At just 25 years old — three months after giving birth to her daughter — Kellie Finlayson was diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer. After emergency surgery, intensive treatment, relapse and ongoing therapy, she has chosen to live with unwavering belief that her life is not defined by a diagnosis. In this powerful conversation, Kellie shares how mindset, motherhood and presence shape the way she continues to live fully — and why trusting your gut could save your life.

DISCLAIMER:

This episode discusses bowel cancer. If you’re experiencing symptoms such as blood in your stools or changes in bowel habits, please see your doctor. Early detection is critical.

Purchase Kellie book Here

Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ninapmp/

or email nina@pm.partners

At just 25 years old &mdash; three months after giving birth to her daughter &mdash; Kellie Finlayson was diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer. After emergency surgery, intensive treatment, relapse and ongoing therapy, she has chosen to live with unwavering belief that her life is not defined by a diagnosis. In this powerful conversation, Kellie shares how mindset, motherhood and presence shape the way she continues to live fully &mdash; and why trusting your gut could save your life.
DISCLAIMER:
This episode discusses bowel cancer. If you&rsquo;re experiencing symptoms such as blood in your stools or changes in bowel habits, please see your doctor. Early detection is critical.
Purchase Kellie book&nbsp;<a href="https://www.qbd.com.au/there-must-be-more/kellie-finlayson-alley-pascoe/9781761472046/?cfclick=77a1c74fccca4590ad8ffd74b615defe&amp;utm_source=linktree_admin_share&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio">Here</a>
Connect with me on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninapmp/">www.linkedin.com/in/ninapmp/</a>
or email nina@pm.partners

The Courage to Continue is a podcast exploring the human stories behind resilience, perspective, and purposeful leadership.

Hosted by Nina Sutton, the show features honest conversations with people who have been shaped by adversity — not defined by it. These are leaders, founders, creatives, and change-makers who open up about the moments behind the titles: the uncertainty, the pressure, the missteps, and the quiet decisions that changed how they lead.

This podcast isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about navigating life and leadership in real time — leading through change, staying grounded under pressure, and continuing forward when confidence wobbles or clarity feels just out of reach.

This podcast is for you if…


You’re a leader who doesn’t relate to “perfect” leadership narratives


You want real conversations, not rehearsed advice


You’re carrying responsibility and want perspective, not platitudes


You’re curious about what actually builds resilience and trust


You value growth, self-awareness, and leading with integrity

Follow & subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & YouTube.

Contact: nina@pm.partners

The Courage to Continue&nbsp;is a podcast exploring the human stories behind resilience, perspective, and purposeful leadership.
Hosted by Nina Sutton, the show features honest conversations with people who have been shaped by adversity &mdash; not defined by it. These are leaders, founders, creatives, and change-makers who open up about the moments behind the titles: the uncertainty, the pressure, the missteps, and the quiet decisions that changed how they lead.
This podcast isn&rsquo;t about having all the answers. It&rsquo;s about navigating life and leadership in real time &mdash; leading through change, staying grounded under pressure, and continuing forward when confidence wobbles or clarity feels just out of reach.
This podcast is for you if&hellip;
<ul>
<li>
You&rsquo;re a leader who doesn&rsquo;t relate to &ldquo;perfect&rdquo; leadership narratives
</li>
<li>
You want real conversations, not rehearsed advice
</li>
<li>
You&rsquo;re carrying responsibility and want perspective, not platitudes
</li>
<li>
You&rsquo;re curious about what actually builds resilience and trust
</li>
<li>
You value growth, self-awareness, and leading with integrity
</li>
</ul>
Follow &amp; subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify &amp; YouTube.
Contact:&nbsp;nina@pm.partners