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Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and anyone navigating life after divorce, burnout, or big transitions. If you're ready to shed cultural expectations, reconnect with your true self, and put your joy first—you’re in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy talks with Laura G. Patac, aa seasoned leader and creative storyteller on a mission to help others own and share the stories that shaped them.

They explore:

•  The inner critic, perfectionism, and the fear of getting it wrong
•  Why women often hesitate to share their stories—and what shifts when they do
•  How writing can help you process, heal, and show up more fully in your own life

This is a powerful conversation for anyone ready to stop hiding and start honoring their story, on the page and beyond.

Connect with Laura:

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LinkedIn -DM #sayyestoyourselfpodcast to her on LinkedIn to get The Story Framework

Referenced in this Episode:

On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen

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