How do you navigate motherhood and a thriving career? How do you find harmony in your own life? And have you considered the significance of setbacks and failures as opportunities for growth and learning? 

Friends, I'm excited to welcome back to the She Impacts Culture podcast, Dr. Karen Dowling! Today it's all about Navigating Life's Challenges.  
 
In this episode, we specifically chat through: 

•  understanding the significance of setbacks and failures as opportunities for growth and learning 
• the role of consistency and integrity and how it can shape your life and your community 
• the transformative power of embracing challenges and overcoming barriers  
• the transformative power of embracing God's plan in the face of setbacks 
• the balancing act of motherhood and career 
• tips for finding harmony in your own life 

Friends, Karen's journey reminds us that life is a beautiful tapestry of challenges, growth, and embracing God's plan, even in the face of setbacks. Her story reminds us to trust God's guidance and pursue impact with unwavering determination. Whether navigating obstacles, finding harmony between motherhood and career, or embracing our failures as stepping stones to success, Karen's insights inspire us to live authentically. Let's continue to embrace life's journey with faith, resilience, and the unyielding belief that we can make a profound difference in the world around us. 

Connect with Karen:
Website: https://www.indwes.edu/about/administration/presidents-cabinet
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-a-dowling-b6138734/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karen.i.dowling 

Dr. Karen A. Dowling is an experienced educator in various contexts. In 2021, she assumed the role of Vice President for Diversity and Intercultural Integration, serving all of Indiana Wesleyan University, including the main campus, National & Global, and Wesley Seminary. 

The role includes working with faculty, staff, students, and the curriculum to promote inclusive excellence, equip for equitable practices, and guide the strategic planning processes for DEI. Karen has led initiatives including brave space conversations, faculty and staff development for multicultural awareness, cultural heritage recognitions and celebrations, online student affinity and community groups, bias reporting leadership, and integration of inclusive content in courses and programs. Her research and practice focus on cultural responsiveness and belonging. 
Karen is passionate about inclusion and belonging of various cultural identities and recognizing the intersectionalities we possess as cultural beings and Christians. 

Karen is married to Trent, a regional bank president for Star Financial Bank, and a proud mother to sons Jared and Joel. 

Connect with Jen:​
Website: https://drjenbennett.com/​
#BeWorthFollowing Book: http://amzn.to/2H4gn9m​
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjenbennett/​
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjenbennett/