Exploring Resilience and Healing with Shanna Forrestall

Send us Fan MailGreetings, listeners! Let's sit down together and meet Shanna Forrestall, a beacon in the world of entertainment. Shanna, an acclaimed actress, producer, writer, and director, joins us to share her wisdom and experience from over two decades in the industry. Her incredible journey is interwoven with poignant themes such as mental health awareness, autism, diversity, and inclusion. Hear her compelling narratives in works like the Last Exorcism and Southern Fried Homicide, stories that resonate deeply, helping us to explore our own traumas and healing.Shanna takes us along on her inspiring journey of self-discovery and healing, unveiling how she connects with her inner child and embraces her uniqueness. She delves into her own creations such as 'I Was a Journey to the Dragon Named Despair' and 'Lola the Princess Puggle', and how Madeline Lange's book 'Walking on Water' dramatically influenced her perspective on aging. Immerse yourself in a conversation about the transformative power of rituals, self-care, and the collective resilience we can tap into when we realize we are not alone in our experiences.Ready to delve deeper into the human experience? Hear Shanna recount her journey to peace and grace in the aftermath of painful loss. Listen as she illuminates the importance of understanding and accepting that we may never fully comprehend each other's journeys. Shanna's testament to the healing power of art, connection, and community is nothing short of inspiring. Learn how she harnessed the power of self-love and kindness towards others to overcome adversity, along with the profound influence of laughter and joy in healing from trauma. This enriching episode is filled with shared stories, healing laughter, and a jubilant celebration of resilience. Let's get started!Support the show