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Featured Blog Articles and Stories
Choosing Gratitude for the Hand I Was Dealt
on Aug 28 2026
I can spend my energy wishing I had been dealt different cards, or I can play the ones sitting in front of me. I can focus entirely on what wasn’t shown, or I can choose gratitude for what was. And what was shown was arguably one of the most important survival priorities of all.
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on Aug 20 2026
To my students, to the women I’ve had the privilege of serving, and to the millions of people who have faced adversity and been told they’re too emotional, too different, too much, or simply not enough, I see you. And I dedicate my Alone journey to you.
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My Story on Episode 7, Season 13 of Alone on The History Channel
on Jul 31 2026
Well... I did it. I've shared this story before, and I am not afraid nor ashamed to tell it.
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ALONE does not star Jacks. It features Jaclyn.
on Jul 29 2026
[...] It didn't take long for the "main act" to shift and it became the better platform for Jaclyn.