I have learned that change is inevitable and transformation is intentional — an ordinary person who decided to step boldly into life as an amputee. Whether speaking to medical or educational professionals, corporate leaders, faith-based groups or public sector officials, I customize my message as an authority on managing change through times of crisis or plenty.

I describe my experience with cancer as the narrow spot in an hourglass. Life is full of narrow spots - not all of them labeled cancer. They indicate change and represent the depth and intensity of our life experience.

Moving through life’s narrow spots is challenging and requires a balance of many things. It is in those very narrow spots that we find the possibility to discover the very best part of ourselves that can bring us transformation. We all have a well of resources with which to navigate life’s narrow spots. My message highlights the importance of paying attention and finding what you need to transform narrow spots into wisdom and joy - yes, joy. I seek to bring a renewed focus and sense of purpose to people before, during and after going through times of change.

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Audiences include:

• those whose lives have been touched by cancer
• those whose lives are being touched by change
• those seeking inspiration on their life journey

Below is a sampling of organizations where Ruth has presented:

• American Nursery and Landscape Association
• American Society on Aging
• BankCherokee
• Brooke Army Medical Center
• Center for Spirituality and Healing, University of Minnesota
• Community Health Charities Minnesota
• CVS Caremark Pharmacy
• Edina Federated Women
• Hospice of the Twin Cities
• Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota
• Merrill Lynch Financial Services
• Minnesota Bar Association
• Minnesota Medical Foundation
• Northwest Youth and Family Services
• Numerous Churches and Religious Organizations
• The Omega Institute
• Pathways Health Crisis Resource Center
• Rein in Sarcoma
• Sacred Grounds
• University of Minnesota Foundation
• University of Minnesota Medical Center
• University of Minnesota School of Public Health
• The Women’s Club of Minneapolis
• Women in Financial Services
• Women in Philanthropy, University of Minnesota

Life’s challenges can serve as a catalyst to sharpen our sense of purpose and our recognition of what is important. Ruth will work with you and your team to custom design and facilitate an interactive workshop to fit your needs. Your audience will gain a new perspective on how to manage their response to change, gaining techniques to harness the power of choosing to embrace change rather than resist it and a new framework from which to navigate life’s most demanding and difficult experiences. Contact Ruth.