Your Voice Matters with Jen Chambers
This is Your Voice Matters with Jen Chambers—the podcast where real stories meet brave hearts. Hosted by writer, storyteller, and survivor Jen Chambers, this show is a space for people who are ready to speak up, share truth, and live out loud. Whether you’ve been silenced, sidelined, or just searching for the courage to tell your story—welcome. You belong here. Through powerful interviews, soul-deep solo episodes, and creative explorations of voice, identity, and healing, Jen invites you to reclaim your narrative, stand in your light, and remember this: your story has power. And it deserves to be heard. ✨ Expect honest conversations, inspiring guests, bold questions, and moments of radical self-reflection. From writing prompts to wellness tools, from vulnerable confessions to sparks of joy—you’ll leave every episode feeling a little more seen and a lot more empowered. Because your voice isn’t just a sound. It’s a spark. A movement. A legacy. 💌 New episodes weekly. Bonus content, storytelling series, and submission opportunities through the Woven with Light anthology project. Your voice matters. Let’s use it.
Episodes
What happens when your story tugs at the tender parts of your heart? In this week’s episode of Your Voice Matters, we explore how to write through difficult emotions — not by forcing the pain out, but by approaching it with intention, safety, and self-compassion.
Jen gently guides you through techniques like the two-versions method, sensory grounding, and finding flickers of strength in your hardest scenes. You’ll hea...
In this powerful episode of Your Voice Matters, host Jen Chambers honors the extraordinary life and legacy of Hazel Ying Lee — the first Chinese American woman to fly for the U.S. military, and a fearless pioneer who refused to let racism, sexism, or wartime danger ground her dreams.
Born in Portland, Oregon, Hazel blazed trails both in the skies and in history books. From elevator operator to high-speed aircraft pil...
Welcome to Week 7 of the Write Your Story series on Your Voice Matters with Jen Chambers!
Whether you’ve jotted a few lines on a napkin, filled pages in a journal, or simply spent time reflecting—guess what? It all counts. In this episode, Jen gently guides you from scattered thoughts to story structure, helping you shape your personal narrative for the upcoming anthology Woven With Light, Mended With Gold (or whereve...
In this special bonus episode of Your Voice Matters, I’m sharing a heartfelt, laughter-filled, and deeply real panel conversation originally recorded on The Midlife Butterfly Podcast with the ever-inspiring Kena Siu.
I was joined by five phenomenal women and dear friends:
- Dana Hunter Fradella – Girls Who Recover
- Jama Pantel – Brand Building: Living the Whole Picture
- Tracy Hill – A Beautiful Fix
- Casey Taton – Inner Sp...
This week on Your Voice Matters with Jen Chambers (formerly Resilient with Jen Chambers), we’re digging deep—into the details that bring your personal story to life.
In Week 6 of our How To Tell Your Story series, we explore how rich, specific imagery can unlock memory, deepen emotional connection, and help your story resonate on a whole new level. Whether it’s the smell of your grandmother’s perfume or the creak of...
What would you do if fear wasn’t running the show?
In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers, we’re talking about doing the things that scare us—not the "run-from-a-bear" kind of fear, but the quieter, sneakier kind that pops up when you’re about to try something brave and bold.
Jen shares the behind-the-scenes story of organizing and hosting a TEDx event in her small town—from the nerve-wracking first s...
Hello, Resilient Listeners! This week’s episode is a little different—I’ve lost my voice and can’t record, but I didn’t want to leave you without some inspiration.
For this week’s How To Tell Your Story exercise, I invite you to explore a powerful writing prompt: write about one room from your life. Maybe it’s the bedroom where you grew up, the basement that gave you chills, or even a garden that felt like home. Set ...
Join Jen Chambers in one of the most loved episodes of this show for a magical conversation with Gilly the Sunshine Wizard! Gilly (pronounced Gill-y), an international sorcery sensation and advocate for queer, trans, and autism acceptance, shares their journey from Alabama to the mystical mountains of Colorado. Discover how Gilly uses their unique brand of wizardry to spread positivity and build community.
