Interview with the Inspirational Christina Lockett

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Interview with
Minister and Educator

Christina Lockett

author of:

Love Lost, My Story
A Message of Hope

 

 

INTERVIEW:

You wear so many important hats as a mother of teenage sons, an ordained minister, choir director and Science teacher. When did you realize that being an author was also within you?

A few years back before I experienced the second divorce I wanted to share my experiences. Looking back I am glad I waited because I did not expect my life to turn upside down. It is still difficult to embrace author as a title because I really just want others who are going through what I went through not to feel hopeless and give up. The best way to share my story and message of hope was to put it in a book and now I am a author.

 

Your book “Love Lost, My Story” is a message of hope. Who is it this message of hope for?

The message of hope is for women and men. People who have experienced failed relationships, disappointments, and unexpected life challenges. The message of hope is for anyone who had to start all over again after a trial or heartbreaking situation.

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Was it a difficult decision to share such personal experiences, despite the comfort and inspiration this would bring to others?

Yes it was difficult because I had to be totally transparent if I really wanted someone to be helped. It was also difficult because I knew some of my family and friends did not know all of the details surrounding my divorces. Many have read the book and shared that they were shocked mostly because I always tried to stay positive and they had no idea how much I was going through.

 

Your Christian faith appears to be at the core of strength and positivity. What advice do you have for those who are struggling spiritually?

I advise those who are struggling spiritually not to be mad at God for their current challenges. Take comfort in your spirituality. Look beyond yourself and know that when the storm is over you will be able to help another person with similar challenges.

 

As you prepared this book as an inspirational resource for others, did you experience any additional catharsis or personal healing?

Yes, I shed a few tears while writing and thinking back but I was proud of myself. I was glad about how far I have come spiritually and mentally. I realized how powerful forgiveness was as well.

 

When people experience repeat disappointments in their life it is difficult to maintain a positive outlook. What advice do you have for those who find having a hopeful outlook to be very difficult?

The main thing is not to beat yourself up and blame yourself. Take a self-evaluation and make necessary changes. Surround yourself with people who will be honest with you and most all positive and encouraging. It is difficult some times to remain positive but if you have positive people around you it will make a difference.

 

Many people who have experienced life challenges like you may also aspire to writing and sharing their ordeals and revelations to help others. What advice would you have for those who have a message but are apprehensive about the publishing business?

If you are truly truthful about the situation it will be a little easier to share. You have to ask yourself the hard questions. Will sharing my personal business keep a person from committing suicide because they feel hopeless? Do I expect others to have a life changing moment because I shared my personal business? If your answer is yes to the hard questions it is worth sharing and you cannot hold back. Go for it!

 

Now that you have experienced the power of written words to minister to those in need, do you have any additional plans to continue your inspirational writing?

Yes, I want to continue writing so I guess I have to embrace my new title..Author.

 

About Christina Lockett:

The youngest and only girl of four children born to Conrell and Beatrice Lockett. A native Houstonian and former resident of Four Corners, Louisiana. A single mother of two teenage sons named Donald and Derrick. A licensed cosmetologist since 1996. A licensed and ordained minister, a prophetess. A choir director and Sunday School Teacher of Holy Trinity Church.

A college graduate of Texas Southern University with a Bachelors of Science in Curriculum and Instruction Interdisciplinary Studies. A certified 5th Grade Math and Science teacher with a heart to inspire and encourage people of all ages.

Author Website:  http://www.christinalockett.com
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/rcchristina7
Amazon Order Link:  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MX40SOO

 

 

For Dear Life – betrayal, discovery, and forgiveness

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 For Dear Life

A memoir of betrayal, discovery, and forgiveness

by Sarah Tauber

 

Get Your Copy HERE

 

Imagine a young American couple embarking on a two-year adventure in Tehran, Iran…….. The husband is a highly intelligent, workaholic computer geek with little time or attention for his bride. She is bored with her marriage and looking for something to ignite her passion, to make her feel desirable and loved. She finds an opportunity with a handsome Iranian who crosses her path shortly after their arrival in Tehran. Rather than question the potentially devastating consequences of acting out her fantasy, she charges forward with a tenacity that can only come from her young and foolish heart and not her head. The web of lies that she ultimately weaves entangles everyone involved-her, the husband, the lover, and most sadly, her young son. It is a journey of betrayal, discovery, and forgiveness. What felt like a beautiful love story turned into a tormenting nightmare. From the threat of criminal court, to an attempt at kidnapping her son, she demonstrates that one can survive even after making the worst mistake of your life. I lived this story almost forty years ago. It was the most challenging and difficult time of my life. In the end, I realized my choice was to either fall apart or start laughing at the absurdity of it all……

