How to Bounce Back After Adversity | My Journey from Stroke to Artistic Success

Welcome to Episode 59 with Toby Lyles joined by Denise Hawkins. In this inspiring episode, we hear from an entrepreneur and artist who turned a life-altering stroke into a journey of resilience, creativity, and reinvention. After building a successful business from the ground up, she faced an unexpected challenge when she suffered a brain hemorrhage in 2012. What followed was a story of courage, determination, and the rediscovery of her love for photography and art. Through perseverance and the support of a local artistic community, she found herself exhibiting her work in major galleries and winning prestigious awards. In this conversation, Denise shares her path to recovery, how art became a powerful form of self-expression, and the importance of staying curious and open to new creative pursuits. Episode 059 Release Date: May 26, 2026 Host: Toby Lyles Guest: Denise Hawkins Get in touch with Denise Website: https://www.denisehawkinsphoto.com Facebook:   / hawkinswyo   Instagram:   / denisewyo