Conversations Unplugged
with Karena Dawn
Join STEMREGEN Founder and Chief Science Officer, Christian Drapeau, in a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Karena Dawn, co-founder of one of the largest women's fitness communities, Tone It Up, and founder of The Big Silence Foundation. In this interview, they explore the intersection of physical fitness, mental health, and the personal journey that led Karena to become a beacon of wellness and resilience.
Kendra Dawn
In this episode of "Conversations Unplugged," Christian Drapeau interviews Karena Dawn, a fitness icon and mental health advocate. Karena shares her journey of overcoming personal challenges, including growing up with a schizophrenic mother and battling her own struggles with drug misuse. She talks about how fitness played a crucial role in her healing process, eventually leading her to create Tone It Up, a community focused on women's fitness, nutrition, and meditation.
Karena also discusses her work with The Big Silence Foundation, which aims to destigmatize mental health and break the cycle of generational trauma. Throughout the conversation, Christian and Karena delve into the healing power of exercise, the importance of mental health awareness, and the potential role of stem cells in enhancing physical recovery and performance. This discussion offers a powerful reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the impact of sharing one's story to inspire others.