Podcast appearances and mentions of laura munson

Why is the sky blue? Why do only birds get to fly? Is there a God? And if so, why does God let bad things happen? Why do people die? It's natural for children to ask questions, big and small. But too often, adults brush off such questions as an annoyance, or scold kids for being rude, or even respond to their asking with punishment. When that happens, many children stop asking and grow up to become adults who believe it's safer to stay quiet and squelch their inherent, and essential, sense of wonder.A deeply personal memoir and richly insightful, empowering guide, THE WILD WHY interweaves stories, awakenings, and lessons with teachings, exercises of exploration, and calls to action for the reader to find their own wild why. At the heart of it all is wonder. What is wonder anyway? As Laura Munson explains, wonder is what even cynics feel and think when they see a rainbow: curiosity mixed with awe. And because the experience is universal, wonder drives empathy.Following Laura Munson's evolution as a writer and a wonderer through life's unexpected turns, including success and divorce, THE WILD WHY also welcomes readers to come along on her travels to wonderful places all over the world. From the woods of Montana, to a hammam in Morocco, to hill towns in Mexico and Tuscany, to an ancient stone circle in Ireland…we revel in what she receives: the ability to surrender, the power of kindness, and a greater appreciation for life's mysteries, the universe, others, and, yes, herself.  THE WILD WHY affirms a universal truth - as Laura Munson attests: “We're all creative! Every act of living is creative. Every step we take, every choice we make, every word that comes out of our mouth—it's all an act of creation!” What could be more wonderful than that?            Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

What if the secret to rediscovering your creativity, your empathy, and even your joy was something you were born with—but lost along the way? In this episode, bestselling author Laura Munson talks about her newest book, The Wild Why, and the journey back to wonder. From the forests of Montana to ancient stone circles in Ireland, Laura's personal stories and teachings invite us to pause, reflect, and reconnect with our inner voice. She shares the truth behind our creative blocks and the myth that we're "not creative"—stories we've absorbed over time but don't have to believe. We also explore why wonder matters, not just for personal fulfillment but for building empathy and a more compassionate society. Laura opens up about her own challenges, including divorce and life transitions, and how they shaped her understanding of inner kindness, creativity, and self-expression. Whether you're juggling work, parenting, or just trying to get through the day, The Wild Why offers a compassionate call to stop in the moment, take a breath, and ask “what if?” again. #TheWildWhy #LauraMunson #BooksThatMakeYou #SelfHelp #Creativity #WritingLife #Wonder

New York Times bestselling author Laura Munson spoke to me about her acclaimed writing retreats, building a bridge to readers, and bringing wonder back into our lives with her latest THE WILD WHY. Laura Munson is the New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of the novel Willa's Grove and the memoir This Is Not The Story You Think It Is. She is also an editor and Founder of the top-ranked Haven Writing Retreats. Her new book is THE WILD WHY: Stories and Teachings to Uncover Your Wonder. A Maria Shriver Sunday Paper Pick, “For fans of Brené Brown's Daring Greatly, Glennon Doyle's Untamed, and Elizabeth Gilbert's Big Magic, this illuminating self-help tool is the perfect book for anyone who yearns to rekindle their own voice.” Laura has been featured or published in Vanity Fair, Elle, Redbook, Time, Newsweek, The New York Times' “Modern Love” column, The New York Times Magazine, O, The Oprah Magazine, and many others. She has appeared on Good Morning America, The Early Show, WGN, NPR, London's This Morning, Australia's Sunrise, and other global media outlets. [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Laura Munson and I discussed: How to rekindle your true voice Why we lose wonder in our worried world Her life's journey to live in her truth The importance of finding radical empathy How to eradicate the “tortured artist” pattern And a lot more! Show Notes: lauramunson.com The Wild Why: Stories and Teachings to Uncover Your Wonder by Laura Munson (Amazon) Laura Munson on Facebook Laura Munson on Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is the sky blue? Why do only birds get to fly? Is there a God? And if so, why does God let bad things happen? Why do people die? It's natural for children to ask questions, big and small. But too often, adults brush off such questions as an annoyance, or scold kids for being rude, or even respond to their asking with punishment. When that happens, many children stop asking and grow up to become adults who believe it's safer to stay quiet and squelch their inherent, and essential, sense of wonder.A deeply personal memoir and richly insightful, empowering guide, THE WILD WHY interweaves stories, awakenings, and lessons with teachings, exercises of exploration, and calls to action for the reader to find their own wild why. At the heart of it all is wonder. What is wonder anyway? As Laura Munson explains, wonder is what even cynics feel and think when they see a rainbow: curiosity mixed with awe. And because the experience is universal, wonder drives empathy.Following Laura Munson's evolution as a writer and a wonderer through life's unexpected turns, including success and divorce, THE WILD WHY also welcomes readers to come along on her travels to wonderful places all over the world. From the woods of Montana, to a hammam in Morocco, to hill towns in Mexico and Tuscany, to an ancient stone circle in Ireland…we revel in what she receives: the ability to surrender, the power of kindness, and a greater appreciation for life's mysteries, the universe, others, and, yes, herself.  THE WILD WHY affirms a universal truth - as Laura Munson attests: “We're all creative! Every act of living is creative. Every step we take, every choice we make, every word that comes out of our mouth—it's all an act of creation!” What could be more wonderful than that?            Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

