What if facing death was the key to truly living? I’m sitting down with my dear friend, Darlene Cordero—founder of Wellness Culture, author of The Healer’s Playbook, and a true force of nature when it comes to uplifting others. After years of success in corporate finance and media, she walked away to pursue a deeper calling—but it wasn’t until a life-altering cancer diagnosis that she truly understood what it meant to live with purpose. In this conversation, we explore what it means to prioritize yourself in a world that constantly asks for more, the role of community in healing, and how to show up for loved ones facing illness. Most of all, Darlene teaches us that healing isn’t just about survival—it’s about embracing joy, connection, and the time we have right now. Together, we break the silence on death and uncover the ultimate truth: once you accept your mortality, you can finally start to live.

(00:00:00) Introductions

(00:03:52) How Darlene Built a Purpose-Driven Career in Wellness

(00:13:46) How a Cancer Diagnosis Transformed Darlene’s Perspective on Life

(00:21:09) Darlene’s Daily Practices While Navigating a Cancer Diagnosis

(00:33:00) The Secret to Living Fully: How Embracing Death Can Set You Free

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Guest Info:

• Website: wellnessculture.co

• Instagram: @meetdarlene

• Read: The Healer's Playbook by Darlene Cordero

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