The third podcast in the ANMF’s “Five of My Life challenge” with Nigel Marsh is South Australian nurse is Lauren DeFazio.
During the podcast Lauren reflects on a film, book, song, place and belonging that has meaning for her as she shares her story about nursing, motherhood, and embracing life’s twists and turns and finding joy in the journey.
Lauren’s journey begins with her deep-rooted love for nursing, a passion she’s carried for over 20 years. From emergency rooms to intensive care units, she’s seen it all. But amidst the chaos of saving lives, Lauren found solace in the simple moments, the ones that remind her of the beauty in humanity.
Through her podcast interview, Lauren opens up about her journey, sharing the highs and lows of balancing her roles as a nurse, a mother, and a woman with dreams of riding again. She speaks candidly about the challenges of finding time for herself amidst the chaos of daily life and the importance of pursuing your passions, no matter where life takes you.
From her childhood memories of watching her dad play guitar in a bush band to her travels through Italy to reconnect with her roots, Lauren’s story is a testament to the power of embracing life’s adventures and following your heart.
As the podcast episode comes to an end, listeners are inspired by Lauren’s resilience and determination to live life to the fullest. They’re reminded that it’s never too late to pursue your passions, no matter how busy life gets.
To listen to Lauren’s podcast here: https://soundcloud.com/user-770612589/five-of-my-life-nigel-marsh-lauren?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
If you enjoyed listening to this podcast, check out April and Deb’s episodes on the ANMJ resource page: https://anmj.org.au/resources/
The Five of My Life challenge, internationally acclaimed author Nigel Marsh chats to people from all walks of life, about the 5 choices – a Film, Book, Song, Place and Possession – that enable them to tell the stories of their lives.
To listen to his interviews, go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/five-of-my-life/id1434251843
