#051 Against All Odds: Lisa Masteller's Journey Through Cancer, Adoption and Career Changes

In this insightful episode of the 'Turn Your Life Around Podcast', host Sarah Coates has a profound conversation with her friend Lisa Mastellar. Lisa, a successful business owner, shares her transformative journey which includes the trials of dealing with her dyslexia, navigating through a cancer diagnosis, and reconnecting with her birth family after years of being adopted. She also discusses her fight against imposter syndrome that led to her successful career in design. This episode dives deep into personal growth, the dynamics of family relationships, resilience, and the importance of mental health. 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast 00:41 Guest Introduction: Lisa Mastellar 01:33 The Story Behind Sass Co. 03:31 Lisa's Unexpected Journey into Design 04:24 The Biker Church and the Starbucks Project 09:40 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 20:46 Lisa's Adoption Story and Meeting Her Birth Family 25:34 Growing Up in a Large Family 26:01 Discovering New Family in Hawaii 26:56 Navigating Complex Family Dynamics 27:53 Adoption and Early Life Experiences 29:23 Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Impact 30:20 Navigating Treatment and Emotional Struggles 39:08 Finding Strength and Hope in Difficult Times 43:26 Returning to Work and Embracing New Opportunities 45:03 Advice for Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 50:59 Final Thoughts and Reflections