From Surviving to Living: A Special Conversation with Jennifer Swan

In this heartfelt and unforgettable episode, Karen Mayer Cunningham is joined by Jennifer Swan—a constitutional lawyer, caregiver, and speaker who shares her extraordinary journey raising her daughter Kennedy, who lives with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

More than just a story of survival, this is a message of radical perspective, courage, and joy in the face of lifelong medical challenges. Jennifer shows us how to shift from feeling trapped by our circumstances to choosing a life worth living—for ourselves and our children.

🌟 QUOTE WORTH REMEMBERING:

“If you're willing to shift your perspective about the circumstance in your life, I promise it will open doors you thought were locked shut.” —Jennifer Swan

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• Living Proof: Limits Are an Illusion (for special needs caregivers)
• Engage Your Inner Counsel (for individuals being called to more)

💥 This is more than a story—it’s a roadmap for anyone navigating complex needs, grief, or feeling stuck in the “waiting room” of life. Jennifer reminds us: “The circumstance isn’t a cage—it’s a portal.”

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