In this podcast, Lynne Spriggs O'Connor, debut author of "Elk Love: A Montana Memoir," talks about transformation, renewal and how nature can heal. Podcast host: Bestselling author Laura Munson. Learn more about The Women's Eye Online Magazine and Podcast: Website: https://www.thewomenseye.com/  ========================================== Subscribe to The Women's Eye YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheWomensEye ========================================== Learn More About Lynne Spriggs O'Connor:  Website:  lynneoconnorauthorcom https://lynneoconnorauthor.com/ Facebook: @lynneoconnorauthor https://www.facebook.com/lynneoconnorauthor Instagram: @lynnesoconnor https://www.instagram.com/lynnesoconnor/ Learn More About Host Laura Munson https://lauramunson.com/ ========================================== The Women's Eye Books: 1. 20 Women Changemakers: https://amzn.to/306MAce 2. 20 Women Storytellers: https://amzn.to/3pohetF ========================================== Connect with Us: Get the Latest Updates from The Women's Eye: https://www.thewomenseye.com/subscribe/ LIKE The Women's Eye on FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/TheWomensEye/ FOLLOW The Women's Eye on TWITTER:   https://twitter.com/thewomenseye/ FOLLOW MORE on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thewomenseye/ ========================================== Disclaimer: Links in the description are typically affiliate links  that let you help support the channel at no extra cost.  ========================================== 

A lively discussion with two bestselling authors, TWE host Laura Munson and Natalie Jenner who talks about giving up on writing for 10 years, reinventing herself and what brought her back to write two bestselling historical fiction novels, The Jane Austen Society and Bloomsbury Girls, and now her latest book, “Every Time We Say Goodbye,” which takes us to the movie sets of postwar Italy and captures the human spirit of her characters in the midst of love, loss, art and intrigue. ========================================== Learn More about The Women's Eye Online Magazine and Podcast: Website: https://www.thewomenseye.com/  ========================================== Subscribe to The Women's Eye YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheWomensEye ========================================== Learn More About Natalie Jenner:  Website:  https://www.nataliejenner.com/ Instagram: authornataliejenner https://www.instagram.com/authornataliejenner/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/NatalieMJenner   Learn More About Host Laura Munson https://lauramunson.com/ ========================================== The Women's Eye Books: 1. 20 Women Changemakers: https://amzn.to/306MAce 2. 20 Women Storytellers: https://amzn.to/3pohetF ========================================== Connect with Us: Get the Latest Updates from The Women's Eye: https://www.thewomenseye.com/subscribe/ LIKE The Women's Eye on FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/TheWomensEye/ FOLLOW The Women's Eye on TWITTER:   https://twitter.com/thewomenseye/ FOLLOW MORE on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thewomenseye/ ========================================== Disclaimer: Links in the description are typically affiliate links  that let you help support the channel at no extra cost.  ========================================== 

