What happens when the person guiding others through adversity suddenly faces her own? In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Harriet Cabelly. She’s a therapist, grief counsellor, and author who found herself on the other side of the healing journey after being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Known for helping others rebuild after loss, Harriet opens up about what it was like to face cancer as someone trained to help others in their hardship. She shares tools that helped her through treatment, the surprising joys that showed up in the hardest moments, and the perspective she gained on living fully, especially when life feels uncertain.
Now in remission, she reflects on how her cancer journey changed the way she shows up in her work, her relationships, and in her own heart. We also explore how Harriet leaned into the power of positive thinking, helping her stay grounded, grateful, and open to the unexpected gifts along the way.
This conversation is full of wisdom, warmth, and gentle reminders that even in the most difficult seasons, there can still be humour, growth, and hope.
Mentioned Resources:
CanCare- www.cancare.org
About the Guests:
Harriet Cabelly: A therapist, speaker, and author who specializes in grief and positive living. A nonHodgkin lymphoma survivor, she helps others navigate life’s hardest moments with resilience, purpose, and hope.
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About Our Host:
Darcie Champagne Wells is the President and CEO of CanCare, Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to providing support to the cancer community by pairing cancer patients with survivors. Since joining in November 2020 as the third President & CEO, Darcie has driven significant growth, increasing one-to-one support matches by 45% and healthcare referrals by 66%. In 2022, she initiated the Impact Acceleration Initiative to further expand support for cancer patients and caregivers. Her leadership has earned her recognition as a “Most Admired CEO” and “Woman Who Means Business” by the Houston Business Journal, and national “Fundraiser of the Year” by RAISE. Darcie holds a BS in Business Administration from Louisiana State University and an MBA from the University of Houston.
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