Aug 13, 2025
Jenn Todling had a mental breakdown after caring for her chronically ill spouse for five years. She felt trapped and hopeless, assuming she would never be able to leave the situation or have a fulfilling life. This was a turning point for her to realize that her mental health was at risk, and she needed to seek help and support.
With a past life as an audit partner at Ernest and Young, a stint at the US Securities and Exchange Commission, and an adjunct faculty coach at the University of Denver, Jenn’s journey to become an author, speaker, and coach embodies the power of transformation.
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Jenn kept a journal of ideas she needed to share with the world - life lessons and guiding principles led to publishing her journey to help support people through transformation and help them become their most authentic selves.
In her interview, Jenn shares:
- The power of mindset in looking for hope in challenging situations.
- How creative expression can help support us in getting unstuck from sticky situations.
- How we can go after our dreams no matter our age or circumstances.
"If you think you can or can't - You are right" - Henry Ford
An
inspirational book club read of one woman’s journey of taking the
bold step to leave her disabled and volatile spouse and moving
across the country in search of adventure, tango, and
love.
At the tender age of twenty, Jenn faces a pivotal moment when her
boyfriend, Morey, proposes marriage after only a few weeks of
dating. Her intuition urges her to say no, but she’s spent the
entirety of her teenage years caregiving for family; she yearns for
adventure, and she thinks relocating to California with Morey will
give her the freedom she craves. So, she says yes—only to find
herself back in the caregiver role after he becomes disabled a few
years into their marriage. But it’s Morey’s volatile personality
that ultimately leads Jenn to make a brave decision: it’s time to
leave.
Dancing on My Own Two
Feet takes a poignant turn as
Jenn relocates to New York City after her divorce. Here, she
rediscovers a long-forgotten passion for dance and embarks on a
transformative journey that transcends the physicality of movement.
Each dance becomes a channel to tap into her inner wisdom,
providing the courage to explore the world and embrace new
adventures. Then Jenn encounters Gable, a potential suitor,
prompting new questions to arise in her: Is she better off on her
own? Or could Gable be the love and dance partner she’s been
longing for?
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