Does finding love in a small town only happen in rom-coms? Have you “been there, done that” when it comes to where you live? Nancy chats with best-selling author Laura Munson, who recently found big love in a small Montana town. Small dating pools are tough at any stage of life, but when you live in a place you've known for years, it can be even harder. In today's episode, Nancy is joined by Laura Munson, NYT best-selling author and founder of the Haven Writing Retreat in Whitefish, Montana (where Nancy spent two wonderful weeks last year).  Laura talks about what it's like to be in the middle of life and dating in a small town. Spoiler alert: It starts with believing in your own love story, no matter what obstacles you may be facing. Over time, Laura learned how to cast a wide net in a small pool. She says first, she had to get crystal clear on what she wanted (and what she didn't want) to finally find the love she was looking for. Like with most things, your approach to dating changes as the years go by. It's easy to push dating to the side when you've got a busy, full life, and that's what Laura thought until she met her perfect match at just the right moment. The secret? Staying true to herself along the way. Nancy and Laura unpack why it's so important to understand the “why” behind your romantic motivation. Staying authentic and true to yourself is the best way to attract love, no matter who you are or where you live.  “You have to connect with yourself first, to know what you want to connect to. Then, inside a loving relationship, you can grow.” 

Aime Alley Card shares the epic story of The Tigerbelles, the Olympic legends who, as an all-Black women's track team from Tennessee State, broke through sports and socio-political barriers and found glory against all odds at the 1960 games in Rome. Host: Laura Munson. ========================================== Learn More about The Women's Eye Online Magazine and Podcast: Website: https://www.thewomenseye.com/  ========================================== Subscribe to The Women's Eye YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheWomensEye ========================================== Learn More About Aime Card:  Website: https://www.aimecard.com/ Learn More About Host Laura Munson https://lauramunson.com/ ========================================== The Women's Eye Books: 1. 20 Women Changemakers: https://amzn.to/306MAce 2. 20 Women Storytellers: https://amzn.to/3pohetF ========================================== Connect with Us: Get the Latest Updates from The Women's Eye: https://www.thewomenseye.com/subscribe/ LIKE The Women's Eye on FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/TheWomensEye/ FOLLOW The Women's Eye on TWITTER:   https://twitter.com/thewomenseye/ FOLLOW MORE on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thewomenseye/ ========================================== Disclaimer: Links in the description are typically affiliate links  that let you help support the channel at no extra cost.  ========================================== 

Laura Carney, author of "My Father's List," talks about completing her Dad's bucket list and how living his dreams set her free. TWE Podcast host: Laura Munson.  LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WOMEN'S EYE PODCAST AND ONLINE MAGAZINE: The Women's Eye Website: https://www.thewomenseye.com/ ========================================== Subscribe to The Women's Eye YouTube Channel 
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Dana Killion, author of the memoir Where the Shadows Dance, talks about how to recover from family trauma, turmoil and someone else's addiction with host Laura Munson. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WOMEN'S EYE PODCAST AND ONLINE MAGAZINE: The Women's Eye Website: https://www.thewomenseye.com/ ========================================== Subscribe to The Women's Eye YouTube Channel
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Dr. Tanmeet Sethi, author of Joy is My Justice, talks about how to rediscover joy as a practice for healing with TWE host Laura Munson. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WOMEN'S EYE PODCAST AND ONLINE MAGAZINE: WEBSITE: https://www.thewomenseye.com/ ========================================== SUBSCRIBE to The Women's Eye YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/TheWomensEye ========================================== THE WOMEN'S EYE BOOKS 1. 20 Women Changemakers: https://amzn.to/306MAce 2. 20 Women Storytellers: https://amzn.to/3pohetF ========================================== CONNECT WITH US! Get the Latest Updates from The Women's Eye: https://www.thewomenseye.com/subscribe/ LIKE The Women's Eye on FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/TheWomensEye/ FOLLOW The Women's Eye on TWITTER:   https://twitter.com/thewomenseye/ FOLLOW MORE on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thewomenseye/ ========================================== LEARN MORE about Tanmeet Sethi, MD: https://www.tanmeetsethimd.com/ LEARN MORE About Host Laura Munson: https://lauramunson.com/ ========================================== Disclaimer: Links in the description are typically affiliate links that let you help support the channel at no extra cost. ==========================================   

