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Thriving Authors PodcastEpisode 134: Interview with Louise NayerIn this episode of the Thriving Authors Podcast, I’m delighted to talk with author Louise Nayer whose latest book is a memoir entitled Narrow Escapes. I really loved her warmth and vulnerability as she shared about her writing journey and her work in the fields of memoir and poetry.
Plus, I've started implementing something that she shared in our conversation about having a weekly writing night! Listen to hear more about that, as well as:
Advice for juggling parenthood with teaching, writing and working on your own projects.
The childhood event that le...2023-10-2722 min
CrosscurrentsRichmond's Tool Library / San Francisco Poets / Sundance SaloonIn this episode, we visit a library in Richmond that lends out tools so its residents don’t have to buy them. We bring you a story about borrowing tools and building community. Then, we find out what it means to be San Francisco's Poet Laureate. And, we get to two-stepping and line-dancing at the Sundance Saloon. Plus, a reading from Bay Area author Louise Nayer.2023-04-1226 minCrosscurrentsRichmond's Tool Library / San Francisco Poets / Sundance SaloonIn this episode, we visit a library in Richmond that lends out tools so its residents don’t have to buy them. We bring you a story about borrowing tools and building community. Then, we find out what it means to be San Francisco's Poet Laureate. And, we get to two-stepping and line-dancing at the Sundance Saloon. Plus, a reading from Bay Area author Louise Nayer.2023-04-1226 min
New ArrivalsLouise Nayer reflects on the impacts of a childhood accidentLouise Nayer lives in San Francisco. Her book, "Narrow Escapes," is about recognizing the deep effects of a haunting childhood accident.2023-03-2102 min
Prime Spark with Sara HartYou Can Learn to be a Writer with Louise NayerLouise Nayer has written six books and won many awards for her writing, including being selected as an Oprah Great Read and the Wisconsin Library Association Award. She talks about her most recent book, "Narrow Escapes," and what it takes to be a writer. You will love listening to Louise, and you will learn a lot.2023-03-0840 min
Revolutionize Your Retirement RadioEmotional Planning for Retirement with Dorian Mintzer and Louise NayerThough most people spend countless hours doing financial planning for retirement, how many people do emotional planning? Retirement is a huge transition, and it's essential to think about how much money you'll have and how you will create the kind of life you want. Whether you are about to retire, newly retired, or have been retired for a long time, it's never too late to talk openly about how you feel and the difficulties and joys of retirement.In this episode, you will discover the importance of articulating anxieties about retirement, including:Making the D...2022-07-051h 01
Our Mothers OurselvesDorothy Nayer, Brave Survivor. A conversation with Louise NayerDorothy Nayer was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania and into her twenties, life bumped along. She went to nursing school, got married, and had two daughters. Then, when her daughters were still young children, Dorothy was in a horrible accident while the family was vacationing on Cape Cod. She was planning to light a hot water heater and it exploded, leaving her with horrible third degree burns.Dorothy had 37 restorative surgeries, but for the rest of her life she looked dramatically different.Her youngest daughter, Louise, chronicled her mother's experience and how it...2022-01-0636 min
San Francisco Writers Conference PodcastTips for Writing Memoir with Louis NayerSubjects covered Louise Nayer is the author of Burned: A Memoir, an Oprah Great Read and winner of the Wisconsin Library Association Award. When asked about the biggest mistakes new memoirists make, Louise noted that many authors make the false assumption that writing memoir is like journaling. Instead, she explained, it's about being able to create a work of art out of a segment of one's life. She added that memoir is often mistakenly confused, too, with autobiography. Louise suggested that memoirists first create a timeline, since memoir often has multiple stories. Creating a timeline up front can make it...2020-11-2710 min
Dreamifesting with Kelly Sullivan WaldenMoving From Anxiety to Zen With Louise NayerHave you ever had an anxiety dream? What do our dreams tell us about how to handle chaos in our lives? Call in at 816-251-3555 to let Kelly interpret your dreams and show you how to listen to the messages you are receiving. Kelly also welcomes guest Louise Nayer, author of Poised for Retirement: Moving From Anxiety to Zen. Discover how to be Zen when life falls apart.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-04-1857 min
Power Of The Purse PodcastEpisode 69 – Moving from Anxiety to Zen in Retirement — With Guest Louise Nayer
The transition to retirement can be a challenging one. In fact, the six months leading up to retirement is known to be the most difficult time for a majority of people.
Louise Nayer, author of Poised for Retirement: Moving From Anxiety to Zen, joins Lynn S. Evans to share her insight on the shift to retired life. With a blend of humor and poignancy, Louise also shares her story of transitioning from a career in teaching to becoming an author.
Here’s what you’ll learn about in this episode:
What prompted Louis...2019-01-0937 min
Get Published PodcastLouise Nayer - Getting on AM and FM RadioIn episode 149 of the Get Published Podcast, Host and 13-Time Bestselling Author Paul G. Brodie interviews Louise Nayer about her author journey and how to get on AM and FM radio to promote your book.2018-12-3100 min
How to Discover Full Audiobook in Self Development, Motivation & InspirationPoised for Retirement by Louise Nayer | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Poised for Retirement
Author: Louise Nayer
Narrator: Robin Rowan
Format: Unabridged
Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins
Language: English
Release date: 07-17-17
Publisher: Central Recovery Press
Genres: Self Development, Motivation & Inspiration
Summary:
A unique narrative on a unique time offering solace to people nearing retirement. Poised for Retirement is not your parents' retirement guide, nor is it a financial planning guide; rather, it's the relatable story of an ordinary working woman reflecting on her life and career.
Written with humor, compassion, and poignancy, Nayer's poetic prose is also inspirational. Easy...2017-07-175h 02
The Kathryn Zox Show'Retiring' and 'Healthy Hearts'Kathryn interviews professor Louise Nayer, author of “Poised for Retirement: Moving from Anxiety to Zen”. When is the right time to retire? Nayer offers inspirational insight to baby boomers and the 250,000 Americans who turn 65 every month. Nayer is featured in the San Francisco Chronicle and The Huffington Post. Her previous book Burned was an Oprah Magazine Great Read. Kathryn also interviews cardiologist Jay Cohn MD, author of “Cardiovascular Health: How Conventional Wisdon is Failing Us”. Dr. Cohn challenges the conventional view that risk factors such as poor diet and lack of exercise are the biggest culprits leading to heart and blood ve...2017-07-1254 min
GrottoPodEpisode 4: Louise Nayer
Poet, memoirist and longtime teacher Louise Nayer joins us to discuss the always-intriguing subject of memoir. In August 2016, Louise re-released Burned, the story of tragedy and rebirth in her family of origin. She also talks with us about the lighter but no-less-revealing personal story in her next book, Poised for Retirement: Moving from Anxiety to Zen. Consider this podcast a preview of Louise’s double readings of Burned on February 25 -- at the Glen Park branch of the San Francisco Public Library (2 p.m.) and at Great Good Place for Books in Oakland (7 p.m.).
2017-02-2150 min