 

About the Author: Sarah Tauber

Sarah TauberA little about the author: After a long and successful corporate career, Sarah Tauber recently retired to pursue her passion for horseback riding. Throughout her life, Sarah has travelled and lived in many parts of the world. With so many stories to tell, it became important for her to share parts of her life that family and friends knew little or nothing about. “For Dear Life” is a memoir covering the two years she lived in Tehran, Iran and experienced the most challenging time of her life. Sarah resides in San Diego County, CA with her husband of nine years. She has two grown sons and five grandsons.

 

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Book Launch: Can you forgive the Unforgivable?

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The Ravine

by Robert Pascuzzi

 

Dig into Your Deepest Feelings about Forgiving What for Most Would be the unforgivable

With The Ravine, author Robert Pascuzzi has written a highly-compelling novel inspired by actual events that will bring you face to face with life’s most challenging question: Would you be able to forgive someone for committing truly unimaginable acts? On a quiet weekday morning in a suburb of Akron, Ohio, the town awakens to discover that Rachel Turner and her son, Evan, have been brutally murdered during the night. A short time later, Danny Turner is found in his car at the bottom of a ravine after taking his own life. Any explanation as to why a loving father and husband would suddenly commit such heinous crimes against his wife and son has gone to the grave with him. The Ravine delves deeply into unexplainable tragedy for which there was no rational explanation. Mitch and Carolyn slowly come to realize that the only explanation that makes sense is that there has to be a spiritual reason for what happened. If you read The Ravine with an open heart, you’ll experience a soul-searching adventure that will forever change the way you view every moment in your life. Click here for more information about the book, bonus gifts and ordering! http://theravinebook.com/launch/

 

 

 

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Learn How Forgiveness Can Change Your Life

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Author: Amy Denise

Amy Denise has always loved writing, and has on several occasions found it to be the only way to successfully express her thoughts. Years of struggles, hardships, and a growing need to tell her tale have brought about her first book, A Woman So Small. A second book will follow the first; continuing the story that has been her life. She is currently living in Georgia with her husband of 18 years, and their twelve year old son.

Amy is the author of a personal family memoir and journey of understanding and forgiveness. Readers will discover the potential and value of revisiting painful experiences to emerge with renewed healing. It is in this healing and forgiveness that invaluable relationships can be repaired and recovered.

audio1CLICK AUDIO to hear our Interview with Amy.

 

 

A Woman So Small (Perfect Anguish)

amydenise-bkLife is not always what we want it to be, and it isn’t always fair. Buddy and Darlene find each other as teenagers, quickly fall in love and start their fairy tale life together. It isn’t until their second daughter, Jill finds love that they are all forced to realize that not all good things stay good, or last forever. Love, promises, devotion…..you’re lucky if you get to truly experience them…..not so lucky if they are all taken with no promise of a return. When Jill is forced to face herself and her decisions, she is also presented with the judgments that are so easily placed on those who are least equipped to handle them. The only thing left to do is to go on….maybe not gracefully; certainly not easily.

 

Available from:

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Website * GoodReads * Facebook * Twitter * Pinterest * Google+ * Ning-BookBlogs

 

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How Forgiveness Can Change Your Life

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Author: Amy Denise

Amy Denise has always loved writing, and has on several occasions found it to be the only way to successfully express her thoughts. Years of struggles, hardships, and a growing need to tell her tale have brought about her first book, A Woman So Small. A second book will follow the first; continuing the story that has been her life. She is currently living in Georgia with her husband of 18 years, and their twelve year old son.

Amy is the author of a personal family memoir and journey of understanding and forgiveness. Readers will discover the potential and value of revisiting painful experiences to emerge with renewed healing. It is in this healing and forgiveness that invaluable relationships can be repaired and recovered.

audio1CLICK AUDIO to hear our Interview with Amy.

