Dr. Mary Beth Janke: From Secret Service to Empowering Lives
Being a government worker and having all those resources is being a Secret Service agent. But my life post-Secret Service was far more dangerous, far more interesting, far more challenging, far more pushing me to grow, grow, grow, grow, grow.
What does it take to protect a foreign president and then pivot to guiding others towards mental and emotional resilience? Dr. Mary Beth Wilkas Janke knows firsthand. In this episode of 'Steps to Sobriety', host Stephan Neff welcomes Dr. Janke, a former US Secret Service Agent and now a forensic and clinical psychologist.
She shares her incredible journey as one of the few women in the Secret Service during the early 1990s, and the only female to officially protect a foreign president outside of the United States. Dr. Janke's path is nothing short of extraordinary, filled with lessons on self-confidence, mental toughness, and resilience. She talks about how nixing negative speech, focusing on daily health routines, and creating your own path can transform your life.
Her story is a powerful reminder that obstacles can become opportunities, and those opportunities can shape your future in unexpected ways. Listeners will find practical advice on building mental, physical, and emotional strength. Dr. Janke’s experiences underscore the importance of facing challenges head-on and using them as stepping stones for personal growth. Whether you're looking to overcome personal hurdles or seeking inspiration to change your life, this episode offers a wealth of wisdom. Tune in to hear Dr.
Janke's captivating story and learn how you too can turn life's challenges into opportunities for growth.