About Shanna Lindinger

My story

Life rarely takes a straight path. It meanders, much like the gravel roads I grew up exploring. Some of my earliest memories are of those detours with my Mum and Dad—paths that led to hidden coves where Dad would dive, forests where we’d forage for mushrooms, and trusted turns that always seemed to end at a fireside braai. On the farm, it was much the same—riding out with my quad bike and dog, weaving through trails, discovering secret spots, and climbing hilltops just to sit and watch the world unfold below.

Those moments taught me to savor the simple things, embrace the beauty of the journey, and always ask, “What’s just beyond that bend?”By sixteen, my curiosity turned inward. Writing entered my life as a lifeline when my therapist handed me a notebook and said, “Write it down.” What began as a way to process emotions quickly became something deeper—a tool for reflection, a way to explore life’s persistent “whys,” and a safe place to hold fleeting thoughts.

In my late teens and early twenties, philosophy entered the picture. Great thinkers and poets offered me new perspectives, opening doors to questions I hadn’t yet known to ask. Writing became my way of engaging with the world—of turning life’s complexities into something tangible, something worth keeping.

In 2017, a book changed everything. The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss sparked an idea I couldn’t ignore: a life rooted in freedom and intention. It was the catalyst for my first blog and the beginning of a journey to align my work with my values.

But, as life often does, it had its own plans. I pivoted into freelance editing, operations, and content creation—honing skills in systems, strategy, and storytelling. By 2022, I found myself circling back to what had always been there: writing. This time, with a sharper focus—pairing storytelling with connection to create content that inspires curiosity and trust.