Brooke Siem, author of a new memoir May Cause Side Effects and award-winning chef, talks about her excruciating antidepressant withdrawal and how she is sharing her story to help others. TWE host Laura Munson.  LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WOMEN'S EYE PODCAST AND ONLINE MAGAZINE: WEBSITE:   https://www.thewomenseye.com SUBSCRIBE to The Women's Eye PODCAST:  https://bit.ly/TWE-It LIKE The Women's Eye on FACEBOOK:  https://www.facebook.com/TheWomensEye/ FOLLOW The Women's Eye on TWITTER:   https://twitter.com/thewomenseye/ FOLLOW MORE on INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thewomenseye/ TO LEARN MORE ABOUT BROOKE SIEM AND HER BOOK “MAY HAVE SIDE EFFECTS” WEBSITE:  https://www.brookesiem.com/ https://www.lisaguerrero.com/ INSTAGRAM:  @brookesiem https://www.instagram.com/brookesiem/ FACEBOOK:   @BrookeSiemOfficial  https://www.facebook.com/BrookeSiemOfficial/ TWITTER: @brookesiem  https://twitter.com/brookesiem FOR MORE ABOUT LAURA MUNSON WEBSITE: https://lauramunson.com/

In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Laura Munson. Early in life, Laura decided to leave the safety and riches of the debutant society she grew up in for the wilderness of Montana to hone her skills as a novelist. Initially, Laura had a lot of freedom to write, then her marriage took a turn and forced her to monetize her passion for writing so she could pay her bills. Through these efforts, Laura has created a community of inspired writers who join her in Montana or virtually to explore their human experience through the written word. Laura is the international bestselling author of the novel “Willa's Grove” and the memoir “This Is Not The Story You Think It Is.” She has been published in nine countries and featured in Vanity Fair, Elle, Redbook, Time, Newsweek, The Washington Post, Publisher's Weekly, The New York Times' “Modern Love” column, The New York Times Magazine's “Lives” column, O magazine and many others. Laura is the founder of the acclaimed Haven Writing Retreats, speaks at women's conferences and literary events, and has appeared on “Good Morning America,” “The Early Show,” “NPR” and other media outlets across the globe. Learn more about Laura at lauramunson.com/bio. See all episodes >

In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Laura Munson. Early in life, Laura decided to leave the safety and riches of the debutant society she grew up in for the wilderness of Montana to hone her skills as a novelist. Initially, Laura had a lot of freedom to write, then her marriage took a turn and forced her to monetize her passion for writing so she could pay her bills. Through these efforts, Laura has created a community of inspired writers who join her in Montana or virtually to explore their human experience through the written word. Laura is the international bestselling author of the novel “Willa's Grove” and the memoir “This Is Not The Story You Think It Is.” She has been published in nine countries and featured in Vanity Fair, Elle, Redbook, Time, Newsweek, The Washington Post, Publisher's Weekly, The New York Times' “Modern Love” column, The New York Times Magazine's “Lives” column, O magazine and many others. Laura is the founder of the acclaimed Haven Writing Retreats, speaks at women's conferences and literary events, and has appeared on “Good Morning America,” “The Early Show,” “NPR” and other media outlets across the globe. Learn more about Laura at lauramunson.com/bio.Learn more about Money Tale$ > Subscribe to the podcast Recent episodes See all episodes > Form CRS Form ADV Terms of Use Privacy Rights and Policies

We welcome you in joining your host Joanne Neweduk and guest Cynthia Hamilton Urquhart, as Cynthia shares openly about her healing journey with PTSD with a goal to bring hope to others who are struggling with this life-altering diagnosis. Cynthia is a retired RCMP officer having served for over 25 years. She retired 10 years ago, and 2 years into her retirement was diagnosed with Complex PTSD. Her healing journey completely changed her life, and she is now a Speaker, Writer, Mentor and Mental Health Advocate for First Responders. Cynthia is currently writing her memoir working with New York Times Best Selling author, Laura Munson. On Cynthia’s website you will be greeted with “Sharing my life story is an opportunity for me to give you hope, and let you know you are not alone. There is so much healing with connection and community. Let this be a first step!”Website: https://www.cynthiahamiltonurquhart.comFree Download - Cynthia's Mental Health Hub: "Five Important Things from my Healing Journey".

Laura Munson is the bestselling Author of This is Not the Story You Think it Is, a beautifully honest and searing memoir about a marriage that is coming apart.  In her new book, Willa's Grove, Munson explores the power and wonder of sisterhood, belonging, and taking care of one another, even during our most difficult transitions. The book lands at a particularly important time as women everywhere seek deeper and more intimate connection. 

In this episode, Laura and Lynne Golodner talk about writing past the fear of exposure, writing as practice, prayer, meditation, a way of life and a way TO life, and so now what?, the next logical step from pandemic or other life-changing events. They also discuss the courage to face the empty nest, and how cultivating a self-definition that is productive and creative during motherhood can help women transition through the time that their children leave the nest.

