Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
I used to work as a child development specialist until I gave birth to my first child. Who would have thought a six weeks maternity leave would turn into a 4 years full-time stay-at-home parent. I love every moment of it but gosh … being a parent is tough! Everyday is something new. I didn’t realize how under-prepared I was to cope with all the stress but like all parents, we tried to do our best.
So far I have written one book Parenting With Purpose: A Practical Guide to Disciplining With Empathy and Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child. The book launched on Amazon on June 12th. Writing my first book was a journey. I never thought I would become a writer but here I am.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The name of my latest book that is scheduled to release at the end of the summer is Mindful Habits for Better Parents: How to Stop Losing Your Shit and Start Owning Parenthood. My inspiration comes from my personal experience raising my own children and coaching other parents.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes, I do. When I hit a writer’s block. I would go take a shower or go on a run and somehow these help get my creative juices flowing.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
Oooh, there are so many. It really depends on where I’m at in my life. Currently, I’m reading The Success Principles by Jack Canfield and I really enjoy it.
What are you working on now?
I’m working on the audiobook of Parenting With Purpose and doing a final revision for Mindful Habits for Better Parents.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
I don’t know. Promoting book is all new to me. I’m still learning and figuring this out. Haha
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Yes, don’t be afraid to share and publish your book! It took me over a year to get over my fear of writing and publishing Parenting With Purpose. I was nervous of what other parents will say and think of me. After launching my first book, I realized that I just have to let it go. Negative review is going to come. Some readers are more gentle and others will criticize your work more harshly but it’s all part of the process. We all learn and grow.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Hmm… one of my favorite advice is give yourself a little grace. I have always been really hard on myself, not only as a writer but as a parent. Sometimes we all have to take a step back and appreciate what we have accomplished.
What are you reading now?
The Success Principles by Jack Canfield
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m not sure. I’m excited to find out as well.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Only 3 or 4?! That’s hard. I read a lot of non-fiction books, so I would bring any of the non-fiction books that are sitting on my bookshelf that I haven’t read.
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