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Stories of Change: Helping You Navigate What's Next

Life doesn’t come with a roadmap. We’re all figuring it out as we go.

I’m Judy Oskam, and on Stories of Change, I talk with people about the changes and unexpected turns that have shaped their lives—and what they’ve learned along the way.

Sometimes change is a choice. Sometimes it isn’t. I’m curious about how people find their way through it. What helped? What did they learn?

Maybe you’re navigating a career change, moving through a life transition, or wondering what you want your next chapter to look like. These conversations are a reminder that there’s more than one way forward.

Because sometimes someone else’s story gives us a little wisdom, a new perspective, or just what we need to help us figure out what’s next.

Welcome to Stories of Change: Helping You Navigate What’s Next.

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Stories of Change: Helping You Navigate What's Next

Marla Lackey, R.N. - Faith and a Tube of Lipstick

February 14, 2021 • Marla Lackey • Episode 24

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Marla Lackey's life changed when her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her mother had been her best friend, her rock. Now the roles were reversed. Marla, a registered nurse for years, took on the role of caregiver.

Throughout her journey, Marla started to experience what she describes as ‘full-circle” or ‘spiritual aha’ moments. She wrote her memoir to share her story and help others.

Key Takeaways:

● Be open to spiritual ‘aha’ moments
● There are many blessings in the midst of pain during the caregiving process
● The importance of gratitude and reflection

About the Book
Faith and a Tube of Lipstick: A Daughter’s Memoir of Hope Through Cancer, Caregiving, and Grief. You can find the book on Amazon.

An inspirational memoir about love, caregiving, and grief, Faith and a Tube of Lipstick shows just how powerful the bond between a mother and daughter can be. Whether you’ve experienced cancer in your life, served as a caregiver, grieved a parent, or need to find your faith, this story is sure to capture your heart.

Bio-

Marla Lackey is a nurse, author, blogger, speaker and former caregiver to her beloved parents. Marla uses her soulful energy and personal stories to offer hope and inspiration to caregivers and grievers to find the blessings in the midst of their own painful journeys.

Marla speaks to healthcare professionals on the topic of mindfulness in healthcare. Using stories from her own journey, she encourages and inspires her colleagues to connect with their patients while working in a stressful environment.

Marla lives in Texas with her husband and four adult children.

Website- marlalackey.net

Facebook: @FaithandLipstick

Instagram: @marlalackey

About Stories of Change

Life doesn't come with a roadmap. We're all figuring it out as we go.

I'm Judy Oskam, and on Stories of Change, I talk with people about the changes and unexpected turns that have shaped their lives—and what they've learned along the way.

Maybe you're navigating a career change, moving through a life transition, or wondering what you want your next chapter to look like. Someone else's story might give you a little wisdom, a new perspective, or what you need to figure out what's next.