Jodie Santandrea-Ruano is the definition of resilience, power, and purpose. Jodie is a proud mother of two incredible adult children, fur babies and a loving Nonna to her grandson. Jodie’s life is a testament to strength and love.

But her journey didn’t stop there—after facing a life-threatening experience that left her with only a 1-in-4 chance of survival, she took charge of her health and transformed her life. Now, she’s a passionate health advocate, specializing in epigenetic testing, plant-based supplements and helping others unlock their fullest potential from the inside out.

Jodie is also a certified Speaker, Coach for the Maxwell Leadership Team, an Empowered Living Ambassador for Paul Martinelli, and a student of high-performance legends like Brendon Burchard. She believes in walking the talk, embracing growth, and saying “yes” to what aligns with your soul—and a firm “no” to anything that doesn’t.

Her mission? To inspire others to step out of their comfort zones, find gratitude in every moment (even the tough ones), and truly Live Life Full Force. When she’s not empowering others, you’ll find her exploring new destinations, uncovering family histories through genealogy, and proving that every day is a chance to rewrite your story.

Contributed to the following Art of Connection volumes:

jodiesantandrearuano@gmail.com