Healing Horizons29 Maalis 2025

Disaster Preparedness as Self-Care with Jennifer Heller

In this insightful episode of Healing Horizons, host Saima welcomes Jennifer Heller, a Bay Area businesswoman, designer, and mother who turned her concern for family safety into The Disaster Playbook—a fresh, practical, and even humorous approach to disaster preparedness. After witnessing loved ones lose their homes to wildfires, Jennifer realized that traditional prep guides were either fear-driven or outdated. She set out to create a modern, stress-reducing way to prepare for the unexpected.

Jennifer breaks down why disaster preparedness is a form of self-care, how having a plan reduces anxiety, and the biggest mistakes people make when getting ready for emergencies. She also shares simple, actionable steps to make preparedness easy for busy families. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to feel more empowered and less fearful about the future.

🔹 About the Guest: Jennifer Heller
Jennifer Heller is a designer, entrepreneur, and mom who developed The Disaster Playbook, an easy-to-follow guide for families to prepare for emergencies without fear or overwhelm. Her mission is to make disaster readiness practical, accessible, and community-focused.

💡 Key Takeaways:
✔️ Preparedness is Self-Care – A solid plan eases underlying stress and anxiety.
✔️ Shift Your Mindset – Preparedness is about empowerment, not fear.
✔️ Biggest Mistake – Not testing emergency gear before you need it.
✔️ Community Matters – Neighborhood resilience is key in a crisis.
✔️ Essential Steps – Plan meeting spots, backup communication, and a grab-and-go checklist.
✔️ Mental Health in Emergencies – Comfort items, routines, and personal necessities can make a difference in an evacuation.

📲 Connect with Jennifer Heller:
Website: TheDisasterPlaybook.com
Instagram: @disasterplaybook

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