciw The Entrepreneur’s Source Jen Jaciw (sounds like "Jasseff") is a Career Ownership Coach, Consultant, Connector, and Speaker, dedicated to helping professionals take control of their futures. Jen empowers individuals to transition from traditional careers to fulfilling business ownership. A domestic violence survivor and child of an alcoholic/addict, Jen understands the power of reinvention. She shifted from a victim mindset to a survivor mindset and now uses her experiences to inspire others to break free from limitations and design lives that they love. Beyond coaching, she’s spent the past 10 years mentoring small business owners, leading networking organizations, and advocating for domestic violence resources. Connect with Jen Jaciw: Website: https://jjaciw.esourcecoach.com/ Email: jjaciw@esourcecoach.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferjaciw/ About your host: Leann Herron is a Certified Life and Holistic Health Coach who is a passionate advocate for women’s health and empowerment, devoted to helping midlife women break free from cycles of over-giving and the stories that keep them stuck. Leann guides women to release stress, reclaim their energy, and create lives that truly fulfill them—body, mind, and spirit. Connect with Leann Herron: Finding Resilience with Leann Website: https://findingresiliencewithleann.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/findingresiliencewithleann LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannherron/ 🏷️Keywords: Vulnerability, mindset, lessons, rest, wisdom, self-care, grief, fear, isolation, self-worth, acceptance, identity, personal growth, gratitude, surrender, control, resilience, leadership skills, entrepreneur 🔎Related Hashtags: #vulnerability #mindset #selfcare #grief #isolation #personalgrowth #identity #entrepreneur #leadership
