In this episode Greg speaks with Helene Rennervik and they discuss the power of hope as she had to go through her son getting diagnosed with cancer at a young age. 

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[0:01-2:05] Opening Segment

[2:05-11:07] Helene’s Background and Story

• Helene speaks about her upbringing and whether or not she was taught how to deal with trauma and grief
• Helene talks about her own experiences with trauma and grief
• Is there differences in the way different cultures cope?

[11:07- 28:08] Her Son’s Story

• Helene shares the story of her son being diagnosed with cancer at a young age
• What were some healthy and unhealthy coping habits that Helene developed during this time? 

[28:08-57:06] Reflection

• What kind of support did you want from others throughout all of this?
• How do you re-energize yourself?
• What was the toughest part of your journey?
• Helene speaks about the book that she wrote about her story?

[57:06-59:41] Closing Segment

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