With less than $100 and no place to call home, Dr. Lana Wynn Scroggins had to get creative when God called her to move on from nannying.  

In this video, you will learn: 

1. Dr. Lana Wynn Scroggins' newest project of helping children become coauthors in books with her 

2. The difficult events Scroggins has experienced and how they have made her into the person she is today 

3. The advice Scroggins has for people who are going through a similar struggle as she has experienced  

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Connect with Dr. Lana: https://givingjesus.com/ https://yourauthorhub.com/ 

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When Robyn Roste lost her way, she had to make a choice: continue down the path of least resistance or return to her values and what she was passionate about. In this episode, you will learn: 1. The importance of understanding and clarifying one's why 2. The value in being authentically yourself when marketing 3. The benefit of using a content calendar to map out a plan for marketing Resources: Thanks for listening! If you found this helpful, leave a comment, subscribe, and share with a friend. Find out more about Robyn here: https://robynroste.com/ Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthl.snyder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruthlsnyder YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RuthLSnyder Twitter: https://twitter.com/RuthLSnyder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthlsnyder/ Website: https://ruthlsnyder.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating!

"From the beginning, we recognized a need to choose. Our first choice was: would we let our circumstances defeat us or would we choose to make the most of our situation?" - Diana Derringer Diana Derringer is a writer and international ministry worker. She is passionate about sharing the message of hope and joy that is possible when people turn to Jesus in faith. Diana has written Christian radio dramas that are broadcast in numerous languages around the world.

This is Diana Derringer's story...

I'm Diana Derringer, and I love sharing the message of hope that's possible when people turn to Jesus in faith. I've been through some tough times in my life – my husband was diagnosed with a brain tumor and later suffered a stroke, heart attack, and fall with a severe brain injury – but through it all, I've learned to rely on God's never-changing nature, not my ever-changing emotions. I would encourage others who are going through tough times to do the same – to embrace God's love and promises, even when they can't see or feel them. Trust that God will carry you through every difficulty and that He can use even the worst circumstances to bring good into your life. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How Diana Derringer chose joy after her husband was diagnosed with a brain tumor and then experienced a stroke, heart attack, and fall with a severe brain injury 2. How Diana's writing has opened doors for her to reach more people than she could have through international mission trips 3. How God can use the worst of our circumstances to bring good out of them Resources: Thanks for listening! If you found this helpful, leave a comment, subscribe, and share with a friend. Diana's Website: https://dianaderringer.com/ Other episodes you'll enjoy: 1. From Suicidal Alcoholic to Mentor & Preacher (MaryAnn Ward) https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/z4FpySST7ub

2. The Power of Forgiveness (Debra Butterfield) https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/cF7Q9jYT7ub

3. From Depression to Writing & Advocacy (Kristy Mickelsen) https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/RVak0O0T7ub Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthl.snyder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruthlsnyder YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RuthLSnyder Twitter: https://twitter.com/RuthLSnyder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthlsnyder/ Website: https://ruthlsnyder.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating!

Donika Gunther is a teacher with a passion for mindfulness who, after years of struggle, has found strength, resilience, and determination to help others.

In this podcast, you will learn: 1. How Donika's struggles have made her stronger and opened doors for her 2. The importance of self-care and investing in yourself 3. The power of gratitude, and kindness Resources: Mindfulness With a Purpose - https://donikagunther.com/ Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthl.snyder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruthlsnyder YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RuthLSnyder Twitter: https://twitter.com/RuthLSnyder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthlsnyder/ Website: https://ruthlsnyder.com

Loved this episode?Leave us a review and rating Here is an overview of everything in this video: [00:00:10] - Danika is visiting choices from struggle to strength today. [00:00:23] - Denika cancels her classes because she wants to focus more on emotional social support. [00:02:18] - In Albania. She was born in a family of six kids. She lost three brothers and has two sisters. [00:08:36] - She was recognized by the International Society of Female Professionals for her service and by the Governor of Pennsylvania for her work ethic. [00:11:43] - In her business mindfulness with a purpose. She shares her advice on how to deal with life's struggles and how to find the right people to cheer you up. [00:18:27] - Donika travels a lot and advises people to follow their dreams and not chase money. [00:24:15] - Ruth L. Snyder is a book coach who helps entrepreneurs write, publish and profit from their books.

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in a rut, trying to do everything on your own and not getting the results you want? You're not alone. So many entrepreneurs and multi-passionate people have been told that they need to "hustle" and "grind". Tereza did what she was told and ended up in an abusive marriage with a job she did not enjoy...until she made powerful choices.