Laura Munson is the author of Willa's Grove, her debut novel. She's also the author of This Is Not the Story You Think It Is...: A Season of Unlikely Happiness, which is a memoir based on her New York Times Modern Love essay which was so popular it actually crashed The New York Times website. We talked about coming to crossroads moments in life and how her characters in Willa's Grove react to them, the nuances of female friendship, her writer's retreat and foundation, and the importance of perseverance for writers.

  Episode 84: Special Guest Author - Laura Munson; New York Best Selling Author, Teacher, Speaker, & Founder of Haven Writing Programs   In This Episode, You’ll Hear: (Podcast run time 60 min.) :33 - Introduction to Laura Munson 2:15 - Laura shares her writing journey & Haven Writing Programs 4:55 -  Laura dives deeper into the programs through Haven Writing & what inspired it 8:40- Vikki shares some of her struggles with community & finding community  11:12 - Laura discusses how community fits with her novel Willa’s Grove 15:00 - Laura & Vikki talk about the next stage for her writing  16:13 - Laura talks about her expertise & finding an audience  19:04 - Laura talks about rejection & writing the book over the business of writing 21:29 - Laura shares her titles & writing process  25:33 - Laura talks through scheduling writing time as a flexible writer & what questions to ask as a writer before developing a writing routine 32:48 - Laura & Vikki talk about online courses & investing in ourselves 35:20 - Laura shares the inspiration for her books & retreats  40:18 - Laura gives more advice for authors just starting out 45:50 - Laura reads from Willa’s Grove Connect with Laura Munson:  Laura’s website: https://lauramunson.com   Resources Mentioned: Natalie Goldberg’s website: https://nataliegoldberg.com Girl Friday Productions: https://www.girlfridayproductions.com   Podcast Music Credits: Title: Amazing Plan by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/     Thanks For Listening You can sign up to win free signed copies of books featured on this podcast here! If you have something you’d like to share with me, please connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or our website. Write a review on iTunes.

Be sure to tune in to a BRAND NEW episode of with Stacey Gualandi as I chat with New York Times bestselling author Laura Munson about her eagerly anticipated debut novel (, March 3, 2020) I first met Munson in 2011 while she was on the speaking circuit promoting her memoir, the international smash . (It was published in 9 different countries!)  Since then, she has become a member of the TWE family, on the air to talk about being an author, starring as the main character in her own book, and teaching her at her Whitefish, Montana, home.  Now Munson is on the road, promoting her first novel Willa's Grove, a story she says took her almost 8 years to complete. From newsmakers, changemakers, entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, cancer survivors, adventurers, and experts on leadership, stress and health, to kids helping kids, global grandmothers improving children's lives, and women who fight for equal rights, "It's the world as we see it." The Women's Eye Radio Show is available on iTunes and at . Learn more about The Women's Eye at 

These New York Times bestselling authors on tour meet here for the first time. Laura Munson is promoting her first novel, Willa's Grove, while Terry McMillan is about to share with the world her tenth or eleventh novel, It's Not All Downhill from Here. (She doesn’t keep count—“They’re not like children, you know.") Both women have decades of butt-in-chair know-how with which to enlighten us and make us laugh. When I say enlighten, boy, do I mean it. Does anyone else need to learn how to put healthy boundaries around their writing practice—like, for instance, to keep family and pets at a respectful distance during storyline crunch times? Terry doesn't mess around, which is probably why long-term publishing success seems to come so easily to her, both on the page and in the hit movie adaptions of her books. (#StellaGotHerGrooveBack #WaitingToExhale …) You might want to take notes. I did. Terry and Laura also share other similarities. Both novels find their lead characters in a midlife shake-up. As they ask themselves the BIG questions, thankfully, their posse of wise (and wisecracking) girlfriends is ever-present. Listen up for behind-the-scenes details on daily practices. Dealing with distractions (omg). Mental toughness. Commitment. And, writing retreats. (Yes, Laura hosts popular retreats in Montana, and Terry's been to mine in Carmel. We chat about the importance of getting away. But. I also share my best DIY tips for creating your own writing retreats for free—tried-and-true strategies for any writer, anywhere, that have helped a lot of people get 'er done.)Get ready to fall in love with these two if you haven't already. And, if you've got kids nearby, please God, get out the ear muffs! Terry just might drop an F-bomb or two (and, who am I kidding--it's not like I can be trusted in that arena).Whoops! Keepin' it fun, y'all. That's why I do this. 'Cause it's fun!Write on. xowww.beautifulwriterspodcast.com

