19
Jun
2017
Publishing her Memoir in Midlife: Becky’s Story
Suddenly paralyzed at 38, Becky found writing as a way to cope. In her new book, Rethinking Possible: A Memoir of Resilience, she... Read More
8
May
2017
Joining the Peace Corps in Midlife: Janet’s Story
After a long career in fundraising, a move, and a divorce, Janet made her dream of joining the Peace Corps come true.... Read More
14
Nov
2016
Writing a Spiritual Memoir in Midlife: Patricia’s Story
After several failed marriages, Patricia went back to school in midlife and became a psychotherapist. It would take a lengthy correspondence with... Read More
11
Aug
2016
Writing a Memoir about Conquering Abuse: Karen’s Story
One last horrific beating convinced Karen to leave her first husband, but she soon fell into a second abusive relationship. It would... Read More
6
Jun
2016
Writing a Memoir to Shed Light on Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Lucinda’s Story
Lucinda grew up with an abusive mother and married a narcissist. It took her daughter’s plea for her to leave everything behind,... Read More
19
May
2016
Rebooting a Writing and Speaking Career: Lee’s Story
At 40, when Lee thought she was finally launching her next act, her husband left her and their daughter for an old... Read More
21
Mar
2016
Writing About Race, Adoption, and Identity: Catana’s Story
Adopted by a white family as a black child, Catana struggled with issues of racial identity. With her late husband actor Fred... Read More
17
Mar
2016
Inspiring Others to Overcome Hardship: Carol’s Story
Carol has endured so much trauma, from cancer to rape to financial ruin, it’s hard to believe she has not only survived,... Read More
14
Mar
2016
Advocating for Dementia Awareness: Vicki’s Story
When both her parents were diagnosed with dementia, Vicki was thrust into a caregiving role and coped with the ups and downs... Read More
18
Feb
2016
Writing and Speaking About Overcoming Obstacles: Daisy’s Story
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When Daisy was born in China with physical and mental defects, the doctor warned her parents that they would always need to... Read More
