Ep. 4 - Happy in the Unfair. From Infertility, Loss, & Alcohol Abuse to Being Vulnerably FREE with Christina Smallwood

Feeling hopeless? Battling infertility? Grieving the death of a loved one? This episode is for you.  Maybe you've wondered if you could ever overcome repeated heartache and still make something of yourself. This episode serves as a reminder that you can turn stories of struggle into stories of strength. I sit down with Christina Smallwood - celebrity hairstylist turned top earner for Monat - as she shares deep trials from losing her father, battling infertility, and navigating the adoption of her daughter -who was born prematurely with a brain injury- within months of each other!  Through it all, she’s become a beacon of hope, showing women that no matter what they’ve been through, they can rise, thrive, and create a life they love.This episode will leave you feeling inspired and reinforcing your belief in miracles. HIGHLIGHTS7:20 Making the decision to pivot from a successful business to an unconventional one. We ask the question,  "who are we really apart from our work?"14:00 Hone in on the power of vulnerability to connect with people 15:30 Navigating heart break after heart break; Infertility and then losing her dad unexpectedly19:12 Adoption, trauma, and how you can hold on despite circumstances that are unfair 23:00 Special needs family and the unity it brings, plus what day to day life looks like. 29:00 The destructive hold and power drinking can have over your life and how being sober provides freedom. 37:15 Hope anchors us to keep going. You are not alone.  FOLLOW@ChristinaSmallwood@AlexisNandra@theshiftcreative  RESOURCES Are you looking for a coach that will help you process, uncover, and potentially USE your story? I'd love to help! Click HERE so i can get to know more about your personal and professional goals!   RESOURCES FREE STORY METHOD GUIDE- to help you process, own and share your story FOLLOW@alexisnandra @shifthappensthepod