{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Faf5b5aa6-e344-4ce8-9c8d-1e7d5bfcad8d","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Disaster Preparedness as Self-Care with Jennifer Heller\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/af5b5aa6-e344-4ce8-9c8d-1e7d5bfcad8d\"></iframe>","title":"Disaster Preparedness as Self-Care with Jennifer Heller","description":"In this insightful episode of Healing Horizons, host Saima welcomes Jennifer Heller, a Bay Area businesswoman, designer, and mother who turned her concern for family safety into The Disaster Playbook\u2014a fresh, practical, and even humorous approach to disaster preparedness. After witnessing loved ones lose their homes to wildfires, Jennifer realized that traditional prep guides were either fear-driven or outdated. She set out to create a modern, stress-reducing way to prepare for the unexpected.Jennifer breaks down why disaster preparedness is a form of self-care, how having a plan reduces anxiety, and the biggest mistakes people make when getting ready for emergencies. She also shares simple, actionable steps to make preparedness easy for busy families. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to feel more empowered and less fearful about the future.\ud83d\udd39 About the Guest: Jennifer Heller Jennifer Heller is a designer, entrepreneur, and mom who developed The Disaster Playbook, an easy-to-follow guide for families to prepare for emergencies without fear or overwhelm. Her mission is to make disaster readiness practical, accessible, and community-focused.\ud83d\udca1 Key Takeaways: \u2714\ufe0f Preparedness is Self-Care \u2013 A solid plan eases underlying stress and anxiety. \u2714\ufe0f Shift Your Mindset \u2013 Preparedness is about empowerment, not fear. \u2714\ufe0f Biggest Mistake \u2013 Not testing emergency gear before you need it. \u2714\ufe0f Community Matters \u2013 Neighborhood resilience is key in a crisis. \u2714\ufe0f Essential Steps \u2013 Plan meeting spots, backup communication, and a grab-and-go checklist. \u2714\ufe0f Mental Health in Emergencies \u2013 Comfort items, routines, and personal necessities can make a difference in an evacuation.\ud83d\udcf2 Connect with Jennifer Heller: Website: TheDisasterPlaybook.com Instagram: @disasterplaybook\ud83c\udf1f Want to be a guest on Healing Horizons? \ud83d\udce9 DM Me Here: PodMatch\ud83d\udd17 Stay Tuned &amp; Follow Us! \ud83d\udce9 Subscribe to Newsletter: Join Here \ud83c\udf0e Join Our Community: Nas.io \ud83d\udcfa YouTube: @healthymind-healthylife \ud83d\udcf8 Instagram: @podhealth.club \ud83e\uddf5 Threads: @podhealth.club \ud83d\udcd8 Facebook: Podcast Health Mind \ud83d\udcbc LinkedIn: Saima","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/79fe2d43-7a29-4d47-a76e-d2a5d35f0cfd/nzu0zs5qcgc.jpg"}