Ep.31 | Overcoming Adversity: Redefining Success + Navigating Trauma & Tough Times In Your Relationship with Megan Sluyters

In this powerful and deeply moving episode, we sit down with Megan Sluyters for an honest, raw, and vulnerable conversation on facing life’s most unexpected challenges. Megan opens up about her journey through trauma, the complexities of mental health, and the resilience needed to overcome adversity. Join us as we dive into the realization that sometimes the dream career you’ve worked tirelessly to achieve might no longer align with your soul. Discover how Megan navigated the difficult path of career reinvention, learned to embrace spontaneity, and how saying "yes" to new opportunities without experience helped transform her life. We discuss creating true friendships in a digital world, strengthening your relationship with your partner, and the art of finding common ground in relationships—especially when faced with life’s toughest moments. Megan’s story is one of courage, trust, and an unwavering belief in the power of perseverance. Her journey from the depths of mental struggle to the triumph of entrepreneurship with her partner will leave you inspired and eager to listen. Whether you’re facing a career crossroads, relationship challenges, or searching for a change, Megan’s insights resonate deeply and light a spark within. Tune in to explore resilience, vulnerability, and the magic of saying yes to life’s wild ride. -- TIME STAMPS: 00:00 - Intro 02:23 - The Power of Creating Real Relationships In Social Media 05:03 - Who is Megan Sluyders 06:01 - Realizing The Dream Job Wasn’t The Dream Job Anymore 09:02 - Realizing the Limitations In Corporate America 11:05 - Courage To Have The Conversation with Family & Loved Ones When Changing Your Career 13:01 - Advice to Anyone Who Is Teetering in Changing Careers 13:33 - How to Build Your Self Belief 17:01 - When Life Gives You A Curveball - Takes You To The High of Highs & Then To The Pits of Sorrow 18:58 - Realizing Your Own Mental Health isnt the best 20:01 - When Trauma & Mental Health Pulls Partners Apart 21:45 - Overcoming Stigmas Against Talking To Professionals 23:38 - Spontaneous Decisions That Can Change Your Life 24:00 - The Byproduct of Choosing To Do The Hard Things 29:08 - Navigating Residual Trauma 29:33 - Benefits of Going Through Tragedy 31:30 - Advice for Anyone Going Through A Tough Time 33:26 - Advice for Couples Navigating Hard Times Together 35:00 - Putting Ego Aside To Get Through Tough Times As A Couple 36:19 - Benefits & Advice to Couples Starting A Business Together 38:18 - Being Open & Saying Yes To Business Opportunities 40:00 - The Results of Persevering, Believing In Yourself, & Trusting The Process 42:44 - Building Confidence in Your Relationship 44:17 - The Best Hack for Success 46:17 - Surrounding Yourself With Positivity & Goodness -- ☑️ Follow: Help support our show, & get a healthy hit of dopamine by hitting that follow button to stay updated on our weekly episodes. - 📸 Connect on Social Media: Follow us on IG & Threads for behind-the-scenes content, updates, and community engagement. Dopamine Pursuit on IG Kristen Slonicki on IG Megan Sluyters on IG - ✍🏼 Leave a Review: Your positive feedback not only fuels our motivation but also has the power to inspire others—consider sharing your uplifting experience through a quick review to help our community grow! - 💌 Sign Up For Our Mailing List: Join our mailing list for exclusive content, insider updates, and personalized insights & tools that will elevate your journey towards success and fulfillment. Mailing List Here - 📚Check Out Our Book Catalog: Explore our curated collection of favorites, featuring a handpicked selection of books that perfectly align with the captivating themes of your favorite podcast. Check Out The Book List Here - About the Podcast Serial Entrepreneur and Podcast host Kristen Slonicki guides us on a journey to leveling up in life and leadership. Through her insights and guests we learn how to hack our dopamine receptors to pursue healthy hits of dopamine through pursuing excellence.