In this heartfelt episode, Bart sits down with Teresa Rohr, a travel designer with Pink Pineapple Travel, who has transformed her passion for teaching and helping others into a career that creates unforgettable travel memories. Teresa shares her journey from elementary school teacher to becoming a Cancer Aware Travel Advisor, where she helps families touched by cancer experience meaningful travel with compassion, empathy, and specialized care. Her story is one of kindness, resilience, and going beyond what “most people don’t.”

Major Takeaways / Learnings

• Helping at the Core: Teresa’s lifelong passion for serving others comes from her upbringing and continues to guide her work in travel.

• From Teaching to Travel: After 12 years in education, she shifted careers but carried her gift for guidance, patience, and empathy into her new role.

• Living with Cancer, Not Stopping for It: As a Cancer Aware Travel Advisor, Teresa ensures that individuals and families touched by cancer can still live fully, travel safely, and make lasting memories.

• Kindness in Action: Whether writing handwritten thank-you cards or helping a client access mobility resources, Teresa consistently goes above and beyond.

• Calm in Chaos: Despite struggles with anxiety, Teresa uses mindfulness, yoga, walking, and teaching moments with her children to stay grounded and kind, even in stressful situations.

Memorable Quotes

• “You never know what someone is going through… lead with kindness and give grace.”

• “People think of cancer as curable or not curable. But there’s a third way: living. You don’t have to stop living just because you’re touched by cancer.”

• “It’s not about commission. It’s about memories, photos, and the stories families will pass on.”

Why It Matters / How to Use It

This episode reminds us that kindness and empathy aren’t extras—they’re essentials. Teresa shows us how small actions like a smile, a handwritten note, or thoughtful travel planning can transform lives. For those touched by cancer, her message is powerful: life doesn’t stop—keep living, keep traveling, keep creating memories. For all listeners, the lesson is clear: do what most people don’t—go the extra mile to help others feel seen, supported, and celebrated.

Resources and Links:

Agency Website: www.PinkPineappleTravel.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-rohr-ba8b1b383/

Facebook Travel Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/5419554094780424

Bart Berkey: MostPeopleDont.com | LinkedIn

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