Leah Fisher shares her transformative journey of self-discovery, which began after her father's death and culminated in a life-changing solo marriage sabbatical in her 60s. For over 40 years, she held a dream of joining the Peace Corps but let societal expectations steer her away from it.

After facing personal loss, Leah confronted her regrets and decided to embrace her long-held aspiration. This led her to explore the world and engage in meaningful service projects. From working with children affected by a mudslide in Guatemala to participating in disaster mental health efforts after an earthquake in Java, Leah found renewed purpose and fulfillment. Her story highlights the healing power of pursuing one's dreams at any age and the importance of redefining what it means to live a fulfilling life.

Takeaways:

Retired psychotherapist Leah Fisher worked for 35 years as a psychotherapist, marital counselor, and corporate consultant. During that time, she brought her expertise to television programs, including The Oprah Winfrey Show and 60 Minutes, and to media outlets, including Newsweek and The Wall Street Journal’s “Work and Family” column.

Although she is pleased with her professional accomplishments, she is incredibly proud to have traveled the world alone for a year. Fisher is a self-proclaimed “wild and crazy grandma” to four young grandchildren. She lives with her husband near Berkeley, California.

Website: mymarriagesabbatical.com

Purchase Leah's Book: https://www.mymarriagesabbatical.com/my-marriage-sabbatical-book-by-leah-fisher

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