Today we’d like to introduce you to Lulie Maumenee DiMauro.
Hi, Lulie Maumenee; we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
As the granddaughter of Lt. General Walter King Wilson III, who served as the Chief of the Corps of Engineers for the Kennedy and Johnson Administration, and my paternal grandfather, James Radcliff Maumenee, who served as the President of the Alabama Dry Docks in Mobile, Alabama, I come from a long line of proud American patriots. Ballet was my passion growing up, and I trained classically, going pre-professional by 12 with The Tulsa Ballet. My dream was to perform with Impact Productions, “The Masterpiece.” I auditioned during my first year of college. However, the show closed. After a short time with the Fine Arts program at the University of Oklahoma, I shifted courses. I began taking classes at Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where I majored in Political Science and minored in Philosophy. From 2002 to 2004, I competed in the Miss Oklahoma Organization for the Miss America Organization. In 2003, I transferred to OU during my senior year and finished my college career, having worked for the 96-Hour Task Force for the Colorado Campaigns for the Republican National Convention. This began my 27-year political career. My husband, Jason, my two boys, Andrew and Quinn, and I moved to South Carolina in 2022, having spent the better part of our marriage living in the DC area.
It wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Having worked with C-level executives, leaders, and political figures, I have had to learn many times the value of adapting to high expectations. It is a constant balancing act for everyone involved as it requires navigating the route that best helps them shine while also managing teams that must remain focused on the same objective. This collection of skills became of even greater use when I began starting my own business. The balance of personal life, home life, and work is something all women are constantly trying to navigate, and it’s been something I continually seek to understand.
After delivering my first son, I experienced extreme Postpartum Depression (PPD). I would learn that what I went through only happens to 1 percent of the 70 percent of women in the United States who end up with PPD and anxiety. My journey of learning about how childhood traumas had affected my mental health and how to support myself and my family best since then was the gateway to my mission to educate and empower others today. The support of my husband, family, and mentors I have known for over 18 years has allowed me to face my darkest days and emerge “out of the shadows.” My podcast was born out of my own experience with PPD, mental health, and anxiety issues. I hope it will help educate and empower others to not suffer in silence.
In facing my struggles, I am learning to address my needs best. I have met incredible people who have agreed to participate as guests on my podcast. The hope and expectation is that, through their interviews, we can all expand awareness and destigmatize mental health issues so that others may find the hope and courage they need to receive valuable help. While there are times when conventional practices are necessary, I have loved exploring all of the different support modalities in a personal quest to find health and balance by better understanding the mind/body/spirit connection. Even though it’s in its early stages, I have found the creative outlet rewarding and am honored to provide a space for experts to share valuable information and resources.
Let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
My political work began in 1996 when I worked for then-Senator Bob Dole. Over the last 27 years, I have served 5 members of Congress, worked on 6 Presidential cycles, and worked in the faith-based, nonprofit, and for-profit business sectors in the United States. I began a new venture this year by launching my own LLC and podcast. The podcast “Out of the Shadows” is geared towards educating and empowering women who suffer silently from postpartum depression, mental illness, and anxiety.
Do you have any memories from childhood that you can share with us?
I loved my childhood. Growing up in the Gulf Shores, I have fond memories of enjoying the Little Lagoon. Many hours were spent boating, fishing, swimming, sailing, playing golf, tennis, and reading by the waterfront. Having the grandfathers I did, both West Point graduates and WW2 service members, I grew up understanding the value of God, country, honor, and duty. Those life lessons have shaped my journey in politics and life. Another lovely collection of memories is linked to my aunt and uncle. They lived on St. Simon’s Island, Georgia. Many holidays and summers were spent riding bikes, being barefoot, and enjoying the fresh air and sunshine. It wasn’t until I was an adult that I realized how much balance and joy these simple activities truly brought me. Children spend less time in nature, reading, and playing with friends in today’s world and culture. Simply being barefoot on the ground, a technique called grounding, is so important to incorporate into our everyday lives to help balance our bodies and face each day with joy and stamina. I am thankful to enjoy the great outdoors. My favorite place is still the beach, where you can find me with my kids, digging sand castles, body surfing, taking sea shell walks on the beach, and reading a good book under an umbrella.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/lulie_dimauro?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lulie.dimauro?mibextid=avESrC
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lulie-dimauro-253a6285?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
- Other: https://www.beautycounter.com/luliemaumeneedimauro?&goto=/en-us/
