Sarah Schmidt on Embracing Discomfort & Uncertainty: How Challenges Can Lead to Growth | Episode 42

In this episode of You're Allowed to Hate Your Husband, I sit down with Sarah Schmidt, host of the Wholey Schmidt podcast, for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation about turning life’s challenges into opportunities for growth.Sarah shares her deeply personal journey, from navigating a cancer diagnosis at a young age to unlearning patterns of people-pleasing and embracing uncertainty. We discuss the power of vulnerability, the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone, and how shifting your perspective can lead to a more joyful and fulfilling life.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- How discomfort and uncertainty can lead to personal growth- The importance of allowing yourself to experience a full range of emotions- Why unlearning people-pleasing and fixing is crucial for personal balance- How shifting your perspective can help you find joy even in difficult times- The significance of self-care and surrounding yourself with positive influences- Why slowing down and embracing life’s uncertainties is essential at any age- Small but meaningful ways to make a difference in the worldAbout Our Guest: Sarah SchmidtSarah Schmidt is no stranger to life’s twists and turns. From growing up in a small Catholic town in Wisconsin to navigating love, illness, adoption, and personal reinvention, her story is one of resilience and transformation. At 52, she’s living with more purpose than ever, proving that life only gets better with time.Sarah holds a PsyD in Clinical Psychology, a Master’s in Pastoral Counseling, and a Health Coach Certification. She is also an investor, activist, and philanthropist, dedicated to making a difference in healthcare, education, and housing equity. As the host of the Wholey Schmidt podcast, she shares powerful conversations designed to spark change and inspire listeners to live life fully.Connect with Sarah:Instagram:⁠ @wholey.schmidt⁠Podcast:⁠ Wholey Schmidt⁠YouTube:⁠ Wholey Schmidt Channel⁠Connect with Remi: Instagram: ⁠@levvibyremi⁠Website: ⁠⁠https://levvibyremi.com⁠We would love to hear YOUR thoughts and questions. Please reach out on social media or email. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes, and if you're loving what you hear, a quick review would mean the world to us.