Addicted to Codependency and Writing - Mimi Wahlfeldt's First Book Breaks The Chain

https://get.castmagic.io/TheDeadManWalkingPodcast To contact Fred, repeatedly.dead.fred@gmail.com To contact PR, myles@hiltz2.com To find Fred's memoir, https://bit.ly/3mwDpit To contact Mimi Wahlfeldt, visit authormimi.com Alternative titles: 1 Forks, Knives, and Life's What Ifs: Mimi Wahlfeldt's Journey 2. Addiction, Codependency, & the Power of Storytelling with Mimi Wahlfeldt 3. From Marketing to Memoir: Mimi Wahlfeldt's Literary Adventure 4. The Struggles/Triumphs of Debut Author: Mimi Wahlfeldt Shares Her Story Summary: In this engaging episode of The Dead Man Walking Podcast, host Repeatedly Dead Fred interviews Mimi Wahlfeldt about her debut novel, "Forks and Knives." Mimi shares her journey from Colorado graduate student to published author, discussing how the book serves as a fictionalized exploration of her own experiences and life's "what ifs." The conversation delves into the challenges of memory, relationships, and addiction, as Mimi opens up about her husband's hidden drinking problem and its impact on their marriage. She also touches on the importance of familial support and the unique dynamics of marrying into a family with no relatives. As Mimi navigates the final stages of her book's release, she discusses the excitement and struggles of self-promotion, the support of her inner circle, and her plans for future writing projects. The episode concludes with Mimi sharing her background as the daughter of talented, self-taught writers and her path to becoming a storyteller through the guidance of her husband and fellow writers. Lessons Learned/Takeaways: 1. Embracing vulnerability and drawing from personal experiences can lead to powerful storytelling and connections with readers. 2. Surrounding oneself with a supportive network, both personally and professionally, is crucial for navigating the challenges of the writing and publishing process. 3. Addiction and codependency are complex issues that affect not only the individual struggling but also their loved ones, and it's important to shed light on these challenges and provide resources for support. #RepeatedlyDeadFred #IntermittentFasting #DeathAndNearDeath #MentalHealth #OvercomingAdversity #GinStephens #FastFeastRepeat #IntermittentFastingStories #TheSummerIDiedTwentyTimes #TheDeadManWalkingPodcast #MimiWahlfeldt #ForksAndKnives #Addiction #Codependency #FamilyDynamics #MarriageStruggles #SelfPromotion #WritingCommunity #MarketingToWriting #JournalToNovel #WritersGroup #BlackRoseWriting #BookReadings #RecoveryResources #AddictionSupport #CrimeDramaNovel #WritingInspiration #SelfTaughtWriters 00:00 - Introduction and Castmagic sponsorship 01:12 - Mimi Wahlfeldt's background and move to Colorado 02:45 - "Orcs and Knives" as a fictionalized exploration of Mimi's experiences 04:18 - Struggles with memory and blind dates 06:01 - Mimi's husband's hidden drinking problem and its impact on their marriage 08:23 - Seeking familial support in New York and the challenges of marrying into a family with no relatives 10:56 - Final stages of book release and Mimi's struggles with self-promotion 13:39 - Mimi's husband's own writing projects and her second book 16:12 - Mimi's background as the daughter of talented, self-taught writers 18:45 - Embracing retirement and the journey from journal entry to novel 21:18 - The distinction between writing and storytelling, and Mimi's path to publishing 24:01 - Mimi's marketing background and preference for face-to-face book promotion 26:34 - Addressing addiction, codependency, and providing resources for support 28:57 - The challenges of book signings with a complex last name and the inspiration behind the book's title 31:20 - Praise for Mimi's focus on the impact of addiction on families and the increasing openness in society 33:43 - Encouragement for listeners to support Mimi's book release and visit her website