Community through the Cancer Journey with Margie Zohn

Episode 7: Season 2. How can kinship and community support us in the most challenging times, such as when we suddenly face the cancer journey? Beth shares the story of how she and her community supported her fiance, Rick, as he went through cancer. Her guest is Margie Zohn, a leadership coach, who was a close friend in those times. They share stories of how Rick brought humor and humanity into every hospital room and how caregiving can be a profound experience of love. As they reflect on how their community rallied in many creative ways, they show that opening to receive help allows people to be their most human and generous.  

Resources and links:

Kinship: A Hub to Amplify the Power of Community: Check out this web site to learn about Beth Tener’s work, focused on designing for connection in groups and communities of all kinds. You can join the newsletter here.

Zohn Coaching - Margie’s web site for her coaching work

Margie Zohn’s web site - Margie’ web site with her work as a Director, Performer, and Coach for performers

Al Forno - Rick’s favorite pizza restaurant in Providence, RI - they grill pizza over a wood fire

Water Fire in Providence, RI - See images of this public art event that was mentioned in the podcast

YogaLife Teacher Training Program - This was the yoga teacher training program Beth was participating in.

How to Comfort Someone When They’re in the Hospital - article

Transcript: Kinship web site

Audio editing by: Podcasting for Creatives