{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67d1d86fba1ef91ed06a8392/686fe0f3ea74e132fb9169a8?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Two Stage 4 Cancer Thrivers: Integrative Healing, Transformation, and Resilience with Willow Star (Part 2)","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67d1d86fba1ef91ed06a8392/1752162504001-712b0295-120f-4731-af73-47517c0af477.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this powerful episode of Mermaid Musings, host Tara Coyote reconnects with fellow Stage 4 cancer thriver and beloved friend Willow Star (formerly known as Keri Vaca). Recorded in May 2020 during the early days of the pandemic, this Zoom conversation was originally part of Tara’s vision for a documentary titled Cancer Thriver Film - spotlighting late-stage cancer patients who continue to defy the odds.</p><p><br></p><p>Fast forward to today: both Tara and Willow are still here, thriving, and shining as living proof that miracles exist.</p><p><br></p><p>In Part 2 of this two-part series, Tara and Willow explore:</p><ul><li>What inspired Willow to share her cancer journey so openly online</li><li>The emotional toll of losing friends and community members to cancer</li><li>How we can all benefit from listening to our fear and exploring what it’s asking us to heal… even if we aren’t facing illness</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Their raw and honest conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating illness, seeking alternative healing, or simply in need of hope. Hit play to witness the courage and compassion between two women redefining what it means to live with Stage 4 cancer.</p><p><br></p><p>Want to watch the full video interview? Check it out at: <a href=\"https://youtu.be/nt6O9Hpqb8w\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://youtu.be/nt6O9Hpqb8w</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Listen now and be sure to subscribe to Mermaid Musings and join Tara’s email list to be the first to hear new episodes and soulful stories of resilience and transformation.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign Up For The Newsletter:&nbsp;</p><p><a href=\"https://www.taracoyote.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.taracoyote.com</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW WILLOW STAR:&nbsp;</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://www.meetwillowstar.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.meetwillowstar.com/</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/meetwillowstar/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.instagram.com/meetwillowstar/</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Facebook: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/meetwillowstar\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/meetwillowstar</a>&nbsp;</p><p>TikTok: <a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@meetwillowstar\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.tiktok.com/@meetwillowstar</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><strong>FOLLOW TARA COYOTE @taracoyote&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://instagram.com/taracoyote\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://instagram.com/taracoyote</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Facebook: <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/tcoyote?mibextid=wwXIfr\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.facebook.com/tcoyote</a></p><p>TikTok: <a href=\"https://tiktok.com/@taracoyote\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://tiktok.com/@taracoyote</a>&nbsp;</p><p>YouTube: <a href=\"https://youtube.com/c/TaraCoyote\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://youtube.com/c/TaraCoyote</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Browse my books at <a href=\"http://amazon.com/author/taracoyote\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">http://amazon.com/author/taracoyote</a> (*I make a small commission when you order from these links!)</p>","author_name":"Tara Coyote"}