Episode SummaryIn this episode, Jonathan interviews Heidi about her upcoming adventure—competing on Write or Flight, the first-ever reality TV show for memoir writers. Heidi shares how she was selected to join nine writers from around the world in Cusco, Peru, where they’ll live together, go on adventures, and compete in memoir-writing challenges.
More than a competition, this journey is about reclaiming joy, leaning into vulnerability, and stepping into a long-awaited adventure. Heidi opens up about overcoming imposter syndrome, the challenges of being on camera, and why this experience feels like a soul reclamation.
Key Takeaways
* What Write or Flight is and how Heidi got selected
* Why memoir writing is so personal and powerful
* The mindset shift from “winning” to embracing the journey
* How saying “yes” to adventure is changing Heidi’s story
* Letting go of validation and trusting your creative path
Related Episodes
* Episode 14: Faith and Dyslexia: Learning Differently, Living Fully
* Episode 13: When Church Hurts: Wolves, Wounds, and the Path to Healing
Resources
* Write or Flight Reality Show
* The Memoir Engineering System: Make Your First Draft Your Final Draft by Wendy Dale
* Avoiding Prison and Other Noble Vacation Goals: Adventures in Love and Danger by Wendy Dale
* Heidi's Substack: @stayintheroom
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DisclaimerThis episode covers themes of vulnerability, creative risks, and personal transformation. Listener discretion advised.
