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!