This is the fourth post in a twenty-post series blogging challenge.
The challenge for this post was to interview someone that my readers would find interesting. I’ve chosen a dear colleague from the University of South Florida's education faculty, Dr. Lora Kosten, about her book A Handbook for Positive Living A Through Z. Dr. Kosten’s interview is provided below. I hope you will check out her book!
Interview Questions: A Handbook for Positive Living A Through Z
Without summarizing it in any way, what would you say your book is about?
This book is about transforming your life through Positive Living. Many times, when we think of improving our lives, we think of only diet and exercise. This book helps address ways of thinking to see things through a positive lens, use mistakes as stepping stones for growth, find balance and peace of mind, and take small steps that can become a part of a daily repertoire for Positive Living.
Without explaining why and without naming other authors or books, can you discuss the various influences on your book?
My holistic counselor: Dr. Dolores Seymour was most influential. Louise Hay, Wayne Dyer and Tony Robbins too.
Without using complete sentences, can you describe what was going on in your life as you wrote this book?
Crohn’s Disease… Dr. Seymour’s Inspiration…Positive Thinking…Changing My Perspective…Taking Action…Sharing Timeless Strategies with Others…
What are some words you despise that have been used to describe your writing by readers and/or reviewers?
I do not appreciate profanity or inappropriate language, but I feel that everyone has the right to an opinion. It is important not to take things personally and to see what can be learned from comments made. If it doesn’t speak to me then I can just let it go.
If you could choose a career besides writing (irrespective of schooling requirements and/or talent) what would it be?
I am a teacher at heart and it is my hope that this book will help others acquire skills and strategies to make their lives more meaningful.
What craft elements do you think are your strong suit, and what would you like to be better at?
This book takes on Positive Living themes from alphabetized words A through Z. Each chapter addresses a theme and has assignments for reflective activities. These activities cause the reader to process the information and apply it. One does not have to read this book in any sequence which makes it an ideal resource to have on hand. The elements and craft relate to the book’s themes and the assignments to help the reader address different strategies.
How do you contend with the hubris of thinking anyone has or should have any interest in what you have to say about anything?
Chapter One conveys the importance of doing what is “right for you.” This book may be right for some but not for others, and that is ok. It plants seeds to help readers expand their repertoire for self-care and holistic wellness. People may take those seeds and do what is best for them.
Namaste,
Lora
You can read an excerpt or order a copy of Dr. Kosten’s book A Handbook for Positive Living A Through Z.
Interview questions are from: https://lithub.com/what-ive-learned-interviewing-almost-300-writers-over-seven-years/
The original challenge is from Writer’s Write.
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