About the Author

Esther Schultz is an independent writer, author, speaker, mentor of WomenLead and a co-host of their brand new Shine Your Light - A WomenLead Podcast. She lives by her personal motto of, “be kind always and spread joy every day.” She believes everyone can live a peaceful, joy filled life, and attempts to spread that message in her work and in the way she lives.

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Writing has been a part of Esther’s life since she was child. It has been a tool that has helped her to overcome her battle with depression and anxiety. Esther has learned ways to live the wholehearted life by surrounding herself with joy, love, kindness, and peace. She loves to share what she has learned with the desire to inspire, empower, and give hope.

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Her favorite things include taking pictures, spending time in nature, especially along Lake Superior, and advocating for mental health. Esther lives in central Minnesota with her husband, four children, her dog Huckleberry, horse Sully, and turtle Torter.