Beyond The Margins with Jen Chambers

Send us a text   🎸 Ready to swap your mom jeans for a band tee and hit that music festival like the seasoned legend you are? In this solo essay episode, Jen shares a heart-filled, humor-laced how-to on embracing live music—no matter your age, stage, or sock-and-sandal situation. From navigating digital tickets to packing the ultimate concert survival kit (hello, band-aids and earplugs), this is y...

Send us a text What happens when your story tugs at the tender parts of your heart? In this week’s episode of Your Voice Matters , we explore how to write through difficult emotions — not by forcing the pain out, but by approaching it with intention, safety, and self-compassion.  Jen gently guides you through techniques like the two-versions method, sensory grounding, and finding flickers of stren...

Send us a text  In this powerful episode of Your Voice Matters , host Jen Chambers honors the extraordinary life and legacy of Hazel Ying Lee — the first Chinese American woman to fly for the U.S. military, and a fearless pioneer who refused to let racism, sexism, or wartime danger ground her dreams.  Born in Portland, Oregon, Hazel blazed trails both in the skies and in history books. From elevat...

Send us a text Welcome to Week 7 of the Write Your Story series on Your Voice Matters with Jen Chambers !  Whether you’ve jotted a few lines on a napkin, filled pages in a journal, or simply spent time reflecting—guess what? It all counts. In this episode, Jen gently guides you from scattered thoughts to story structure, helping you shape your personal narrative for the upcoming anthology Woven Wi...

Send us a text In this special bonus episode of Your Voice Matters , I’m sharing a heartfelt, laughter-filled, and deeply real panel conversation originally recorded on The Midlife Butterfly Podcast with the ever-inspiring Kena Siu.  I was joined by five phenomenal women and dear friends:  Dana Hunter Fradella – Girls Who Recover Jama Pantel – Brand Building: Living the Whole Picture Tracy Hill –...

Send us a text  This week on Your Voice Matters with Jen Chambers  (formerly Resilient with Jen Chambers ), we’re digging deep—into the details that bring your personal story to life.  In Week 6 of our How To Tell Your Story series, we explore how rich, specific imagery can unlock memory, deepen emotional connection, and help your story resonate on a whole new level. Whether it’s the smell of your...

Send us a text   What would you do if fear wasn’t running the show? In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers , we’re talking about doing the things that scare us—not the "run-from-a-bear" kind of fear, but the quieter, sneakier kind that pops up when you’re about to try something brave and bold. Jen shares the behind-the-scenes story of organizing and hosting a TEDx event in her sm...

Send us a text   Hello, Resilient Listeners! This week’s episode is a little different—I’ve lost my voice and can’t record, but I didn’t want to leave you without some inspiration.  For this week’s How To Tell Your Story exercise, I invite you to explore a powerful writing prompt: write about one room from your life. Maybe it’s the bedroom where you grew up, the basement that gave you chills, or e...

Send us a text Join Jen Chambers in one of the most loved episodes of this show for a magical conversation with Gilly the Sunshine Wizard! Gilly (pronounced Gill-y), an international sorcery sensation and advocate for queer, trans, and autism acceptance, shares their journey from Alabama to the mystical mountains of Colorado. Discover how Gilly uses their unique brand of wizardry to spread positiv...

Send us a text   Welcome to the (former) final episode of our four-week How to Tell Your Story series! You’ve identified your story, shaped it, and refined your words—now it’s time to take the next step: sharing your story.   In this episode, we’ll tackle:  ✨ Overcoming fears about sharing your story  ✨ Polishing your final draft for clarity and impact  ✨ Different ways to share, from private r...

Send us a text   In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers , we’re diving into practical tools for building resilience when adversity strikes.  Join Jen as she shares actionable steps to help you face challenges head-on, reframe difficulties as opportunities for growth, and cultivate self-compassion along the way. This episode also features a guided meditation to reconnect with your inner str...

Send us a text  In Week 3 of How to Tell Your Story , we’re diving into the art of Writing with Impact . Now that you’ve discovered and shaped your story, it’s time to refine your words and bring your narrative to life. In this episode, we’ll explore three key techniques to elevate your storytelling:  ✨ Show, Don’t Tell – Create vivid, immersive scenes that draw readers in. ✂️ Cut the Fluff – Tri...

