Lifelines: The Journey Inward to Self-Discovery, Compassion, Light and Joy with Melissa Bernstein, Co-Founder of Melissa & Doug

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday!

On the podcast today is Melissa Bernstein, Co-Founder of the toy company Melissa & Doug, and Author of the new book, LIFELINES: An Inspirational Journey from Profound Darkness to Radiant Light.

In today’s episode Melissa and Sydney chat about:

• Melissa's experience with existential anxiety and depression, her journey inward from profound darkness to radiant light, and why our sensitivity is a strength and superpower

• The role of self-acceptance in finding fulfillment, choosing to define who we are on our terms, and becoming our own anchor

• LifeLines, Melissa's new book and online community

• How our experiences can offer connection and support, and why sharing our story reminds us that we're not alone

• Melissa's mantra, her biggest lesson from sharing her journey and new book, her biggest dream, and so much more!

To connect with Melissa and learn more, visit her website https://www.lifelines.com and on Instagram @seekLifeLines Twitter @seekLifeLines and Facebook @seekLlifeLines

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