Background

Kathy Washburn is a highly regarded and influential life coach, speaker, and podcaster specializing in positive psychology, emotional health, and post-traumatic growth. Her transformative insights have resonated with over 30,000 individuals worldwide through her words, stage presence, and engaging podcast, "Investment of Self." Kathy's expertise has been showcased on prestigious platforms such as the University of Minnesota Medical Center, TEDx Hawkesbury, Canada, Close Up Talk Radio, Elephant Journal, and Scribd. With a diverse range of certifications in positive psychology, coaching, and neuroscience, coupled with an impressive 25 years of investment experience, Kathy is recognized as a leading authority in her field.

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Expertise

Positive Psychology Coaching

I am continually learning about the latest research in positive psychology and how to best serve my community.

Speaking experience

I have shared my insights on prestigious platforms such as University of Minnesota Medical Center, TEDx Hawkesbury, Canada and Scribd.

podcast host

I converse with knowledge experts about various ways we can invest in ourselves, to boost our internal immune system and reduce dis-ease.

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Personal Journey

My cancer journey began with shock, fear and confusion. When diagnosed I was in the 11th month of a year-long yoga teacher training program. Strong and healthy… except I had cancer. During treatment I felt powerless, at the mercy of the medical system and the amazing humans intently focused on me and saving my life. When it was over, I slowly healed from the physical trauma of surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation.

I understood that my life was different but I felt trapped trying to squeeze into the old normal. Inside I suffered silently and alone dealing with the long-term side effects of my treatment. I felt wildly disconnected to my self, my body, my meaning and my purpose. For 17 years I lived with this inner conflict.

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And then my life shattered again. It is unfair to say my marriage ended because of my inner struggle after cancer but I will admit it was a factor. From those shattered pieces, I began my long road of healing. On it I discovered and became passionate about positive psychology, post traumatic growth and self discovery. Through this work I found my way back to me. A path I remain on but happily seek others to join on this journey to our highest potential.

I am active and enjoy regular Pilates, yoga, and meditation practices. Adventure and travel are two of my top priorities. Nature is my playground and music moves me. Most importantly, I am honored to be the mother of two young men and so blessed to be here on this earth and able to witness them sharing their genius with the world. We enjoy grand adventures together.