Listen in as I chat with Laura Munson about her journey of self-love through the written word, and how she discovered she actually is a writer. She reminds us that the path we are often often surprises us, and that we need to be the ones to see in ourselves what is already of value. We need to give ourselves permission to be who we are, have it be easy and enjoyable. In our conversation, Laura recounts her journey of writing a best-selling book and all that led to that point. She tells us about why she writes and recites quotes of other writers who inspire her to continue. Get a taste of why community is such an essential part of the process for a developing writer, and maybe you will end up on one of her famous Haven Writing Retreats here in Montana! When who we thought we wanted to become changes How community can enhance your writing experience Why be the one to give yourself permission to be just as you are Links Mentioned: Dancing Spirit Ranch  Brené Brown: The Daring Way  Fearless Self-Love Retreat  Laura Munson & Haven Writing Retreats  Laura Munson’s article in New York Times Modern Love column  Terry Tempest Williams Naomi Shihab Nye   Show Highlights: 00:58 Fearless Self-Love Retreat: at home in your heart details 02:15 Easeful Living Practice: Write Before Read 05:57 Interview begins with Laura’s story of Fearless Self-Love, including her submission to NY Times Modern Love 15:33 Laura’s journey to knowing she was a writer 25:05 How having a community enhances Laura’s writing & self-love 32:24 Haven Wander -- join Laura as she wander the globe 41:21 Strategy of being flexible   Favorite Quotes “I sat at that intersection of heart and mind and craft...for a very long time before I let people see my work.” -- Laura Munson “Writing has become my practice, my prayer, my meditation, my way of life, and sometimes my way to life.” -- Laura Munson “All writers are mining their lives.” -- Laura Munson “I write to shine a light on a dim or otherwise pitchblack corner to provide relief for myself and others.” -- Laura Munson “Nobody asks you to be a writer.” -- Laura Munson “Miss Munson, this is not cinema! Take this to the fools in the English department.” -- Laura’s impression of her screenwriting professor “I didn’t want to be a writer.” -- Laura Munson “Turn the mirror on yourself and look into how you’re already showing up in your life and where the flow is.”-- Laura Munson “I write in a solitude born of community.” -- Terry Tempest Williams “Community is the soil and all the things in the soil, the water and sunlight that are going to allow the seed to sprout, but the seed sprouts alone.” -- Andrea Catherine “Maybe if we re-invent whatever our lives give us / we find poems. Check your garage, the off sock / in your drawer, the person you almost like, but not quite. / And let me know.” -- Naomi Shihab Nye “I can be this happy, alone, at home, in my own bed, but I just had to go to Italy to find out.” -- Laura Munson “I can’t really hide if I want to get what I want.” -- Andrea Catherine “I give myself permission to be exactly who I am, and have it be easy...and fun.” -- Laura Munson   Meet Laura: Laura Munson is the author of the New York Times and international bestselling memoir This Is Not The Story You Think It Is:  A Season of Unlikely Happiness(Amy Einhorn/Putnam 2010) which Book of the Month Club named one of the best books of the year.  It has been published in nine countries and has been featured in Vanity Fair, Elle, Redbook, Time, Newsweek, Washington Post, Publisher’s Weekly and many other newspapers, magazines, and online venues across the globe. Laura is the founder of Haven Writing Retreats, which Open Road Media ranked in the top five writing retreats in the United States, and speaks and teaches on the subject of voice and empowerment through creativity at conventions, corporations, universities and schools, retreat and wellness centers. Her work has been published in the New York Times, the New York Times Magazine, O. Magazine, The Week, Huffington Post, Redbook, Woman’s Day, Good Housekeeping, Ladies Home Journal, More Magazine, Time Magazine, Newsweek, The Sun, The Shambhala Sun, Big Sky Journal and others.  She has appeared on Good Morning America, The Early Show, WGN, many NPR stations, Hay House radio, as well as other media including London’s This Morning and Australia’s Sunrise.  She lives in Montana with her family.

