We had the good fortune of connecting with Dr. Zowee Shanks and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Dr. Zowee, do you have any habits that you feel contribute to your effectiveness?
My devotional time every morning. I exercise discipline by getting up at 4:15 every morning and I take care of my mind, body and spirit before I tackle the day. This includes exercise, meditation by focusing on the Word of God and journaling.

What should our readers know about your business?
I am a responder to responders and I have overcome my own insecurities and trauma. This sets me apart from others because I only respond to people who respond to others. I provide a safe haven for those who are out doing the work changing the lives of others. Through discipline and hard work. It was not easy but at every crossroad, God has sent a mentor to help me process forward in my assignment. The most important lesson is to know who you are and what you are called to do. My purpose became clearer to me when the pandemic hit because the world was in crisis, and people needed a responder to help them navigate.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
We would eat at the cheesecake factory one day, and then various seafood restaurants on other days. We would hang out by a pool, go to Piedmont Park and walk as well as go to different malls. We would spend time talking and meeting different people because that is who I am. I always have someone coming up to me to start a conversation.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I want to shout out teachers and all educators because they are who our children see the most. Growing up as a child who could not read or write, it was a teacher who took time out to teach me and make me aware of my worth. Many children will not have access to therapy or counseling, but they will have access to a teacher.

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