Writing a Memoir About the Risk of People Pleasing: Karen’s Story
When her son was diagnosed with a brain tumor at 11, Karen began writing about his medical odyssey, but it wasn’t until years later that she would return to her memoir, pivoting to focus on her history of people pleasing and its impact on her parenting. Tell us a...Launching a Premium Haircare Brand in Midlife: Lynn’s Story
After 30 years in advertising, culminating in a CEO position at a prestigious Madison Avenue firm, Lynn was ready to build and promote her own products. She recently launched MASAMI, a clean haircare brand that nourishes and hydrates while gently cleansing. Tell us a...Disrupting the Status Quo in Breast Cancer Screening: Leslie’s Story
A devastating diagnosis of Stage IV breast cancer at age 55 transformed Leslie’s life. She has now devoted her life to advocating for the next generation of breast cancer screening and has written about her journey in her new memoir, Probably Benign. Tell us a...Healing Veterans Through Dogs: Melissa’s Story
A call for help from a veteran was the catalyst for Melissa to take her dog training business to the next level, founding Clear Path for Veterans with the goal of connecting veterans to programs and community resources that promote social connectivity, job readiness,...Honoring her Truth, Professionally and Personally, in Midlife: Suzette’s Story
Suzette was leading what looked like a perfect life as a wife, mother, and community volunteer when she had two major epiphanies: She was a writer and editor at heart. And she was gay. She is now a book coach and is in a loving relationship with a woman. Tell us a...FOLLOW ME
