270: Rediscovering Oneself Through the Keyboard
A memoirist’s journey
“The more I’m just nice and friendly with people, the easier it will become. And eventually, maybe I'll get back to that point where it's just a natural part of who I am.” — Tammy Hader
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Guest
Tammy Hader, with a BBA in accounting from Wichita State University, her professional history resides in numbers. In 2018, after a 30-year accounting career, Tammy reinvented herself as a writer. She is an essay writer at Medium, BizCatalyst360, The National Association of Baby Boomer Women, BabyBoomer.org, and WebMD. Tammy is also a contributing author in the Daily Gift Book Series. Walking Old Roads is her first book.
Summary
Tammy and Jeff discuss her book Walking Old Roads, reflecting on her journey to rediscover her personal sense of kindness and overcome a feeling of disconnection in the world. She also explores the impact of her corporate career on her withdrawal and the role of role models and faith in regaining a spirit of benevolence. Tammy and Jeff also share insights on trust, genuine connections, and the value of in-person interactions versus technology.
Social Media / Referenced
www.facebook.com/tammy.hader.1
Show Credits
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