In this...
Welcome to the (former) final episode of our four-week How to Tell Your Story series! You’ve identified your story, shaped it, and refined your words—now it’s time to take the next step: sharing your story.
In this episode, we’ll tackle:
✨ Overcoming fears about sharing your story
✨ Polishing your final draft for clarity and impact
✨ Different ways to share, from private reflection to public storytelli...
In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers, we’re diving into practical tools for building resilience when adversity strikes.
Join Jen as she shares actionable steps to help you face challenges head-on, reframe difficulties as opportunities for growth, and cultivate self-compassion along the way. This episode also features a guided meditation to reconnect with your inner strength and a discussion of key themes fr...
In Week 3 of How to Tell Your Story, we’re diving into the art of Writing with Impact. Now that you’ve discovered and shaped your story, it’s time to refine your words and bring your narrative to life. In this episode, we’ll explore three key techniques to elevate your storytelling:
✨ Show, Don’t Tell – Create vivid, immersive scenes that draw readers in.
✂️ Cut the Fluff – Trim unnecessary words to make your wr...
In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers, I chat with the incredible Casey Taton about the little things that make a big difference—dance parties, shower sprinkles, and finding joy in everyday moments. We talk about the power of movement, the importance of community, and why stepping into the water (or the boxing ring!) can be just what your soul needs. Get ready for an uplifting conversation about resilience, s...
Ready to transform your life experiences into a captivating narrative? Join Jen Chambers in Week 2 of our "How to Tell Your Story" series, "Shaping Your Story." This week, we dive deep into structuring your personal journey using the powerful "Before, During, and After" framework. Learn how to craft a compelling story by adding emotional depth through sensory details and flashback freewr...
What does it mean to truly celebrate life, even in the midst of challenging circumstances? In Part One of this conversation, Jen talks with Casey Taton, who has dedicated her life to bringing smiles to children in hospitals. Through her organization, Little Moments Big Dreams Celebrations, Casey creates personalized parties and events that uplift both children and their families. Learn about the practical steps she t...
Your story matters, and in this special four-part series, How to Tell Your Story, Jen Chambers helps you uncover, shape, and share your personal journey of resilience. In this first episode, Finding Your Story, Jen guides you through reflective exercises to identify the key moments that have shaped you, discover the themes within your experiences, and define why your story needs to be told. Whether you’ve faced chron...
✨ Episode Title: The Power of Vulnerability ✨
Hey, resilient souls! 💛 Vulnerability can feel intimidating—it’s uncomfortable, messy, and sometimes even scary. But here’s the truth: it’s also where the magic happens. ✨ In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers, we’re talking about why opening up is actually one of the bravest things you can do. I’ll share simple ways to embrace vulnerability, a soothing meditation...
Chronic pain affects millions of people worldwide, impacting daily life in ways that can feel overwhelming. But there is hope. In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers, we dive into practical strategies for managing chronic pain, from mindfulness techniques to movement, alternative therapies, and even cannabis education.
I share insights from experts like Dr. Steven Standiford (The Pain Relief Secret) and resourc...
In this continuation of my conversation with Cathy Beederman, we explore the creative ways she tracks her chronic illness symptoms, the importance of community, and the role of social media in connection and support. Cathy shares her experiences using health-tracking apps like Visible and Guava, the challenges of data collection, and how small adaptations—like voice dictation—help her stay engaged with her health. We ...
Navigating Chronic Illness & Podcasting with Cathy Beederman
In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers, I sit down with Cathy Beederman, host of That Chronic Thing podcast, to talk about the realities of living with chronic illness. I start you right in the middle of our conversation so you feel like you're right on our Zoom call. We start talking about our pets (her senior dog is the cutest) and then d...
✨ Episode Title: A Meditation for Difficulties
On today’s episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers, I’m sharing A Meditation for Difficulties, a guided practice from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but mindfulness can help us navigate them with greater clarity and compassion. This meditation is designed to support you in moments of struggle, helping you cultivate resi...
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