 

 

A Woman So Small (Perfect Anguish)

amydenise-bkLife is not always what we want it to be, and it isn’t always fair. Buddy and Darlene find each other as teenagers, quickly fall in love and start their fairy tale life together. It isn’t until their second daughter, Jill finds love that they are all forced to realize that not all good things stay good, or last forever. Love, promises, devotion…..you’re lucky if you get to truly experience them…..not so lucky if they are all taken with no promise of a return. When Jill is forced to face herself and her decisions, she is also presented with the judgments that are so easily placed on those who are least equipped to handle them. The only thing left to do is to go on….maybe not gracefully; certainly not easily.

 

Available from:

AmazonBarnes&NoblePaperback

Connect with Amy:

Website * GoodReads * Facebook * Twitter * Pinterest * Google+ * Ning-BookBlogs

 

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Have You Been Hurt By The People You Love The Most?

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Author: Amy Denise

Amy Denise has always loved writing, and has on several occasions found it to be the only way to successfully express her thoughts. Years of struggles, hardships, and a growing need to tell her tale have brought about her first book, A Woman So Small. A second book will follow the first; continuing the story that has been her life. She is currently living in Georgia with her husband of 18 years, and their twelve year old son.

Amy is the author of a personal family memoir and journey of understanding and forgiveness. Readers will discover the potential and value of revisiting painful experiences to emerge with renewed healing. It is in this healing and forgiveness that invaluable relationships can be repaired and recovered.

audio1CLICK AUDIO to hear our Interview with Amy.

 

 

A Woman So Small (Perfect Anguish)

amydenise-bkLife is not always what we want it to be, and it isn’t always fair. Buddy and Darlene find each other as teenagers, quickly fall in love and start their fairy tale life together. It isn’t until their second daughter, Jill finds love that they are all forced to realize that not all good things stay good, or last forever. Love, promises, devotion…..you’re lucky if you get to truly experience them…..not so lucky if they are all taken with no promise of a return. When Jill is forced to face herself and her decisions, she is also presented with the judgments that are so easily placed on those who are least equipped to handle them. The only thing left to do is to go on….maybe not gracefully; certainly not easily.

 

Available from:

AmazonBarnes&NoblePaperback

Connect with Amy:

Website * GoodReads * Facebook * Twitter * Pinterest * Google+ * Ning-BookBlogs

 

Listen to our Interview with Amy Now

 

 

 

The Power of Forgiveness

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Author: Amy Denise

Amy Denise has always loved writing, and has on several occasions found it to be the only way to successfully express her thoughts. Years of struggles, hardships, and a growing need to tell her tale have brought about her first book, A Woman So Small. A second book will follow the first; continuing the story that has been her life. She is currently living in Georgia with her husband of 18 years, and their twelve year old son.

Amy is the author of a personal family memoir and journey of understanding and forgiveness. Readers will discover the potential and value of revisiting painful experiences to emerge with renewed healing. It is in this healing and forgiveness that invaluable relationships can be repaired and recovered.

audio1CLICK AUDIO to hear our Interview with Amy.

 

 

A Woman So Small (Perfect Anguish)

amydenise-bkLife is not always what we want it to be, and it isn’t always fair. Buddy and Darlene find each other as teenagers, quickly fall in love and start their fairy tale life together. It isn’t until their second daughter, Jill finds love that they are all forced to realize that not all good things stay good, or last forever. Love, promises, devotion…..you’re lucky if you get to truly experience them…..not so lucky if they are all taken with no promise of a return. When Jill is forced to face herself and her decisions, she is also presented with the judgments that are so easily placed on those who are least equipped to handle them. The only thing left to do is to go on….maybe not gracefully; certainly not easily.

 

Available from:

AmazonBarnes&NoblePaperback

Connect with Amy:

Website * GoodReads * Facebook * Twitter * Pinterest * Google+ * Ning-BookBlogs

 

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A Book to Help You Forgive and Repair Broken Relationships

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Author: Amy Denise

Amy Denise has always loved writing, and has on several occasions found it to be the only way to successfully express her thoughts. Years of struggles, hardships, and a growing need to tell her tale have brought about her first book, A Woman So Small. A second book will follow the first; continuing the story that has been her life. She is currently living in Georgia with her husband of 18 years, and their twelve year old son.

