Have you ever considered looking into your ancestry wondering if you would stumble upon something interesting? This episode is about discovering family secrets, one that pushes you to re-examine your existence and experiences. I'm honored that this week's guest on "Happiness through Hardship" - The Podcast, Jane Fine, bravely shares hers and to a degree mine, because we're related. 

My bright and bigger than life, (though shorter than most,) Aunt Jane is a highly acclaimed, award-winning painter and teacher. A wildly smart and passionate conversationalist, her abstract art focuses on social and political themes, which has been exhibited nationally and internationally for over 20-years. Today's episode showcases her backstory, one she didn't know and only discovered recently by taking a genealogy test. Jane re-tells the story, which led her down a path of reexamination of past experiences, relationships with family, as well as her own identity.

During this episode, Jane not only shares the background, she also talks about how she has continually navigated. While her art and creative avenue has been a tremendous help with coping, we barely touched upon her elaborate career. Recognized globally, Jane is famous in the art world, having been reviewed frequently in The New York Times, The New Yorker, New York Magazine and Art in America among other periodicals. She's also the recipient of several prestigious grants including the Pollock-Krasner Foundation, The New York Foundation for the Arts and The National Endowment for the Arts. In addition, she has been awarded world-renown fellowships and has been resident at The MacDowell Colony, Yaddo, The Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown, The Millay Colony, The Cité Internationale des Artes in Paris, The Golden Foundation and The Hermitage Artists Retreat. She is currently represented by Pierogi Gallery in New York City and collaborates with her husband, my uncle, artist James Esber, under the pseudonym "J. Fiber."

SHOW NOTES
5:03 - Jane backstory before the backstory
6:03 - Jane’s sister, Paula, has doubts about who her father is
9:07 - Jane’s son, Abe, is interested in taking a DNA test
10:49 - Jane's moment of realization about her biological father
11:33 - Jane’s initial denial
14:05 - The realization
15:19 - The phone call that felt like a movie
17:14 - Jane’s son gives her helpful advice
19:11 - Jane now asks herself “Who am I?” and “Who is my biological father?”
19:42 - Jane's range of emotions after accepting the discovery
20:46 - How Jane researches who her father could be
28:39 - Jane's self-reflection
31:55 - Jane makes new family connections and finds new similarities
35:28 - How Jane finds peace and how others can, too
40:21 - The peace her son gives her
44:32 - Caryn and Jane play The Grateful Game

CONNECT with Jane:
Jane Fine website: https://www.janefine.net/about
Jane Fine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janemfine/ and https://www.instagram.com/grand.flag/
Jane Fine - represented by Pierogi: https://www.pierogi2000.com/artists/jane-fine/
Collaborative work with husband, Artist James Esber: https://www.pierogi2000.com/artists/j-fiber/
James Esber: https://www.jamesesber.com/

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62. Jane Fine: Abstract Artist Discovers Family Secret

Having a hard time sleeping? On this week’s episode of “Happiness through Hardship” – The Podcast, I'm excited to introduce you to Ingrid Prueher - aka Ingrid Baby Sleep Whisperer. She’s a holistic sleep expert who offers bilingual pediatric and adult sleep coaching services. Ingrid's a former Wall Street research analyst who used her love of data and research to find holistic tools to improve the health of her family. She shares her thoughts on how stress as well as self-care can influence our sleep. In addition, she showcases tons of tips on how to improve your slumber and your life. There's something for everyone in this episode as Ingrid is full of resources and tons of fun.

We have a blast and so will you, so please enjoy this episode and if you like rate, review and subscribe. You leaving a review helps us with our podcast ranking. The higher we are ranked, the more people can discover our show….and the more inspirational content we can bring to you and others.

SHOW NOTES

Ingrid Baby Sleep Whisperer Consultation: https://ingridbabysleepwhisperer.com/sleep-service-one-on-one/

Good Night Buddy Alarm Clock: https://amzn.to/33AZG2Y

Yoga Nidra: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jx12i84awl8

Night writing pen: https://amzn.to/2Gv3udb

Kid Anti-blue Light Glasses: https://amzn.to/34yQD1L

Adult Anti-blue Light Glasses: https://amzn.to/3lnn5Lh

Parents.com "Baby Sleep 911" Web TV Series: https://www.parents.com/baby/sleep/911/

DoTERRA essential oils: https://ingridbabysleepwhisperer.com/doterraessentialoils/

The Modern Essentials Handbook of Essential Oils: https://amzn.to/3lxqWpd

CONNECT WITH INGRID
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ingridBabySleepWhisperer/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ingridbabysleepwhisperer/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/IngridPrueher
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ingridprueher/_created/

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20. Ingrid Prueher: How to Get a Good Slumber - The Sleep Whisperer on Stress & Self-care

I’m excited to introduce you to Lynn Giovannelli on this week's episode of "Happiness through Hardship" - The Podcast. I was told she's a bright light and amazing in 1,000 ways and with that introduction, I couldn’t wait to connect with her. People who know her best say she's a kind, loving and passionate spirit that is filled with energy, faith and compassion. Lynn is no stranger to hardship - having been diagnosed with breast cancer in 2011 and saw her company fall during the real estate crash of 2009. While her health has changed over the years, friends all say that one thing that has remained steady is her unbounded spirit. I’m honored that today Lynn shares her story about her recent ALS diagnosis.

This episode is incredibly heartfelt and uplifting despite her terminal diagnosis. Even someone as positive and compassionate as Lynn had been before hearing her diagnosis; she still stepped up her game. She's laser focused on finding joy with her family and in her life. She's also diving into new healthy living practices and finding energy in the exploration. Lynn provides tremendous insight and inspiration for anyone that receives the news they have ALS. In fact, she can motivate us all to find joy in our lives as she radiates positivity and love.

SHOW NOTES
Lynn Giovannelli - Groves Academy: https://www.grovesacademy.org/team/lynn-giovannelli/

For more information on ALS: https://www.als.org/

Mayo Clinic Neuromuscular Disease Group: https://www.mayoclinic.org/departments-centers/neuromuscular-disease-group/overview/ovc-20443670

"Living Fully, Dying Well:" https://amzn.to/2KaMGtf

Driving with ALS: https://www.als.org/navigating-als/resources/fyi-driving-challenges-als

CONNECT WITH US
www.PrettyWellness.com/podcast - for more information on the podcast episodes
 www.PrettyWellness.com/cancer-resources - easily accessible cancer information 
www.Instagram.com/prettywellness - for daily wellness tips
www.CarynSullivan.com - for more information

Our Social Media: 
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www.Facebook.com/PrettyWellness
www.Twitter.com/PrettyWellness

To Buy the Book: 
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2020 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide: https://prettywellness.com/2020-healthy-holiday-gift-guide-2/

29. Lynn Giovannelli: Radiating Joy Even After ALS Diagnosis

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