Episode 28: To Believing in Yourself and Working Through Challenges

Today we hear from mom and cartoonist, Chari Pere about what it means to believe in yourself - even when others don't. I wanted to bring this topic to light because so many moms these days face naysayers, who seem to judge them based upon their parenting style, choice of career, drive to start a business, write a book, and even more. Chari is a shining example of someone who uses her gifts for the good and has made a career out of her passions despite encountering many along the way who did not believe in her. This episode shows you an example of someone who realized that her career passions are valid and that she needs to strive to achieve her life dreams despite the challenges that have been and continue to be in the way.

 Chari's story is one that many mamas out there will connect to. Her story also highlights that YOU ARE NOT ALONE and that you can, step by step, work your way up from challenging times. 

About This Week's Guest:

Cartoonist Chari Pere is on a mission to create positive art that is heartfelt, funny, and relatable. She has worked with such clients as Red Bull, Mad Magazine, #1 New York Times bestselling author Gretchen Rubin, Comedy Central, actress Mayim Bialik, Bud Light, and Purina. During the pandemic, her “Corona Mama” comic series has helped parents cope with stressful parenting situations through humor. Chari lives in Los Angeles with her husband and three kids.

SHOW NOTES:
0:55: Introducing Chari Pere
“I’ve basically been trying to use my cartoon skills for good, to do comics that make people laugh and smile, and if I’m lucky both!” 

5:15: Dealing with Naysayers who tried to stop Chari’s career path
"I actually had a comic that I shared all this --- where I took about eight different people, different conversations that really stuck with me and I never forgot them and try to use them as motivation to prove them otherwise.” 

7:30: Not letting the naysayers in your life control your life
“There could be 1,000 perfectly fine comments but the 1 negative one will stick with you"

9:45: Chari’s first coloring book
“This year I had my first coloring book that I ever published. I've been wanting to do it for years and it’s the first one I ever did because someone who believed in me told me I should that and I just knocked it out"

12:00: How Chari overcame her Postpartum depression
“I realized that I needed to take my own life back (...) so I set this rule to spend 15 minutes a day to draw (...) and it's something that  can apply to all parts of my life” 

20:35: Advice for mothers on how to best support their kids in their paths
“You just foster them (...) encourage (!), not discourage” 

Connect with Chari Pere:
https://www.charipere.com/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/charipereart/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ChariPereArt/

Claim Your Free Coloring Book + One for a Friend:
Be one of the first 3 listeners to DM Chari on Facebook or Instagram and she will send you a complimentary coloring book and one as a gift to a friend.

If you're one of the lucky 3 listeners, tag us on Instagram  when you receive your gift and we'll celebrate with you!

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Credits:
Host: Jodi Fried
Guest: Chari Pere
Editor: Matthew Feiler