Meet Lisa Stanworth

Today we’d like to introduce you to Lisa Stanworth.

Hi Lisa, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah, and throughout my childhood, had the privilege of embarking on road trips across the Pacific Northwest, Idaho, Colorado, and Utah with my mother. These adventures nurtured my love for the outdoors and instilled in me an appreciation for the beauty that our world holds. Meanwhile, my father relocated to Hawaii, and my summers were spent relishing the wonders of the Hawaiian Islands alongside him. Fast forward to my college years, where I met my husband.

Now, after 18 years of marriage, we are blessed with five wonderful children and have had the incredible opportunity to explore Europe, Asia, the Caribbean, and various parts of the United States. As a devoted stay-at-home mom, my utmost aspiration is to provide my family with enriching experiences and to traverse as much of this magnificent Earth as we can. Growing up surrounded by Utah’s majestic mountains and Hawaii’s captivating oceans, I developed an unwavering passion for nature, travel, and embracing diverse cultures. It is from this passion that the idea of creating a travel podcast was born. In May 2022, I experienced a distinct moment of inspiration that compelled me to share my love for travel with others.

Without hesitation, I embarked on a journey to delve into the intricacies of podcasting and connect with individuals from around the globe. I relish delving deeper into learning about diverse cultures, sampling tantalizing cuisines, uncovering must-visit destinations, and gathering invaluable insights from locals and esteemed travel influencers. My sincere hope is that through this podcast, I can inspire others to venture forth and relish the beauty of our extraordinary world.

We all face challenges, but would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Podcasting indeed presents a steep learning curve. In my pursuit of creating an organic and authentic podcast, I took it upon myself to grasp every facet rather than relying on delegation.

Embracing the notion that “done is better than perfect,” I dove into the realms of editing, navigating the intricacies of social media, and the entire process of producing a podcast from start to finish. I take great pride in affirming that my confidence has significantly grown since I started this venture

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
In addition to my role as a travel podcaster, what brings me the greatest sense of pride in being a dedicated stay-at-home mom to my remarkable five children. I’m sure fellow parents can empathize when I say that I seem to inhabit my car these days, shuttling the kids from school pickup to bedtime.

With their diverse range of interests and activities—be it basketball, football, soccer, golf, tumbling, cheerleading, piano, or track—my little ones have an undeniable zest for life. Amidst the whirlwind, I wholeheartedly cherish this season of my life. As a stay-at-home mom, it’s easy to become consumed by the everyday tasks of tending to your family’s needs, and in the process, I sometimes felt I lost a piece of myself. However, I’ve taken intentional steps to rediscover the things that bring me joy. This podcasting journey has been transformative; it has breathed new life into neglected fragments of my being.

What sets me apart from others is that, to my knowledge, there are very few podcasts quite like mine. While many podcasts focus solely on specific destinations, mine delves into the realm of family travel. Though my initial concept leaned toward mostly solo episodes with occasional guests, I have discovered an immense joy in reaching out to individuals across the globe. Engaging with locals has gifted me with a deeper understanding and invaluable insights that enrich the podcast and my perspective.

What do you think about happiness?
My list of things that bring me joy is seemingly endless, but if I were to narrow it down to the top three, they would unquestionably be my faith, family, and friends. I genuinely feel blessed to have been bestowed with the most incredible family, and I treasure every moment spent with them.

Beyond my top three, the things that bring me immense happiness include venturing to new places and connecting with people from diverse corners of the world, savoring the flavors of different cuisines, inhaling the crisp mountain air, immersing myself in the vastness of the ocean, embarking on exhilarating scuba diving adventures, and yes, even engaging in the pursuit of hidden treasures (Utah has its fair share!).

As I grow older, my yearning for peace intensifies, and I actively seek out what brings me the greatest sense of tranquility and delight. Life is simply too short to dwell on things that drag us down when countless elements can lift us.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: @chooseyourhappyplace
• Other: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/choose-your-happy-place/id1636024453