by Hélène | Apr 2, 2021 | Next Act for Women
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...
by Hélène | Mar 17, 2021 | Purpose Stories
What is your life’s purpose? Our purpose is to come alongside people wherever they are on their spiritual journey and help them take a next step that will lead to a flourishing communal life—one that is full of meaning and hope. How are you living your purpose?...
by Hélène | Jan 6, 2021 | Next Act for Women
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...
by Hélène | Dec 2, 2020 | Next Act for Women
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...
by Hélène | Sep 9, 2020 | Next Act for Women
When her friend Greg heard about her upbringing and suggested she write her memoir, Teressa took the idea seriously. It would take years of fits and starts—and developing a thick skin—for Teressa to get her book out in the world. Tell us a little about your...
