"It is the tiny moments or the little things that end up saving your life." -- Jolie Guillebeau

In this episode of Retrospective, Jolie Guillebeau shares a story that defined her for many years, and the new story she's written for herself and her life against all odds. Told she should go into real estate and that she would never do anything with art, Jolie's paintings and the stories behind them are now treasured in homes and hearts around the world.

Her new book, Beauty Everywhere: A Portable Gallery, is available for a limited time from Jen Lee Productions. Sign up to receive her daily paintings and stories here.

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