EPISODE · Nov 13, 2025 · 40 MIN
From Brain Tumour to Bold Dreams with John Kippen
from Transforming 45 · host Lisa Boate
This episode is a heartfelt conversation about resilience, imagination, and the courage to rebuild after everything changes. John Kippen opens up about life after a brain tumor diagnosis, and how rediscovering passion, telling stories, and choosing connection helped him create a new life filled with meaning and joy. In this episode, you’ll hear about: How John turned a life-altering diagnosis into a story of transformation The power of storytelling to connect and heal Why imagination fuels the life you really want How vulnerability can build bridges in a divided world The quiet strength in generosity and compassion Why happiness isn’t luck — it’s a choice you make daily 🌱 Big takeaways: Resilience. Passion. Connection. Vulnerability. Generosity. John reminds us that even in the hardest chapters, we can rewrite the story — with imagination as our ink and courage as our pen. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Empowerment 09:03 Rediscovering Dreams and Authenticity 18:09 The Power of Connection and Vulnerability 26:55 Compassion, Empathy, and Joy in Human Interaction Let’s Stay Connected: Website Instagram Facebook Facebook Group Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at [email protected] Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Connect with John: Website - http://kippencoaching.comInstagram - @johnkippen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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This episode is a heartfelt conversation about resilience, imagination, and the courage to rebuild after everything changes. John Kippen opens up about life after a brain tumor diagnosis, and how rediscovering passion, telling stories, and choosing connection helped him create a new life filled with meaning and joy. In this episode, you’ll hear about: How John turned a life-altering diagnosis into a story of transformation The power of storytelling to connect and heal Why imagination fuels the life you really want How vulnerability can build bridges in a divided world The quiet strength in generosity and compassion Why happiness isn’t luck — it’s a choice you make daily 🌱 Big takeaways: Resilience. Passion. Connection. Vulnerability. Generosity. John reminds us that even in the hardest chapters, we can rewrite the story — with imagination as our ink and courage as our pen. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Empowerment 09:03 Rediscovering Dreams and Authenticity 18:09 The Power of Connection and Vulnerability 26:55 Compassion, Empathy, and Joy in Human Interaction Let’s Stay Connected: Website Instagram Facebook Facebook Group Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at [email protected] Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Connect with John: Website - http://kippencoaching.comInstagram - @johnkippen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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