Episode 82 - When plans change but goals don't with Ashleigh Stanners

A biology teacher told our guest at the age of 14/15 that she should think about studying genetics as she seemed to take to it naturally. That one conversation sparked an area of interest that now sees our guest, Ashleigh Stanners on the cusp of entering a Masters program that will incorporate her passion in this space. However, as you will hear in this episode this was and has not been a smooth pathway. Ashleigh speaks to us about the first time she faced a panic attack and how that became a part of her life. She speaks to us about the importance of having supportive people as you go through your mental well being journey. Ashleigh also speaks to us about how she gave things a go and things sometimes worked out and sometimes didn't so she has had to shift her plans but in those shifts she has found some interesting opportunities. There is lots we cover in this episode, being a head student, coming from a small communitiy, covid-19, mental health, alcohol and a whole lot more!Listen, share, comment and like this to help us grow this podcast.