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Please pick 3-5 of the following questions/topics you would like to discuss during your podcast interview. This portion will cover around 10 minutes of the interview in a back-and-forth conversation format. Plan on approximately 7 minutes of the conversation your time to answer these questions. Each interview will end with the following questions: Could you share with us one book, or a few books, that you believe everyone should read at least once in their lifetime, and why? Any last thoughts you have for the listeners for using reading or writing to have a positive impact on their life. ***Please note that we do not discuss your own books unless it is the context of these topics. Sell yourself to the audience, not your books.
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Can you share a memorable moment when a book significantly lifted your spirits or helped you through a tough time?
Are there any specific books that you frequently turn to for comfort, inspiration, or escape? What makes these books stand out for you?
Have you ever read a book that completely changed the way you think about your own personal challenges?
What book would you recommend to someone going through a difficult time and why?
In what ways do you think reading can foster a sense of community or connection with others?
Can you describe a book that transformed your outlook during a particularly challenging period in your life?
How does escaping into different worlds through reading help you manage stress or anxiety?
Do you think of any books as friends? How have these “friends” supported you in times of need?
Who are the authors that inspire you, and how have their works influenced your approach to handling difficult situations?
Do you find certain genres more therapeutic than others? For example, do fantasy novels offer a different kind of mental escape compared to memoirs or self-help books?
Can you share a particularly low point in your life when a book provided you with the solace or motivation you needed to move forward?
In your view, how can regular reading contribute to building mental resilience or helping manage mental health challenges?
Is there a book you find yourself returning to repeatedly over the years? Why do you think this book has this recurring role in your life?
Has a book ever changed the way you think about or handle your relationships? Could you share how it influenced your perspective?
How has writing about your experiences, particularly the challenging ones, affected your perspective on those events?
How has telling your own story, either publicly or privately, contributed to your mental well-being?
What challenges have you faced in translating your personal experiences into written form, and how have you overcome them?
If you could suggest a quick writing exercise to help someone improve their mood, what would it be?
How do you think the role of storytelling in books can aid in reducing stigma around mental health issues?
Have you ever used creative writing as a form of therapy? What lessons did you learn about yourself through that process?
Could you talk about a time when sharing your story, or a story you’ve written, helped someone else or brought you closer to other people?
What advice would you give to someone who wants to start writing their own story but is afraid of being vulnerable?
How has dealing with personal challenges influenced your writing style or the themes you choose to write about?
Have you ever been inspired to write something of your own after reading a particular book? What did you write, and how did the original book influence your work?
Could you share an example of a time when writing or reading provided you with a new insight or solution to a problem you were facing?
How do you incorporate reading or writing into your daily routine to maintain mental wellness?
What is your earliest memory of reading or writing having a positive impact on your life?
Can you explain how the act of reading or creating narratives helps in organizing your thoughts or emotions during challenging times?
How has your relationship with reading and writing evolved over the years, especially as your life circumstances have changed?
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