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. -------------------- 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. The host, Rabbi Ari Koretzky, is Executive Director of MEOR Maryland (www.meormd.org), a premier Jewish outreach and educational organization. MEOR operates nationally on twenty campuses and in Manhattan; visit the national website at www.meor.org. Please visit www.JewsYouShouldKnow.com follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn or on Facebook. Have feedback for the show, or suggestions for future guests? E-mail us at JewsYouShouldKnow@gmail.com. Want to support this podcast? Visit Patreon.com. A small monthly contribution goes a long way!!