When Jane Smith’s van breaks down outside Bend, Oregon, she’s forced to face more than a busted alternator, she must confront the fear of being seen.

What follows is a story of healing, art, and the courage to call yourself an artist.

Brushstrokes to Breakdowns is a journey through silence, self-doubt, and the road that leads home-not to a place, but to purpose. Perfect for dreamers, painters, and anyone building a life from the ashes of what came before.

Keywords: artist journey, female entrepreneur fiction, vanlife story, creative healing, women in business, finding purpose, self discovery, small town romance, inspirational fiction, Hallmark style, business fiction, #HerStoryHerJourney, #BusinessFiction

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About the Podcast: Her Story. Her Journey is where fictional storytelling meets real-world business inspiration. Each episode shares a short, emotionally rich story designed to help you move forward in your own entrepreneurial journey, whether you're just starting or starting over.

I'm Melissa, a successful business owner, mom of six, and business coach with over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience and 7 years coaching women just like you. I've built multiple income streams from home while raising a family, and I believe in learning through story, because stories stick. If you’ve ever felt like business advice wasn’t made for your life, you’re in the right place.