The Hidden Struggle: How to Overcome Empty Nest Syndrome
Channel: The Advisor With Stacey Chillemi
Date: 2022-08-31

In today's video, Mary K. Savarese discusses...

1. She shares how she overcame anxiety and depression when her children grew up and were, for the first time, an "Empty Nester."
2. How she healed herself.
3. How she became a best-selling author
4. Her novels - They have quirky titles with fun stories behind the origin of the titles.
5. Mary also shares tips on how to overcome anxiety in general

Mary quotes:

We've gotten through some tough times, unlike any most of us can remember. 

But one thing that has saved many of us and will continue to save us through 2022 is having a hobby or two. For those who have procrastinated on finding one or aren't giving enough time to what brings them joy listening to award-winning author and speaker Mary K. Savarese could be a lifesaver. 

Mary's hobby — writing books with quirky titles — came after her last child left home, and she overcame significant anxiety about her new family dynamic.

"I had to understand why my family unit was dead! I mean that the babies I raised, the toddlers I nurtured, the teenagers I stayed up waiting for into the wee hours of the night were gone…."

Mary can talk about why it is crucial to find yourself and even how to find a new hobby (that could turn into a career) that's best for you.

Her debut, traditionally published novel is "Tigers Love Bubble Baths & Obsession Perfume (who knew!)." 

Mary is an Amazon Best Seller. Awarded 5 Stars from Readers' Favorite. International Royal Dragonfly for Mystery. Best Book American Book Fest. 

Latest, International Eric Hoffer Award for Grand Prize Short List, Small Press and Debut. The NIEA award.

-The US Review, 'it's a delightful rollicking supernatural whodunnit,'

Email: maryksavarese@gmail.com 
Website: www.maryksavarese.com

CHAPTERS
00:02 - Passion for quirky writing 
12:09 - Overcoming fears and challenges 
23:08 - Escaping reality through fantasy 
31:35 - Passionate author's creative journey 

LEARNINGS
What inspired the transition from the business world to becoming a book writer?
The passion for writing and the desire to create quirky titles based on life experiences inspired the transition.

How did the author deal with rejection and criticism in the writing world?
The author built a thick skin over the years, faced constant rejections, and found solace in the creativity and flow of writing.

How do the author's books serve as a form of escapism for readers?
The author's fantasy books provide readers with a way to escape reality, immerse themselves in a different world, and temporarily set aside life's stresses.

What motivates the author to continue creating and promoting their work?
The author's passion for writing, love for their craft, and the desire to share their creations with the world serve as strong motivators to keep creating and promoting their work.

How does the author view the process of discussing their work in interviews?
The author finds interviews to be enjoyable and a way to further engage with their passion for creating, even though they consider themselves an introvert.

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