Send us a text In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers , I chat with the incredible Casey Taton about the little things that make a big difference—dance parties, shower sprinkles, and finding joy in everyday moments. We talk about the power of movement, the importance of community, and why stepping into the water (or the boxing ring!) can be just what your soul needs. Get ready for an uplif...

Send us a text  Ready to transform your life experiences into a captivating narrative? Join Jen Chambers in Week 2 of our "How to Tell Your Story" series, "Shaping Your Story." This week, we dive deep into structuring your personal journey using the powerful "Before, During, and After" framework. Learn how to craft a compelling story by adding emotional depth through...

Send us a text What does it mean to truly celebrate life, even in the midst of challenging circumstances? In Part One of this conversation, Jen  talks with Casey Taton, who has dedicated her life to bringing smiles to children in hospitals. Through her organization, Little Moments Big Dreams Celebrations, Casey creates personalized parties and events that uplift both children and their families. L...

Send us a text   Your story matters, and in this special four-part series, How to Tell Your Story , Jen Chambers helps you uncover, shape, and share your personal journey of resilience. In this first episode, Finding Your Story , Jen guides you through reflective exercises to identify the key moments that have shaped you, discover the themes within your experiences, and define why your story needs...

Send us a text ✨ Episode Title: The Power of Vulnerability ✨ Hey, resilient souls! 💛 Vulnerability can feel intimidating—it’s uncomfortable, messy, and sometimes even scary. But here’s the truth: it’s also where the magic happens. ✨ In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers , we’re talking about why opening up is actually one of the bravest things you can do. I’ll share simple ways to emb...

Send us a text Chronic pain affects millions of people worldwide, impacting daily life in ways that can feel overwhelming. But there is hope. In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers , we dive into practical strategies for managing chronic pain, from mindfulness techniques to movement, alternative therapies, and even cannabis education. I share insights from experts like Dr. Steven Standifor...

Send us a text In this continuation of my conversation with Cathy Beederman, we explore the creative ways she tracks her chronic illness symptoms, the importance of community, and the role of social media in connection and support. Cathy shares her experiences using health-tracking apps like Visible and Guava, the challenges of data collection, and how small adaptations—like voice dictation—help h...

Send us a text     Navigating Chronic Illness & Podcasting with Cathy Beederman In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers , I sit down with Cathy Beederman, host of That Chronic Thing podcast, to talk about the realities of living with chronic illness. I start you right in the middle of our conversation so you feel like you're right on our Zoom call. We start talking about our pets (...

Send us a text   ✨ Episode Title: A Meditation for Difficulties On today’s episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers , I’m sharing A Meditation for Difficulties , a guided practice from the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but mindfulness can help us navigate them with greater clarity and compassion. This meditation is designed to support you in moment...

Send us a text Exploring resilience through storytelling, this episode highlights the journey of a writer navigating anxiety along with the intricacies of the publishing world. Our conversation touches on mental health management, ethical communications, and the importance of authentic voices in writing. • Discusses managing chronic illness through writing  • Explores resilience built through reje...

Send us a text An Inspiring Conversation with Stacy Kean In this episode of Resilient with Jen Chambers, I sit down with the incredible Stacy Kean, author of Nazi Housewife of Queens, New York. Stacy shares her journey of bringing her debut novel to life—a project that began over a decade ago and dives deep into the complexities of historical fiction. We explore how Stacy’s curiosity about women i...

Send us a text This week, I’m diving deep into one of the most universal challenges we face: the fear of failure. To support you on this journey, I’ve recorded a guided meditation to help calm your mind, ease your spirit, and reset your focus. 🌿💫 🧘‍♀️ This special meditation is designed to: 🌟 Release self-doubt 🌟 Embrace self-compassion 🌟 Cultivate courage and clarity Take a moment just for...

Send us a text Resilient with Jen Chambers is dedicated to helping chronically ill people feel heard and sharing stories of creativity and compassion. As a person with brain injury and chronic autoimmune disease, the thing she wanted the most when she was diagnosed was someone who understood. If you need to hear the perspective of someone who gets it, this show is for you. In this debut episode, w...