Welcome back to the Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast! Our thought leader of the day is Stefanie Schaffer, an inspiring human being who managed to find new roads in her life after a fatal accident. The accident left her with broken bones, internal bleeding, and damaged legs that needed to be amputated.    Stefanie admitted that she was angry at first for what happened to her and viewed herself as a failure. What made her realize that failures could be opportunities was the kindness shown by all the people who’ve helped her stand up again. Stefanie later learned that this accident had enabled her to redefine herself, all while taking on new paths and uplifting everyone else around her.    Let’s listen to Stefanie and find new roads as we redefine ourselves!  Disclaimer: This podcast contains affiliate links! That means if you purchase from the companies we promote using the links we provide, we receive a small commission. Thank you for your support! You can see our full affiliate disclosure here. [00:01 - 09:47] Opening Segment Let’s get to know Stefanie Schaffer A life-changing accident   How choosing a seat impacted her life [09:48 - 23:04] When To Have Bad Days  How Stefanie realized she needed to be kind to herself Listen to Stefanie’s advice on how to manage your anger When are bad days allowed and not necessary?  Listen to Stefanie  [23:05 - 37:59] The Link Between the Mind and the Body Stefanie talks about people's tendency to underestimate themselves  Why join the Conspiracy of Goodness Network?  Link below The link between the mind and the body Stefanie’s insights here  [38:00 - 54:25] Redefining Yourself Social media is not that terrible according to Stefanie  How to turn failures into opportunities Stefanie’s advice  Stefanie shares her inspiring insights about redefining ourselves  [54:26 - 01:00:46] Closing Segment Stefanie tells us why this is still an amazing world Connect with Stefanie. Links below Final words and announcements   Tweetable Quotes: “You need to come to an understanding where you’re more empathetic than you are angry.” - Stefanie Schaff “I think we have this almost innate human ability to adapt and to overcome and even thrive in the face of challenge or something negative.” - Stefanie Schaff   Resources Mentioned: Stefanie Schaffer at United Way Event Green Mountain Power Rutland VT Exposing the Conspiracy of Goodness. | Lynda Ulrich | TEDxNaperville   Affiliate Partner: We all know how important arts education can be, and Blick Art Materials does too. They support arts events, artists awards, and donate art supplies all throughout the US. For all your art materials needs, check out Blick! Start here.   Email stefschaff@gmail.com to reach out to Stefanie and read more about her story on her website, Facebook, and Instagram.  BE ON THE LOOKOUT for her upcoming book!   Conspiracy of Goodness Links: Conspiracy of Goodness Network https://conspiracyofgoodnessnetwork.com/ CoG on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/goodnessnetwork/   Ever Widening Circles  https://everwideningcircles.com/ Affiliate Partners http://everwideningcircles.com/partners  EWC Ed: https://ed.everwideningcircles.com/ Donate! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=I-nvmUrlbDfU67bRoWWdOhFxiAM_W81jtIFBGCYzfCL6fG8oSUOg9ONIL9WR8LDjLEeYj0&country.x=US&locale.x=US EWC APP: https://everwideningcircles.com/good-news-app-ever-widening-circles-app/ Dr. Lynda's Book: https://www.dr-lynda.com/book/happiness