I’d like to introduce you to my friend Tess Marshall of The Bold Life. Tess has an awesome blog, so be sure to check it out. She has also been an amazing supporter of Treatment Talk.
Fear is very much at home with us when we have addiction in the family. At times we live and breath fear, especially when our child is addicted. Learning ways to let go of our fear and get our lives back will bring us to that place when we can find peace of mind.
1. Please introduce yourself to the readers for those that do not know you.
I grew up with 9 siblings on a produce farm. I learned to be bold, stand up for myself, and get my needs met at a very young age. It was about survival then.
I have a master’s degree in counseling psychology. I like to inspire others to live a bold, fearless, and meaningful life through my blog. The Bold Life is a mix of inspiration, spirituality, and personal development.
Tess Marshall
2. Why did you decide to create your website The Bold Life?
I love to inspire people to overcome their fears and live-out-loud. I worked as a therapist in private practice in Michigan. I started my blog after we moved to the Southwest. I wanted to do something new. It has allowed me to reach people all over the world
3. Tell us about your ebook, Flying by the Seat of My Soul. Why did you write it?
I’ve had an amazing life journey. I married when I was 17 and was mom to four daughters by the time I was 22 years old. When the girls left for college, my family, friends, and clients kept telling me to write my stories down. I finally did.
The book integrates my moving personal stories, and profound lessons. The book has provided hope to many readers. I’m still married to the same person! Our 40thwedding anniversary is January 14.
4. Please tell us about your new ecourse, Take Your Fear and Shove It! Who is the ecourse for and how can it help those suffering with addiction in their family?
The ecourse is designed to take one beyond excuses, procrastination, worries and doubts…from fear to freedom. It provides the map, tools, and techniques to be bold, play big, and shine bright.
I’ve had a successful career, over 20 years of experience, as a therapist, speaker, and writer. The ecourse provides the proven tools and techniques that I have used myself and with clients…
It’s the culmination of everything I’ve learned. I’m still asked, “How do you do it?” This course is my answer. You only need to apply it to your own situation.
As for those suffering with addiction in their family, the course will help them focus on the actions they can take to improve their own lives
It offers a map to self-love, faith in oneself, risk-taking, how to positively anticipate your future, and achieve a deeper appreciation of life and everything in it.
5. When you are not busy writing and creating, what do you do in your free time? What are your passions?
I’m passionate about my family! I spent a lot of time traveling and visiting them. I could go anywhere in the world but I always find myself preferring to be with them. Two of daughters and their families live in Michigan. We have three grandchildren… pure joy. It’s the closest I’ve come to unconditional love.
I also love to be in nature. I began running 25 years ago when I quit smoking. I ran a half marathon in Seattle last summer. Hiking is the Southwest is simply divine! If I’m not working you’ll find me outside enjoying our beautiful weather!
If you enjoyed this post, consider a free email subscription and receive my ebook, “Embrace the New Life.”Connect with me on twitter or on Facebook. How do you think you can let go of your fear? Join the discussion and let us know in comments.
take care,
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Hi Cathy,
Tess is the ‘every where lady’ at present. Great to find out more.
be good to yourselves
David
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Hi David,
You’re funny! Just so you know I plan on continuing that throughout 2012. LOL
Thanks for your support. I appreciate you.
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Hi David,
Tess has an inspiring blog – one that many enjoy reading, (as do you) so I’m glad her showcase her recent work. Fear is such an issue with addiction, so seems like a perfect fit. Thanks for stopping by. Take care.
Cathy,
Thanks for this wonderful interview. I love the work that you do. It’s truly a gift to our world.
Tess xo
Tess The Bold Lifet recently posted..It’s Here!
Hi Cathy and Tess, you are both awesome in my book!
Thanks for sharing so much of yourself here Tess, it’s great to know more about the person behind the blog. Wow, an eBook and an eCourse, you have a lot going on and have inspired me to begin creating an eCourse as well.
The web needs more great people like you Tess so congratulations on bringing your expertise online.
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Hi Justin,
Tess has an amazing blog, ebook and now ecourse. She is very inspiring to many. Take care.
Justin,
Thanks so much. I’ll look forward to your course! Knowing you it will be available soon. You inspire me as well. Thanks for stopping by.
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Tess,
You are inspiring as usual! I love your blog! I wish you the best of luck with your ecourse!!
Cathy,
Great interview!
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Hi Betsy,
Tess does inspire all of us to push harder and go for it. Now with the new ecourse, which looks wonderful we can have some tools to address our fears.
Thanks Betsy, it’s been a pleasure getting to know you and I love when you write about your family and post photos of everyone as well. One day we’ll meet;)
Tess The Bold Lifet recently posted..It’s Here!
Thanks Betsy for all of your support!
Tess The Bold Lifet recently posted..Bold Remarks for the World Changers of 2012
I just read about Tess on Betsy’s site the other day! She’s making the rounds! Good stuff.
Missy | Literal Mom recently posted..Mom? I’m Scared . . .
Thanks Missy, it’s nice to meet you!
Tess The Bold Lifet recently posted..Bold Remarks for the World Changers of 2012
Always love hearing more about Tess. And I’ve loved this book from the moment I read the title!!
Galen Pearl recently posted..In the Softness
Galen,
Thank you! The title was one of those light-bulb moments;) I’ve always love hearing your stories as well. Especially when it’s about your children. I admire your strength!
Tess The Bold Life recently posted..Bold Remarks for the World Changers of 2012
22 years old with four kids must have been an extremely difficult experience for her. She already have huge responsibilities at an early age. Being successful in the end is worth the admiration especially to have conquered many trials to get where she is now. I like the topic she covered in her blog about conquering fear. Fear is one of the factors that prevent us from moving forward. It is great that she is providing inspiration as well as advices to conquer fears.
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Hi Carol,
Welcome and thanks for stopping by. Tess’ life story is truly an inspiration. She is a wonderful role model on overcoming challenges and not letting anything stop you from living your dream.
Hi Tess and Cathy…. so nice to get to know you, Tess, and I look forward to following your blog. Your eCourse looks like it’ll be a tremendous help to those suffering with addiction in their family. And congratulations on your 40th anniversary — that’s wonderful!! Lisa
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Hi Lisa,
The ecourse will be a wonderful resource for those with addiction in the family as well anyone having issues with fear. Fear can stop us cold and dictate our life, so if we can understand what we need to do to conquer our fear, we will enhance our life.
I think it is great that she has created a sight that aims to provide strength to many. Many are having a hard time reaching their goals because of their fears. I think it is really important we find ways to control our fears.
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Hi Laura,
Fear can rule our lives if we let it. Tess leads the way in helping us understand how we can live life to the fullest and enjoy the ride. Thanks for stopping by Treatment Talk.
Cathy, my first visit to your blog – and good to find a familiar face!
Tess, you sure do get around:-)
Here’s to a very happy and BOLD year for all of us!
Arvind Devalia recently posted..Time to Be Bold and Play Big in 2012!
Hi Arvind,
Welcome! It is so wonderful to meet you. We can all learn how to be bold and face life head on from Tess.
Hi Cathy and Tess,
It’s an awesome day when you get to see a mashup post of two bloggers you like to follow.
I got to learn much more about Tess and love how positive and energetic she is. Tess really knows how to be in tune with yourself and live without fear, which is something I’m striving to get better at.
I appreciate this post,
Thanks,
Bryce
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Hi Bryce,
Tess is a great role model on how to live your best life. We can learn so much from her blog and now her ecourse. Fear can hold us back from our dreams and learning to face those fears will help us all no matter what our life challenges are.