Laura Zellmer was diagnosed with Cystic fibrosis, a life-threatening illness that affects the lungs and pancreas, when she was just 16 months old. Despite a staggering 80% infant mortality rate at the time, Laura defied the odds and survived. 
 Today, Laura is 43 years old and in her continued battle she received a double lung transplant last year.
  
 In this amazing conversation, you with learn:
  - How Laura psychologically dealt with her diagnosis 
  - What inspires her to take chances and embrace passion in spite of her illness
  - How she has learned to appreciate what many take for granted
  - How she stays motivated in maintaining her health everyday.
  
 Laura's story has been a source of inspiration during my own health struggles with ulcerative colitis. Her determination to live life to the fullest is a lesson we can all benefit from.
 I'm so excited to share this with you! 
 SOME QUESTIONS I ASK LAURA:
  - Where did your propensity to risk come from?
  - How often do you think about the lung donor who saved your life?
  - Do you think you would be here today if your son didn't give you a sense of purpose?
  
 LINKS FROM THE INTERVIEW:
  - Resource for signing up as an organ donor
  
 WHAT DO YOU THINK?
 I'd love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Who was your inspiration for following Passion & Purpose?
 Thanks so much for listening!