Join me as I talk with Janet Simpson, a family relationship therapist, dating mentor, and sex talk educator! Janet brings over 20 years of education and experience to the table, blending deep professional expertise with her personal journey. In this episode, we explore Janet's transformation from being a "sexual mute" to a champion of sex positivity, as she embarks on the exciting journey of writing her memoir.
Today we dive into the art of memoir writing. We discuss the importance of beginning with transformational life events, like Janet's adoption, to create a narrative filled with emotional depth and learning. Janet shares her strategies for overcoming body shame and understanding intimacy patterns, offering listeners actionable insights to apply in their own lives.
For aspiring writers, we explore the importance of establishing a consistent writing habit, akin to maintaining good sleep hygiene. Janet finds morning writing sessions paired with meditation to be most productive, and we discuss setting small, manageable writing goals to maintain motivation and avoid burnout. We also tackle the challenges of writing and organizing a book, highlighting the importance of balancing new content creation with revisiting and editing previous work. Janet shares her approach to incorporating quotes and additional content, while maintaining her unique voice and expertise.
Finally, we delve into essential publishing strategies, emphasizing the importance of transforming expertise into a professionally published book that aligns with one's brand. We wrap up the episode with a special invitation to take Janet's free quiz, designed to help individuals understand their love patterns and foster healthier relationships.
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(00:01) - Navigating Writing and Publishing Your Book
(09:06) - Crafting a Memoir
(17:22) - Developing a Consistent Writing Habit
(24:49) - Writing Guidance and Book Development
(32:10) - Crafting Your Published Book Success
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