Lindsey Kane Leaverton turned heartache, pain, shame and guilt due to growing up gay in a strictly Christian evangelical community, into gifts to share with the world. And it's all in her book, "Not another Self Help Book, Finding Gifts in the Midst of Life's Sh*t."

• Personal stories make her book relatable and powerful in an era dominated by AI-generated content.
• Audience: Women in their 30s to 50s, particularly overwhelmed moms juggling multiple responsibilities.
• Discusses chronic pain and the journey to understanding its roots in unresolved trauma. Pain caused by repressing her authentic self as a gay woman.
• Transformation through healing: moving from an adversarial relationship with pain to one of curiosity and growth.
• The struggle with personal identity as gay in a conservative Christian evangelical community and the pivotal moment of coming out.
• The shock and trauma of being rejected by everyone (except her parents). Even her songs and records were returned by the box load to languish in her garage.
• The book writing process: A meditative calling during the pandemic, evolving from a chronic pain focus to broader life lessons.

About the Book:

"Not Another Self-Help Book" stands out with interactive elements like coloring pages and QR codes linking to songs that correspond with each chapter.

Where to Connect and Find the Book:

Website: https://www.notanotherselfhelpbook.com

Available on Amazon

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Caryl's Closing Thoughts:

A reminder to visit https: www.writethebookinsideyou.com for additional writing resources.

A virtual hug and a nudge to keep pursuing your writing journey.

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The Art of the Podcast Power Pitch with today's guest Adrian Moreno, aims to show Authors & Coaches how to get booked on more than 10-20 podcasts a month without having to fork out thousands of dollars on a booking agency.

"Podcast Guesting For Profits" is Adrian Moreno's course.
And he spills the secrets of his success to Cary Westmore in this interview.

Have you ever wondered how some authors and coaches get featured on all the right podcasts? 🤔 It's not just luck—it's an art! And today, I'm excited to share the secrets behind crafting a pitch that gets you heard. 🎧

Adrian Moreno, a hypnotherapist turned successful entrepreneur, has harnessed the power of podcast pitching to tell his story and boost his business into a quarter of a million dollar success story within 18 months of being broke.

He now shares his unique approach to captivating podcast hosts and their audiences for writers and authors to make more impact and profit.

Adrian's Insight on Crafting a Compelling Pitch

Adrian believes in the simple but powerful concept of winning two seconds at a time in a short loom video with your pitch. By immediately engaging someone with their own name and weaving a compelling narrative, you can incrementally earn their attention until they're invested in your story—and, by extension, in what you have to offer.

From Fitness Coach to Storyselling Hypnotherapist

Adrian's journey wasn't always smooth. As a fitness coach in 2018, he had a personal victory of losing a hundred pounds, which became his initial success story. However, a series of poor financial decisions left him with only $3,000 to his name. This low point impacted his confidence, making it difficult to acquire clients and almost sinking his business.

A Turning Point through Hypnotherapy

Despite the challenges, Adrian's skills in hypnotherapy became his saving grace. He recounts how a satisfied client invited him to a mastermind group to conduct a hypnotherapy session, which led to a rapid and unexpected increase in clientele and a considerable boost in income, proving the effectiveness of his methods.

Adrian's Philosophy: Storytelling

Adrian emphasizes the importance of storytelling—or "storyselling," as Caryl dubs it — in pitches and marketing. By sharing compelling stories that resonate with your audience, you connect with them on a deeper level, which can ultimately lead to business growth and success. And guaranteed profits when you follow up with the right email campaigns.

Become a profitable and awesome PODCAST GUEST...Let Adrian guide you at: Profitable Podcast Guest
And download his free gift of more than 1600 podcasts you can pitch today.

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Host: Caryl

• Guest: Gin Stephens, Author & Intermittent Fasting Advocate

Bullet Points:

1. Introduction to Gin Stephens:
   • Bestselling author of "Fast. Feast. Repeat." and "Delay, Don't Deny."
   • Over 500,000 followers in her Facebook groups.
   • Her books offer insights into staying fit and healthy for a lifetime...especially pertinent for authors, writers and creatives.
2. Gin's Transition from Teacher to IF (Intermittent Fasting) Expert:
   • A 28-year teaching career transitioned into leading the intermittent fasting (IF) movement.
   • Personal weight struggle until her late 40s, leading to IF as a sustainable solution.
   • Lost over 80 pounds since 2014 and has maintained weight, even through menopause.
3. Intermittent Fasting Explained:
   • IF is not about what to eat, but when to eat.
   • It taps into fat stores for energy, improving metabolic flexibility.
   • Gin suggests starting with an eight-hour eating window, like 12 pm to 8 pm.
4. Benefits of IF for Creatives:
   • Fasting leads to ketone production, providing mental clarity and enhanced focus.
   • Autophagy during fasting contributes to cellular cleanup and overall health.
   • Writers and creatives can benefit from prolonged focus and energy from IF practices.
5. Gin's Writing Process and New Book "Cleanish":
   • Gin authored her latest book while fasting, leveraging mental clarity from ketosis.
   • "Cleanish" promotes mostly clean eating and living, stemming from her son's reactions to food additives.
6. Clean Fasting Goals:
   • Aim to keep insulin levels low to encourage fat burning.
   • Avoid anything sweet-tasting during fasting to prevent insulin spikes.
   • Stick to plain water, black coffee, and plain tea to maintain autophagy.
7. Gin's Impact and Community:
   • Hundreds of thousands have been influenced by her books and millions by her podcasts.
   • Encourages others to share their stories, create content, and engage in the IF lifestyle.
8. Final Thoughts for Creatives according to Gin:
   • Embrace the imperfection in the creative process.
   • When it comes to writing your book: "just do it"—don't let the pursuit of perfection hinder progress.
9. Connecting with Gin:
   • Find more about Gin and her work at www.ginstephens.com
   • Explore the IF community for support and guidance in IF practices.

Closing Remark:
Gin Stephens' journey from a teacher to a fasting advocate exemplifies the transformative power of intermittent fasting not just for weight loss, but for enhancing creativity, focus, and overall well-being,

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