QVC’s Renée Greenstein Reveals the Health Scare That Changed Her Life

This is StRest! Kerstin Lindquist sits down with QVC fashion designer Renée Greenstein, founder of Women with Control and Attitudes by Renée, for an honest conversation about faith, confidence and the health scare that changed her priorities.

After nearly 20 years of living with diverticulitis, Renée describes worsening symptoms, repeat hospital visits and being told she could have died. She opens up about her fear of surgery, having part of her colon removed and taking four months away from QVC to recover. For the first time, she was ready to put her health before her career, even if it meant losing the work she loved.

Renée also shares her Jewish faith, family traditions and approach to aging after revealing that she is 75. She and Kerstin discuss body confidence, asking for help and learning that your worth is not tied to your appearance or how much you get done.

Behind the scenes, Renée looks back on building Women with Control, the pressure of running a fashion business and how handing over manufacturing responsibilities helped her finally enjoy time off. She shares the breathing, walking and boundaries that helped her slow down, along with her love of travel, cooking and home renovation.

The conversation closes with marriage, family and Renée’s message to women: find one thing you love about yourself and build from there. You do not have to do everything, control everything or wait for a crisis to start treating yourself as someone worth caring for.

MEDICAL NOTE

This episode shares personal experiences and opinions about diverticulitis, surgery, recovery and wellness. It is not medical advice. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional about symptoms, treatment and recovery, and before changing your care.

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