We talked with author/screenwriter Lucy V Hay about mental health and overcoming the past. Find Lucy at Bang2Write.com where she shares invaluable tips and masterclasses on writing!
In addition, we talk about Jack Handey, our first rejection, sweaters, and yogurt.
On the bookshelf
To purchase your own autographed copy of Jack Handey’s MY FUNNY COWBOY DANCE go to: https://deepthoughtsbyjackhandey.com/…
To read Jon Meyers interview with Jack Handey, go to jonmeyersscripts.com/blog or filmicthepage.wordpress.com
Call to Action
Ask yourself, “What’s the worst that can happen?” Then…”What’s the likelihood of that actually happening?” For more details, see: 01:01:30
NOTES
00:00 We Are Writing A Book!
01:00 Sensitivity Notice: This episode contains sensitive topics such as mental health crises, suicide ideation, and homicide. That said, the ultimate takeaway is filled with hope, healing, and encouragement. And stay tuned, we promise there’s more to come.
01:50 Introduction Our first guest rejection. Vow renewal. Emily, Janice, and David (and others) met up and wrote alongside each other – which begs the question: Do they (ahem) Write Better Together?
14:32 VIEWER RESPONSE Morgan and Kayla Stevens fly to Ireland and buy Aran sweaters! Emily is a #SweaterInfluencer.
19:22 Author Lucy V Hay from Devon, England is our guest #BigIdea: Making Your Mental Health Work For You “Your name is now in rooms you have yet to talk into.” — Lucy V Hay
26:35 Distancing Yourself From Trauma
33:30 Finding Yourself Standing Up For Yourself
38:00 Your Well-Being Impacts Your Storytelling Finding The Right Therapist
46:30 Overcoming The Dread Of Living Cancer Tell Your Story: There’s Life On The Other Side
50:19 Narcissists and Control
55:00 A Parenting Book Someday? Writing Longhand?
56:45 Lucy’s Powers of Perception Observing, Examining, and Researching ADHD
01:01:30 CALL TO ACTION: What’s The Worst That Can Happen? Then… What’s The Likelihood Of That Actually Happening?
01:07:30#HeyJonMeyers What Is Emily Cooking? (It’s alive!)
01:12:43 Like, Subscribe, Follow
01:13:26 THE FINAL ACT: Name the babies, call the race, and pick a winner! Please, no wagering.
01:21:14 We Couldn’t Have Done It Without You!
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