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Live More. Fear Less: Karen's Story of Courage

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Wednesday 28 October 2026, 6:48PM

By News Online

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Credit: AJ Hackett

At 38, Karen Barnett was diagnosed with incurable breast cancer. Her experience changed how she viewed life, fear and the importance of making the most of the time we have.

When she took on a bungy jump, Karen spent almost nine minutes standing on the edge before finally taking the leap. With the support of the AJ Hackett crew, she discovered that courage isn't about being fearless, but finding the strength to move forward despite your fears.

Her story is a powerful reminder to stop waiting for the perfect moment and embrace the experiences that matter.

Read Karen’s inspiring story of courage and overcoming fear to discover how facing her fears changed her perspective on life.