Episode 22 Judith Maynard Not having a plan could seem like the most challenging thing to face. But that's until you realize you could choose to go forward despite it – as my guest for this episode did. Judith Maynard had no idea how she would go forward in her career or even finance herself when she bought a one-way ticket to LA. But the decision, however bizarre, proved to be the best thing she ever did for herself in life. As a theatrical performer turned writer, Judith pursued a dash of creativity fearlessly, taking risks, avoiding distractions, and giving in to her dreams despite the challenging circumstances. In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, Judith sits with me to speak about her love for writing and how she materialized it with several poems and, most recently, her book – Revealing to Healing: A Poetic Journey From Wounds to Wisdom. She explains how she kept herself going while dealing with her mother's death and providing for her son, who's dealing with a mental illness, her experience living alone for the first time in 30 years, and how she cultivates a positive outlook towards even the harshest of times. Listen in! Shoutout to our Sponsor, Morgan and Co.: https://www.morganandcorealty.com Success Clues From Today's Episode ● Have faith to move forward in life: Believe that you can create something greater than your own ability.● Do not be afraid to say you don’t know something; acknowledge your weaknesses.● Be coachable.● Keep away distractions. About Judith! Judith Maynard is a theatrical artist turned poet and author. Her first book, Revealing to Healing: A Poetic Journey From Wounds to Wisdom, quickly became Amazon’s #1 book among new releases. She is currently working on her second book. Connect With Judith! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ Book – Revealing to Healing: A Poetic Journey From Wounds to Wisdom by Judith Maynard: https://www.amazon.com/Revealing-Healing-Poetic-Journey-Wounds-ebook/dp/B09VXBKQH4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2I9R4FIPW0E11&keywords=judith+maynard+revealing+to+healing&qid=1647813683&sprefix=judith+maynard+revealing+to+healing%2Caps%2C61&sr=8-1 Connect with Me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkwashington/Host: Dr. K Time Stamps [00:02] Intro[00:15] About Judith Maynard[00:42] Judith’s love for poetry and short stories[01:50] Judith’s first play and comfortability with the spotlight[02:51] From plays to writing: How Judith started a business in Detroit called the Shine Queen and how her life transcended for the best after that[04:51] Starting a business with police officers – the whole police department[07:03] How a creative mind + risk-taking attitude opened for Judith the doors to her second business and how the transition was like[08:57] Buying a one-way ticket to LA and holding onto her faith to see the path unfold itself to her[10:11] Taking care of her son while he battles mental illness and keeping on moving despite not having a plan in life[12:35] Living by herself for the first time in 30 years and what the experience feels like. Judith shares how she started with writing poetry and how she got the number 1 place on new releases on Amazon by simply not giving up on her goals[15:12] Receiving a contract of 23 pages from the first publishing company that accepted her manuscript and why she suggests you consult a lawyer for such lengthy contracts[16:16] Staying focused no matter what happens, no matter what others say[18:10] How to rid yourself of distractions, overcome the fear of being alone, and how the creative spirit takes over once you do that[20:11] Learning to use the computer as someone who had no idea about it[21:51] Dealing with her mom’s death and keeping herself going with a winning attitude[23:02]Judith’s process of writing the book[24:25] What Revealing to Healing: A Poetic Journey From Wounds to Wisdom talks about: healing from trauma, achieving success and building confidence while throwing light on the state of the underprivileged in society[26:04] Judith reads out her poem to us[28:48] Judith explains why writing her book was therapeutic[29:47] Facing your fear to win in life, being honest with yourself, talking about your pain[32:01] You can be scared but still choose to keep moving[33:07] Success Clues from today's episode How about you start your day with a powerful dose of encouragement and motivation to fuel your entrepreneurial spirit? Connect with me and my mentor, David Shands, and hundreds of inspiring entrepreneurs like yourself on The Morning Meetup -- every Monday to Friday at 8 am! Join The Morning Meetup: https://davidshands.samcart.com/products/the-morning-meetup-7-day-trial#/successleavescluespodcast KW Used: risk takingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
