Overcoming Adversity and Finding Happiness with Stephanie Shanks | Tracking Happiness Podcast Ep. 11
Welcome to Episode 11 of the Tracking Happiness Podcast! In this episode, I talk with Stephanie Shanks about her journey from growing up on a farm in Wisconsin and struggling with mental health, to finding happiness and establishing her own photography business.
Stephanie dives into the challenges of being a young mother, dealing with trauma, overcoming two difficult marriages, and how she ultimately found happiness by taking time for herself and rediscovering her passions.
It's extremely inspiring and authentic...
Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, mental health, and the importance of self-discovery.
00:00 Introduction and chit chat about farms, dogs and pancakes
09:08 Personal Journeys and Struggles
12:21 Overcoming Adversity
18:38 Realization and Turning Point
24:32 Sunny California Memories
24:50 A Time for Self-Reflection
26:00 The Journey of Self-Discovery
30:03 Returning Home and Starting Over
31:22 Empowering Changes and New Beginnings
32:35 The Importance of Authenticity
40:47 Challenges of Running a Business
43:39 Final Thoughts and Reflections
