In this heartfelt episode of The FitZen Project, Rachel sits down with Lisa Hartung—philanthropist, storyteller, and host of Giving Grief Grace—for a conversation that beautifully intertwines career, motherhood, and meaning.

Lisa reflects on the serendipitous career pivot that aligned with becoming pregnant with her first child, the birth of her children, and the life-altering moment of her mother’s pancreatic cancer diagnosis. 

Recorded on the third anniversary of her mother’s passing, this conversation is filled with signs, synchronicities, and soul. Lisa shares how daily reminders from her mom inspired her to launch Giving Grief Grace and raise funds for Project Purple—transforming loss into legacy.

If you’ve ever stood at the crossroads of change and wondered how to move forward with grace, this episode will remind you that even in grief, there can be growth, and even in endings, new beginnings are waiting.

Listeners can join Lisa's mailing list on www.lisahartung.com

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