23: Travis Hempstead's Journey: Navigating Grief & Loss, Maintaining a Positive Mindset, and Becoming an Entrepreneur

Therapeutic Intentions Podcast

I knew when I started the podcast that I would eventually bring Travis Hempstead on because I was always inspired by his late wife's cancer journey and how Travis seemed to go through his own personal transformation as a result of her battle, her loss, and the building of 11:11 Event Co. Travis graciously accepted my invite to record a collab together and I am SO glad he did because he has a lot of knowledge to share! In this collab, he shares the challenges his late wife faced through her cancer journey, including navigating Western medicine and exploring integrative health approaches in the cancer world. Travis shares his story of how he started his own business, 11:11 Event Co, on top of also starting Erika's Journey Foundation to support others who are affected by cancer. Grief and loss is such a heavy topic, and Travis talks about it so eloquently. Travis discusses the challenges of being a caregiver for Erika in her final years and the impact that had on his mental/emotional well-being. He also talks about the importance of maintaining a positive outlook through his entire journey and how he found ways to keep moving forward. He shares some information about the integrative approaches that they incorporated into Erika's cancer journey and the benefits they experienced. Travis shares his plans for Erika's Journey Foundation and his desire to help others on their own cancer journey. He also briefly touches on the possibility of discussing new relationships forming after loss, this will ultimately be a Part 2 down the road with Travis because we both have a lot we want to share on that topic as well.
Key Takeaways:

• Navigating both Western medicine and integrative health approaches to find the best treatment options.
• Travis started his own business, 11:11 Event Co., and named it after the angel number, 11:11, which held special meaning for him and Erika.
• After Erika's passing, Travis created the Erika's Journey Foundation to provide support and resources for others affected by cancer.
• Integrative approaches to health, such as nutrition and lifestyle changes, can have a positive impact on overall well-being.
• Support from loved ones and a strong circle of people is essential during the grieving process.
• Finding new relationships after loss can be a complex journey, but it is possible to find happiness and support.

Notes:

• The Health Spa
  • Stephanie Grutz - The Healthy Practitioner (IG)
• Erika's Journey Foundation
  • Donations for Foundation: Venmo: @Erikas-Journey-11
• Envita - Integrative Cancer Clinic (Arizona)

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