Episode 179 - Lindsay Stadel - The Night Lindsay Stadel Tried to End It—and the Life She Built After - From Caving In To Crushing It | Lyssna här

This episode: The Night Lindsay Stadel Tried to End It—and the Life She Built After.

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Introduction and Personal Catch-Up (0:02)

Host Drew Deraney thanks Emilio Roman for introducing Guest Lindsay Stadel and expresses happiness to see her.
Drew discusses the linear nature of life and how external circumstances can derail it.
He introduces the concept of three types of women: those who don't notice adversity, those who see it as a barrier, and those who see it as an opportunity for growth.
Drew invites Lindsay to share her defining moment of transformation.

Lindsay's Defining Moment (27:08)

Lindsay Stadel shares that September 24, 2017, was her defining moment.
She describes her life before the event, including a 12-year marriage and a subsequent divorce.
Lindsay reveals her descent into lying, cheating, and being abused by one of her partners.
She recounts the night she attempted suicide by jumping out of a truck, leading to her hospitalization.

The Aftermath and New Beginning (27:25)

Lindsay explains how she survived the suicide attempt due to her rescuer's actions.
She describes the physical injuries she sustained, including nerve damage and facial injuries.
Lindsay shares the emotional impact of her actions, including the pain of her mother's reaction.
She discusses her family's intervention and her commitment to a mental health facility.

Healing and Forgiveness (27:38)

Lindsay talks about her journey to healing, including the truth-telling that occurred in the mental health facility.
She reveals that she did not forgive herself for several years and the impact on her children.
Lindsay shares a story about her son's mental health crisis and how it led to her telling him the truth about her suicide attempt.
She explains how her son's forgiveness helped her forgive herself.

Medical Journey and Pain Management (27:48)

Lindsay details her medical journey, including multiple surgeries and the use of a spinal cord stimulator.
She describes the success of a recent procedure called DREZ, which eliminated her nerve pain.
Lindsay expresses her gratitude for the new lease on life and her goals for the future.
She shares her desire to become the grandmother her grandchildren deserve and to write a book about her experiences.

Professional and Family Life (27:58)

Lindsay discusses her transition from working outside the home to managing family businesses.
She describes the four family businesses: a farm and ranch, a silage chopping business, an over-the-road trucking company, and a brokering business.
Lindsay explains her role in running the office and working alongside her family.
She shares details about the agriculture field and the day-to-day operations of the businesses.

Personal Growth and Advice (28:10)

Lindsay reflects on the lessons she has learned and the advice she would give to her younger self.
She emphasizes the importance of telling the truth and taking risks in business....

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Lindsay Stadel on Suicide
(00:01:44) - There Are Three Types of Women
(00:07:29) - The Story of My Attempt To Kill Myself
(00:16:13) - How a parent forgave herself for leaving her children
(00:17:48) - One Survivor's Surgery to Restore His Spinal Plexus
(00:24:10) - Living with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
(00:29:05) - One Woman's Journey Back to Work After Cancer
(00:30:35) - Three Family Businesses
(00:32:52) - How To Buy a Calf
(00:36:21) - Lindsay Stadtle's Facebook Group
(00:36:59) - Always Tell the Truth
(00:38:03) - Lindsay's Advice For Young Businesswomen