You Are Never Too Old for Midlife Adventure with Lisa Cheek

In this episode of the Midlife with Courage Podcast, Kim interviews Lisa Cheek, a former film editor turned writer. 

Lisa shares her journey of transitioning from editing TV commercials to writing her first book, 'Sit, Cinderella, Sit,' which chronicles her four-month adventure in China. 

Despite facing age discrimination in her career, Lisa found courage and happiness in new opportunities. She discusses the challenges and rewarding experiences of filming in a foreign language, her passion for storytelling, and the importance of living in the moment. 

Lisa also reflects on the wisdom that comes with age and the invaluable lessons she learned about kindness, resilience, and savoring life's adventures.

00:00 Introduction: Embracing Age and Happiness

00:35 Welcome to Midlife with Courage Podcast

00:54 Meet Lisa Cheek: From Film Editor to Author

01:30 Lisa's Courageous Journey: Getting Married

02:11 Lisa's First Book: Sit, Cinderella, Sit

02:49 Career as a Film Editor

05:04 Aging Out of the Industry

08:43 Adventure in China: Editing a Mandarin Film

12:56 Finding Cinderella: A Heartwarming Rescue

14:15 Unexpected Puppy Arrival

15:29 The Decision to Write a Book

16:50 Childhood Memories and Cinderella

18:24 The Writing Process and Publishing Journey

20:20 Anticipation and Enjoying the Moment

22:20 The Adventure of Connecting with Readers

25:13 Final Thoughts and Advice

To learn more about Lisa and find a link to her book, please go to her website: www.lisacheek.com.

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