Oct 18, 2021
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Follow Shari Wallack on her amazing journey of transformation and self-discovery, as she rises “From Hell to Challah”. Shari had her professional career upended as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, experienced a mental health crisis, and emerged from the hospital committed to finding a new path for her life. Little did she know at the time that she would be soon traveling around the country in the midst of a pandemic, baking challah and sharing her journey and wisdom with old friends and new acquaintances.
She discusses the fears and challenges that led to her hospitalization, and how she charted a new path forward, learning the importance of sharing and vulnerability during a time of great uncertainty. She shares grains of wisdom about growth, relationships, parenting, and the joy of sharing one’s gifts with the world.
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EPISODE TIME STAMPS
1:37 Introduction
4:29 Shari’s background working in the travel industry prior to the pandemic
5:38 Shari shares her Jewish upbringing, and how her faith grew through her children
8:38 Professional growth and business ownership upset by Covid’s impact on travel
10:52 The breaking point
14:13 A 95 day journey begins
17:20 Reactions from family
22:46 Traveling the country
28:42 A new chapter in life – as an author!
35:41 Looking back, the reasons for wanting to escape
40:22 Travel adventures, and the road back home
50:56 Lessons learned, and new opportunities await!
55:08 Advice for those struggling with depression
CONNECT WITH SHARI WALLACK
For more information about Shari Wallack and “From Hell to Challah”, visit her website at: www.fromhelltochallah.com
“From Hell to Challah” is available at many fine bookstores, or from Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
Connect with Shari on Facebook, Instagram, or via email at: shari@buysea.net
ABOUT THIS PODCAST
Jews You Should Know introduces the broader community to interesting and inspiring Jewish men and women making a difference in our world. Some are already famous, some not yet so. But each is a Jew You Should Know.
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