Episode 46: Stage 4 Cancer to Triplet Mom—A Story of Miracles


In the latest episode of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine, host Laura Bonetzky-Joseph connects with Courtney Carey, a remarkable woman who has navigated life’s toughest challenges—from surviving stage 4 breast cancer at the age of 29 to becoming a mother of triplets through IVF.

Courtney opens up about her incredible healing journey, sharing the profound lessons she learned along the way. She discusses how mindfulness, setting boundaries, and trusting her body’s wisdom were instrumental in her recovery.

Courtney also reflects on her experiences with Reiki, the personal transformation she underwent during her battle with cancer, and how these life changes led to her becoming a mother through IVF after being told it might not be possible.

Key Highlights from This Episode:

  • Overcoming the shock and fear of a stage 4 cancer diagnosis
  • The importance of trusting your intuition and listening to your body during the healing process
  • The journey to motherhood through IVF and the miracle of having triplets
  • Mindfulness practices and how they helped Courtney navigate her life-changing experiences
  • Courtney’s 3 essential tips for embracing resilience and healing in the face of adversity

Courtney’s story is one of profound strength, resilience, and hope. Through her TikTok channel and podcast, she aims to inspire and uplift others who are on their own journeys of healing and personal growth.

This episode is part of our community-driven podcast with no paid sponsors or advertising dollars—just authentic conversations designed to inspire, heal, and connect.


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TSM Episode 33: A Reiki Journey with Mari Okazaki

Welcome to Episode 33 of Triggers And Spiritual Medicine with Laura Bonetzky-Joseph, your host and special guest, Mari Okazaki talking about her Reiki journey.

In this episode, Mari shares her story of how she discovered Reiki in her life. As a Japanese woman living in Canada with a very sick infant, she talks about how Reiki changed her life and how she continues to share her journey and teachings now that she lives in Japan.

So, join us as Mari shares not only her wisdom but also three practical tips for bringing Reiki into your life. Let’s embark together on this journey of transformative healing energy!


About Mari

Mari is a full-time Reiki practitioner who has been offering Reiki sessions in her home studio on a daily basis since 2006. She also regularly teaches Jikiden Reiki® Shoden (Level 1) and Okuden (Level 2) Certification classes, as well as Shihankaku (assistant teacher) classes upon request.

Originally from Nagasaki, Japan, Mari now resides in both Chilliwack, BC, Canada, and Nagasaki, Goto, Japan.

She is one of the office staff at the Jikiden Reiki Institute and has been working as an organizer and translator for the Jikiden Reiki® Vancouver seminar since 2008, traveling to Halifax with Mr. Tadao Yamaguchi, the Co-founder of the Jikiden Reiki Institute. She continues to use Reiki to help her family, friends, and herself.

Since 2023, Mari has been living in Japan and helping to spread the teaching of Reiki in its birthplace.


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