Today I'm speaking with Shawn Walchef, digital storyteller and founder of Cali BBQ Media.
Shawn openly shares his story of struggle through recovering from addiction to thriving in business and life.
In this candid interview, Shawn shares helpful tips on overcoming fear, the importance of sharing your story, and the wisdom of his grandfather who was his greatest mentor.
Some of the highlights of today's chat include:
Overcoming the struggle of trying to find hope through recovery
Learning to take care of himself and breaking patterns and removing masks he thought he needed to wear
Grappling with the societal pressures put upon men and learning how to identify and nurture his needs
How gratitude helped him to become more present in life
The THREE THINGS his grandfather taught him that has helped him out of addiction and towards a fulfilled and grateful life
The decision he made in college that still serves him today in his business
Challenging the famous quote from the movie Field of Dreams
The cost of not sharing your story
How the restaurant business created a full circle moment in his life that is still serving him and other entrepreneurs today
Shawn weaves in the wisdom of his grandfather throughout the conversation and ends with some final wise words. It almost felt like his grandfather was part, and perhaps the star, of this chat.
You can learn more about his work below:
Instagram: @shawnpwalchef
Media Company: www.betheshowmedia.com
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