"I learned from a very, very wise person that if every day you wake up and you start the day better and better, and it's just 1% every little bit every day, that's great." Tereza Roux is a wine and food lover, hospitality professional, and self-proclaimed "positivity warrior" who has turned her struggles into strength. A self-proclaimed "multipassionate" person, Tereza has a wide range of interests and is always looking for new ways to add value to her life and the lives of others. This is Tereza Roux's story... Tereza Roux struggled with finding her passion and feeling fulfilled in her career. She went through a divorce and experienced many challenges in her life. However, she found strength in her community and in herself. Today, she is grateful for her struggles and uses them as lessons to help others. In this week's episode featuring Tereza Roux and I cover: 1. The importance of community and finding support from those who will lift you up. 2. The power of positive thinking and using affirmative statements to change your mindset. 3. The importance of being honest with yourself and others in order to create authentic relationships.

"Maryann Ward is a woman who has been through struggles and come out stronger because of them." In this episode, you will learn: 1. What it's like when people step into their destiny 2. HowMaryann Ward overcame her struggles with addiction and mental illness 3. How Ruth Snyder helps entrepreneurs write, publish and profit from their books Here's a breakdown of what is covered: [00:00:09] - Maryann ward welcome. [00:00:29] - What is Maryann's passion? [00:02:21] - Dealing with internal struggles. [00:04:21] - Choices to make. [00:11:32] - Because of my struggles I am a stronger person. [00:12:54] - Advice for people who may be struggling with addiction. [00:16:16] - One last thing — about marketing after the pandemic. [00:20:23] - Learn from your own mistakes or learn from others.

Resources: Thanks for listening! If you found this helpful, leave a comment, subscribe, and share with a friend. https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/oejWP2PLZtb

Connect with Maryann: https://maward.ca

Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthl.snyder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruthlsnyder YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RuthLSnyder Twitter: https://twitter.com/RuthLSnyder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthlsnyder/ Website: https://ruthlsnyder.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/oejWP2PLZtb

Deborah L. Butterfield is a writer, editor, and publishing consultant. She is the author of several books, including the best-selling "How to Write and Market Your Book." She has been blogging at Motivational Editor.com since 2012. This is Debra L. Butterfield's story... Debra L. Butterfield is passionate about helping writers get published and to become better writers. She found a Facebook group online that helped her learn some of the ins and outs of the publishing world, and now she wants to pay it forward and help other writers learn the things that she has learned. Debra's husband was sexually abusing her daughter. She had a new job, a new marriage, and a new baby. Her husband was taken to jail and her son torched the house. Debra worked at Focus on the Family and they helped her to heal. After her husband was released from jail, Debra forgave him. She also forgave her daughter who had lashed out at her and blamed her more for the problem than her stepdad. She had no contact with In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. How Debra L. Butterfield helps writers get published and become better writers. 2. Debra's story of overcoming abuse and finding healing and forgiveness. 3. Debra's tips on writing and marketing for writers. Resources: Thanks for listening! If you found this helpful, leave a comment, subscribe, and share with a friend. https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/oejWP2PLZtb

Connect with Debra: http://www.themotivationaleditor.com/           Chapter Summaries: [00:00:10] - Debra L. Butterfield and Ruth L. Snyder are here today. [00:00:25] - Debra is passionate about helping writers get published and to become better writers. She found a Facebook group online that helped her learn some of the ins and outs. She wants to pay it forward and help other writers learn the things that she has learned. [00:01:33] - Debra's husband was sexually abusing her daughter. She had a new job, a new marriage, and a new baby. Her husband was taken to jail and her son torched the house. Frida worked at Focus on the Family and they helped her to heal. [00:07:54] - There was a time when she was a stay-at-home mom, and she didn't journal or do anything to work through some of the issues that she was dealing with. She didn't come to focus on a family until three years after it all started. Several women from the church were supportive for the most part. [00:09:43] - After her husband was released from jail. She forgave him. She also forgave her daughter who had lashed out at her and blamed her more for the problem than her stepdad. She had no contact with her husband for 4 years after he was released. [00:13:08] - Debra is a writer and an editor. She wanted to be a writer for many years but couldn't find a job. She took a job at Focus on the Family and wrote her first book in 2006. In 2015, she revised it and re-titled it. [00:15:20] - Debra shares her tips on how to start writing and marketing. She recommends building an email list and reaching out to people via email. The best way to contact her is through her website, Motivational Editorcom. She has been blogging there since 2012. Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthl.snyder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruthlsnyder YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RuthLSnyder Twitter: https://twitter.com/RuthLSnyder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthlsnyder/ Website: https://ruthlsnyder.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/oejWP2PLZtb