This pod was hard work and I really didn't say a whole lot of anything other than a 5-minute rant about dogs, until almost 20 minutes in when I finally caved and realised I should have been talking about the one thing that I had on my mind, but had been trying to avoid talking about for the previous 20 minutes. Once I got that out, I mused on a great conversation I had with a friend about honesty and openness, before admitting once and for all that I am a fuckboy. I'm reading this great book called This Is Not The Story You Think It Is, by Laura Munson, and I wrapped up with a little reading from it. Recorded at Lazy Susan's Comedy Den in Perth.

Best-selling author (and reinventor) Laura Munson wants to help you (no matter what your level) craft your story, novel or memoir!  Join CoveyClub founder Lesley Jane Seymour and Munson in a conversation that reveals the nuts and bolts of how to get started, collectives and workshops to join (including Gotham in NY, Grub Street in Boston, Story Studio in Chicago, The Loft in Minneapolis, PNWA in Seattle, The Grotto in San Francisco), best self-publishing outlets (Girl Friday Productions), and best retreats—Munson has a special offer for Covey Cast listeners who sign up for her fabulous Haven Writing Retreat.

, New York Times' bestselling author of about a personal crisis in her marriage, is now leading Haven Writing Retreats in Montana. She designed the retreat she would want to go to for people who turn out to be seekers. It isn't about therapy, but the power of being in a group. Laura talks about how we are all creative and how her writing retreats help people bring out those talents. Tune in to learn more about Laura's writing retreats and the empowering work being done by those participating in them. About The Women's Eye Radio: podcast is a show from , an Online Magazine which features news and interviews with women who want to make the world a better place. From newsmakers, changemakers, entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, cancer survivors, adventurers, and experts on leadership, stress and health, to kids helping kids, global grandmothers improving children's lives, and women who fight for equal rights,"It's the world as we see it." The Women's Eye Radio Show broadcasts on in Phoenix, live-streams on 1480KPHX.com, and is available as on-demand talk radio on iTunes and at . Learn more about The Women's Eye at

Bill welcomes writer and teacher Laura Munson to the show. Join Bill and Laura as they discuss writing, memoirs, and the pleasures of teaching others. Don't miss it!

Laura Munson says it took her 20 years to become an overnight sensation as well as the sensation that this book caused when it came out. She describes the trauma when her marriage started to unravel and what she did about it. She talks about the importance of reinvention and why her passion is writing. About The Women's Eye Radio: with host Stacey Gualandi, is a show from , an Online Magazine which features news and interviews with women who want to make the world a better place. From newsmakers, changemakers, entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, cancer survivors, adventurers, and experts on leadership, stress and health, to kids helping kids, global grandmothers improving children's lives, and women who fight for equal rights,"It's the world as we see it." The Women's Eye Radio Show broadcasts on in Phoenix, live-streams on 1480KPHX.com, and is available as on-demand talk radio on iTunes and at . Learn more about The Women's Eye at

We've been handed so much information about relationship. Generations ago we were taught that we should accept whatever is presented—which amounted to accepting the unacceptable and tolerating the intolerable in many cases. Now we are being told to just “not put up with it.” Laura Munson has a different story—one that is not meant to fit for everyone—but definitely a transformative journey based totally on a crisis in her primary relationship and a decision to transcend suffering. It is a story of empowerment and learning to walk the walk of inner peace. Laura has been writing for 20 years, having published articles in magazines and written several novels. Interestingly enough, it was only when she wrote about her personal journey that she was able to publish her first and bestselling book: “This is Not the Story You Think It Is.” Hers is a story about relationship that you really don't want to miss.

Where did April Fool's Day begin and what pranks are you pulling. The Mother/Daughter dynamic duo check out the facts, fiction, and fun surrounding this spring day. If you will ever be in a courtroom you need to know how the system works. If you've acted properly, it doesn't mean you'll win and if you are in the wrong, it doesn't mean you'll lose. Judicial Deception is about life in court...the truth and nothing but the truth. Author Reginald Jensen is a registered investment adviser and has been in the life insurance business for over fifty years. Laura Munson's debut book, “This is Not the Story You Think It is...” is a poignant, wise, and funny memoir about a personal philosophy that enabled her to weather the storm of her husbands' departure. This book shows you how to retrain the way you think. You have the power to choose happiness over suffering, even if your world is crumbling around you.