Ep. 149 | How differently we would look at the world if we could throw a dance party instead of a pity party? It’s hard work, but Jessica Janzen Olstad is chasing joy AND giving back, after overcoming the unthinkable: the loss of a child. She sits down with Kalli to share the journey.
Jessica Janzen is a sought after motivational speaker, mindset coach, entrepreneur, author, philanthropist, wife to ‘Hot Ronnie’, mother of three and go-getter. Born and raised on her family farm in Manitoba she now owns the title of city slicker and calls Calgary, Alberta home. Jessica is not only an advocate for mental health, rare diseases, and all things joy, but also a total live wire.
She empowers leaders, teams and individuals to navigate mental health, burnout, and a problem mindset. She helps them move towards success, growth and joy. She is the Co-Founder of the Love for Lewiston Foundation, raising over $2.4 million dollars. She proudly led the charge to the implementation of Newborn Screening for Spinal Muscular Atrophy in Alberta. Her best-selling book, ‘Bring The Joy,’ has inspired thousands to reconnect with themselves and joy even in the hardest of times.