Billy Dees encourages others to be kind and shares his journey in audio and video production. In this video, you will learn: 1. Billy Dees' background in audio and video production, and his passion for photography. 2. Billy Dees' experience with personal financial struggles, and the advice he has for others in the same situation. 3. The Twitter space that Billy Dees and his friends have created, and the various ways that people can connect with him. Resources: Thanks for listening! If you found this helpful, leave a comment, subscribe, and share with a friend. Connect with Billy Dees: linktr.ee/BillyDees

Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthl.snyder/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruthlsnyder YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RuthLSnyder Twitter: https://twitter.com/RuthLSnyder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthlsnyder/ Website: https://ruthlsnyder.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dyoPzJEQtiVbP4ycNtOE5 Here is an overview of everything in this video: [00:00:09] - Ruth is happy to have Billy Dees with her today. [00:00:25] - He likes to incorporate some kind of a cause into his work when he's working with an author. [00:02:53] -  Billy a business that he started when he was 20 years old. [00:06:47] - There was a time when he was in debt and he had to decide whether to declare bankruptcy or liquidate his assets. [00:10:32] - Billy talks about his complicated relationship with his father who suffered from PTSD. [00:12:44] - In his day job, Billy got involved in electronic sales and learned a lot about marketing, which he's applying to. What he's doing now? [00:13:47] - According to Billy, the worst thing to do when you are in debt is to keep looking at the numbers. [00:16:34] - Billy and his friends have their own Twitter Space.

Graciela Moore is an English major who waited 20 years to move to the United States and shares her story of how hope propelled her forward. In this video, you will learn: 1. How to be productive while waiting for something you want 2. How hope can lead to unexpected opportunities 3. How a difficult journey can lead to strength and growth Resources: Connect with Graciela here: https://somcoaching.com/about-som/ The Hope Series: https://somcoaching.com/hope/

Connect with me: Connect with Ruth here: https://ruthlsnyder.com

Book a FREE Strategy Session on writing, publishing and marketing here: https://calendly.com/ruthlsnyder/30min?back=1&month=2022-09 Here is an overview of everything in this podcast: [00:00:10] - Ruth is the host of Choices: from struggle to strength. [00:00:32] - Graciela wanted to move from Puerto Rico at the age of 6 to the US. It happened when she was 27. [00:03:47] - Graciela wanted to learn English as soon as she was three years old. [00:07:04] - When she was a senior, Graciela considered different options. She majored in English literature and minored in film. [00:09:47] - In July 2020, she was asked to present a talk about hope in Christ at her church. [00:13:48] - Graciela went into real estate because she wants to work for herself. [00:19:24] - She didn't grow up in a safe environment and she experienced failure after failure in relationships. [00:28:13] - Graciela can't talk to her family in Puerto Rico without speaking Spanish.

Kristy Mickelsen, a mother of two autistic children, moves back in with her father after he is diagnosed with kidney cancer and is challenged by her son to write books.  

In this video, you will learn: 

1. How to be clear about who your audience is when writing a book 

2. How to deal with stress and how to help others who are going through the same situation 

3. How to reach out and ask for help if you are depressed or suicidal  

Resources: 

Questions that Can Save a Life: https://cssrs.columbia.edu/wp-content/uploads/Community-Card-Parents-2022.pdf  

SUICIDE HOTLINES: Canada 1-833-456- 4566 USA 988 1-800-273-8255 

Kristy's Website: https://www.kristymickelsen.com/  

Connect with Ruth: 

Ruth's Website: https://ruthlsnyder.com/  

Book a FREE 30 minute consultation with Ruth: https://calendly.com/ruthlsnyder/30min?back=1&month=2022-09  

Here is an overview of everything in this video: 

[00:00:09] - Ruth L. Snyder advises clients to be clear about who their audience is and to research the market before writing their next book.  

[00:02:10] - Ruth L. Snyder welcomes you to Choices from Struggle to Strength.  

[00:03:16] - In 2004, Kristy's father was diagnosed with a kidney disorder.  [00:06:01] - According to Kristy, her struggle with depression has made her a stronger person.  

[00:07:54] - Kristy's daughter with autism and her father with cancer have opened a lot of doors for her.  [00:09:22] - Kristy is available to listen and walk through problems with people.  

[00:11:27] - Kristy lost her fiancee to suicide, her cousin to suicide, and talked her autistic son out of suicide.