In this week’s episode of the Spritz Girl Mindset Podcast, I sit down with Abigail Gagnon for a conversation that feels like a deep exhale. It is about grief, purpose, and the kind of healing that comes from being truly seen.
Every hero’s journey starts with a breaking point. For Abigail, that moment came when chronic illness turned her world upside down. The plans she had, the roles she played, and the way she saw herself all began to shift. But what emerged through that pain was something powerful, a deeper connection to herself, her community, and her faith.
We talk about the hard parts: the loneliness of grief, the messy middle of rebuilding your identity, and how purity culture can quietly shape the way women see their worth. Abigail opens up about finding purpose when everything changes and how community, empathy, and storytelling became her way back home to herself.
This episode is for anyone learning to make peace with the version of themselves that is still healing. It is a reminder that you are not defined by your pain or your productivity. You are defined by your story and your willingness to keep showing up for it.
✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode
How community can transform the experience of chronic illness
Why grief is not just something to move through, but something that reshapes you
How to rediscover purpose when life does not go as planned
The power of creating safe spaces for honest conversations
Understanding your worth outside of your roles and titles
How purity culture impacts identity and self-expression
Why storytelling heals for both the teller and the listener
How faith can evolve into a personal, freeing journey
The importance of empathy in supporting others
Why your story still matters, even in your most uncertain seasons
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Chronic Illness and Community Building
03:17 Navigating Grief and Identity Shifts
06:14 The Role of Faith in Personal Struggles
09:02 Finding Purpose Beyond Illness
12:00 Empowering Others Through Shared Stories
15:05 Redefining Self-Worth and Identity
18:06 The Importance of Genuine Connection
20:45 Lessons from Life Changes and Transitions
27:08 The Burden of Expectations
28:20 Unmasking Identity and Personal Growth
30:44 Understanding the 'Why' Behind Beliefs
32:38 Contextualizing Faith and Scripture
35:34 Breaking Free from Silence and Smallness
39:01 The Power of Labels and Tools
43:17 Challenging Purity Culture and Labels
47:09 Embracing Your Story and Purpose
Connect with Abigail!
Instagram & Threads: @beyoutiful_legacy