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Message in the Middle: Midlife Women, Reinvention & Personal Growth

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Message in the Middle: Midlife Women, Reinvention & Personal Growth

Embracing Your Passions: Don't Be Afraid to Go After What You Want with Author Yvonne Vincent

March 30, 2024 • Marianne DeMello-Smith,Yvonne Vincent • Season 1 • Episode 101

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Join host Marianne on Message In the Middle as she sits down with the inspiring Yvonne Vincent, author and creator of the "Growing Old Disgracefully" Facebook blog. In this episode, they discuss the journey of rediscovering passions, stepping into the unknown, exercising the "want" muscle, and surrounding yourself with supportive communities. Get ready for a conversation filled with insights, humor, and actionable tips to help you pursue your dreams.

Yvonne shares her journey from starting a Facebook blog, "Growing Old Disgracefully," to becoming a full-time writer. Encouraged by her readers during the Covid lockdown, she wrote her first book, "The Big Blue Jobbie," which unexpectedly soared in popularity. Now, with the "Losers Club murder mystery series" under her belt, Yvonne has transitioned into a completely new, full-time writing career in her early fifties.

In this engaging conversation, Yvonne reflects on the importance of stepping into the unknown despite uncertainty and fear. She shares how starting her blog was the catalyst for reconnecting with her love for writing and emphasizes the significance of surrounding oneself with supportive individuals who believe in you, even when you doubt yourself.

Join us as we explore the concept of exercising your "want muscle" and learn how to embrace discomfort as a pathway to growth and fulfillment. Whether you're contemplating a new venture or seeking to reignite your passions, this episode offers invaluable insights to help you navigate the journey with confidence and resilience.

Key Points Covered:

Rediscovering passions and dreams in midlife
Starting the "Growing Old Disgracefully" blog: a journey back to writing
Overcoming uncertainty and fear in pursuing new endeavors
Remembering your personal value
The importance of a supportive community in achieving success
Exercising your "want muscle" to pursue what brings you joy and fulfillment

Yvonne's Links:

Blog: Growing Old Disgracefully
Facebook author page: Yvonne Vincent Author
Amazon: Amazon Author Page
Website: https://www.yvonnevincent.com

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Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne
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Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne

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