Paula Faris

Paula Faris was innately curious as a child, asking so many questions her family nicknamed her “Paula 20 Questions.” The daughter of a Lebanese immigrant and an Irish Catholic mother, Paula was gifted with darker skin, a slight frame, and what she calls “unusually large” green eyes. As a result, she was also the target of merciless teasing by her elementary peers. What began as childhood teasing took root in Paula’s life and grew into full-on self-doubt. She attended Cedarville University, and because she was inclined to the endless questioning of investigative reporting, she majored in broadcast journalism. She excelled in the program, and her professors knew she could have a promising career in the newsroom. Still plagued with fear and doubt, Paula refused to step in front of the camera.

A Preview of Her Refounder Story – Chapter 10: Reaping the Rewards

Born with the natural gifts and desire to enter broadcast journalism, gifted with the education to pursue her passion, the fear had nevertheless gotten the best of Paula at an early age. But when she had her own epiphany—watching the coverage of 9/11—she decided her life was worth refounding. She made a bold move, took an audacious step, and as a result, she enjoyed a successful career. But did she stop there? Hardly. 

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