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Every Mile Matters: Jeffrey Reynolds on Resilience, Cancer, and Hope

from Why Do People Do That? · host Stacy Pellettieri, LCSW and Heather Harten. LCSW

In this inspiring conversation, Jeffrey Reynolds, author of Every Mile Matters, shares his deeply personal journey through cancer and the lessons he’s learned about resilience along the way. Together, we explore what it truly means to be resilient—embracing acceptance, cultivating a positive mindset, practicing gratitude, learning to accept help, leaning on spirituality, and finding the inner strength to keep moving forward even when the road is tough. Jeffrey draws powerful parallels between his experiences as an endurance athlete—running marathons, competing in triathlons, and achieving Ironman status—and the fight against cancer. Just as every mile of a race requires perseverance, so too does every step of survival. His story is a reminder that every mile matters, both on the course and in life. About Jeffrey Reynolds Jeffrey Reynolds, PhD, is the President and CEO of the Family and Children’s Association on Long Island, one of the region’s oldest and largest nonprofit organizations serving vulnerable children, families, seniors, and communities in need. A passionate leader and advocate, he brings both his professional expertise and personal story to inspire others to face life’s greatest challenges with courage and determination. Learn more about Jeffrey and his work at www.everymilematters.com.     Support Jeffrey's Empire State Building Run-Up With Team NYU Langone: https://bit.ly/4pVQi1Q   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhyDoPeopleDoThat   Visit our website: https://whydopeopledothat.com/   If you'd like to contact Stacy and Heather or learn more about their practices, visit the following sites: Long Island Counseling Services - www.longislandcounselingservices.com District Support Services - www.districtsupportservices.com  ADHD Training Center - www.adhdtrainingcenter.com     Follow the "Why Do People Do That?" Podcast on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whydopeopledothatpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569908326130 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@whydopeopledothatpodcast   This episode was produced at Press Record Studios in NYC:  www.pressrecordstudios.com

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