In this heartfelt conversation, host Aderonke Bademosi Wilson welcomes Lorna Owens, a powerhouse of optimism, purpose and awe. The episode traces Lorna’s life from her upbringing in Jamaica to her global impact as a nurse, attorney, entrepreneur, author and women’s empowerment advocate. Lorna invites listeners into her unique worldview, where wonder is cherished and purpose is non-negotiable. She speaks honestly about protecting her energy, sustaining joy and drawing strength from faith and community.
Listeners learn about Lorna’s remarkable journey founding programs to train midwives and reduce maternal and infant mortality across sub-Saharan Africa. She shares the emotional turning point sparked by a CNN segment on “rape as a weapon of war,” her decision to walk among survivors in the Congo, and the entrepreneurial path that led her to launch Desert Sage, where proceeds from teas and candles fuel scholarships for aspiring midwives.
Lorna’s warmth and resilience shine as she describes the clean birthing kits”initiative, her joy at seeing lives changed, and the creation of Mama Lorna’s Blessings, an iron-rich drink for mothers in Ghana.
The episode also explores Lorna’s multidimensional career: from working as a prosecutor in Miami, sometimes making pivotal differences in people’s lives, to launching a record label and navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.
She reflects on profound moments of loss and growth, her lifelong love affair with nursing and healing and her passion for cooking, travel and the arts.
Through laughter and vulnerability, Lorna offers a masterclass in self-care and sustainability. She emphasizes the power of community, intentional rest, nourishing the mind and practicing gratitude.
Her practical advice for writers, dreamers and anyone facing setbacks, is equal parts actionable and deeply compassionate. Lorna speaks candidly about handling failure as teacher, lifting others without seeking rewards and how purpose transforms pain into progress.
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