Amy is the author of a personal family memoir and journey of understanding and forgiveness. Readers will discover the potential and value of revisiting painful experiences to emerge with renewed healing. It is in this healing and forgiveness that invaluable relationships can be repaired and recovered.

 

 

A Woman So Small (Perfect Anguish)

amydenise-bkLife is not always what we want it to be, and it isn’t always fair. Buddy and Darlene find each other as teenagers, quickly fall in love and start their fairy tale life together. It isn’t until their second daughter, Jill finds love that they are all forced to realize that not all good things stay good, or last forever. Love, promises, devotion…..you’re lucky if you get to truly experience them…..not so lucky if they are all taken with no promise of a return. When Jill is forced to face herself and her decisions, she is also presented with the judgments that are so easily placed on those who are least equipped to handle them. The only thing left to do is to go on….maybe not gracefully; certainly not easily.

 

Available from:

AmazonBarnes&NoblePaperback

Connect with Amy:

Website * GoodReads * Facebook * Twitter * Pinterest * Google+ * Ning-BookBlogs

Listen to our Interview with Amy Now

 

 

Interview with Author – Amy Denise

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Author: Amy Denise

Amy Denise has always loved writing, and has on several occasions found it to be the only way to successfully express her thoughts.  Years of struggles, hardships, and a growing need to tell her tale have brought about her first book, A Woman So Small.  A second book will follow the first; continuing the story that has been her life.  She is currently living in Georgia with her husband of 18 years, and their twelve year old son.

Amy is the author of a personal family memoir and journey of understanding and forgiveness. Readers will discover the potential and value of revisiting painful experiences to emerge with renewed healing. It is in this healing and forgiveness that invaluable relationships can be repaired and recovered.

 

 

A Woman So Small (Perfect Anguish)

amydenise-bkLife is not always what we want it to be, and it isn’t always fair. Buddy and Darlene find each other as teenagers, quickly fall in love and start their fairy tale life together. It isn’t until their second daughter, Jill finds love that they are all forced to realize that not all good things stay good, or last forever. Love, promises, devotion…..you’re lucky if you get to truly experience them…..not so lucky if they are all taken with no promise of a return. When Jill is forced to face herself and her decisions, she is also presented with the judgments that are so easily placed on those who are least equipped to handle them. The only thing left to do is to go on….maybe not gracefully; certainly not easily.

 

Available from:

Amazon  –  Barnes&Noble  –  Paperback

Connect with Amy:

Website  *  GoodReads  *  Facebook Twitter Pinterest  *  Google+  *  Ning-BookBlogs

Listen to our Interview with Amy Now

 

Releasing The Chains – by Lisa Gibson
How To Forgive Anyone For Anything

 Releasing The Chains

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How To Forgive Anyone For Anything

 by Lisa Gibson

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These are extraordinary stories of forgiveness. If they can forgive, can you? You are probably wondering, Have these people who have these extraordinary stories really mastered the art of forgiveness to such an extent that they can forgive anyone for anything? Is it possible to let go of the hurts and pains that we hold on to? If these questions apply to you, you are not alone. As author Lisa Gibson has traveled the world, sharing her story of forgiveness, the single biggest question she has been asked is ‘How do you forgive?’ This intriguing and inspirational book will show you the step-by-step process of how to forgive and the life-changing examples of others who have applied these principles to their lives. Even if you are thinking that no one knows what you have been through, delve into Lisa’s poignant book and be inspired. Discover how to forgive in order to release the chains in your own life.

 

About the Author: Lisa Gibson

Lisa Gibson is an attorney, global conflict coach, mediator, and founder and director of the Peace and Prosperity Alliance. She is the author of the award-winning book Life in Death: A Journey from Terrorism to Triumph and the audio series Learning to Forgive: Your Pathway to Inner Peace. In 2010, Lisa was given the distinguished honor of being chosen as one of Ten Outstanding Young Americans. Lisa has made guest appearances on CNN, BBC, MSNBC, Hour of Power, and countless others.

Connect with Lisa:
Author website:  http://www.releasingthechains.com
Twitter account:  https://twitter.com/truepeace
Facebook Account:  https://www.facebook.com/releasingthechains

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