Episode Summary: In this episode of The Reinvention Diaries, hosts Michelle and Nicola welcome Tana MacPherson-Smith—coach, therapist, trainer, motivational speaker, and author of the Monkey Wisdom books. Tana shares her powerful story of accidental reinvention, from her career as a teacher to her journey through trauma, mental health challenges, and ultimately, transformation into a passionate advocate for children’s mental health and prevention.

Key Topics & Highlights:

• Tana’s background as a teacher and her transition to mental health advocacy.
• The pivotal moment that changed her life: a mental health crisis and recovery.
• The concept of “Monkey Wisdom” and how childhood experiences shape our beliefs and emotional resilience.
• The importance of prevention in mental he ...