Strength, Healing & Freedom: Michelle Gordon’s Journey from Nurse to Mentor

Strength, Healing & Freedom: Michelle Gordon’s Journey from Nurse to Mentor

In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Gordon, known as The Healthy Happy Nurse, to explore her journey through nursing during COVID and how that experience shaped the work she does today. Michelle shares what it was really like being on the frontline during one of the most intense periods in healthcare, the emotional and mental challenges she faced, and the resilience it took to keep going. But her story doesn’t stop there. What emerged from that chapter is a new mission, helping other nurses build confidence, step into their power, and create a life that feels aligned, fulfilling, and truly their own. This conversation is honest, inspiring, and deeply relevant for anyone who has ever felt stuck, burnt out, or ready for more. Whether you’re in healthcare or simply navigating your own turning point, Michelle’s journey is a reminder that it’s possible to rebuild, redefine, and create your ideal life.

Beyond the Shadows: Navigating the Pain of Losing a Child to Suicide

Welcome to my first podcast I made talking about the loss and grief of losing my daughter, in this episode I share the beginning of my journey, I hope I can bring you light and a purpose

Navigating Loss and Running a Salon

In this deeply personal episode I open up about the most painful chapter of my life—losing my daughter—and how I found the strength to return to the salon, to my passion, and to life itself. Grief changes everything, and in this conversation, I share how it reshaped my perspective, my business, and the way I show up for others. Whether you’re a salon owner, a stylist, or simply someone going through your own storm, I hope this episode reminds you that healing is possible—and that even after the darkest days, there is still purpose, beauty, and light ahead.

My Journey & Why Reinvention Matters

I’m Corina Kenny, and I’ve spent over 25 years in the beauty industry as a salon owner, trainer, and business mentor. Now, at 60, I’m starting over, proving that reinvention is always possible—at any age, at any stage. This episode is for salon owners, beauty entrepreneurs, and anyone looking for inspiration to pivot, grow, and create a business they truly love. So, let’s dive in!”