Long Way Home Chronicles by Maria Vargas
Long Way Home Chronicles by Maria Vargas
An Update from Paris (Q&A)
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An Update from Paris (Q&A)

Answering your questions, from the City of Light

In this episode, I share my latest adventures from New York City to Paris, recounting the magic of discovering a dream apartment and the inspiration I’ve found in the City of Light. I also answer some reader questions about my travel experiences and the challenges and rewards of writing my book.

Show Notes:

0:00 - 0:10: Introduction and warm greetings to all listeners.

0:10 - 0:39: Recap of the past few weeks, including NYC and arriving in Paris

0:39 - 2:26: Returning to Paris and the story of finding my “magic apartment” through a chance encounter.

2:26 - 3:03: Discussing the creative energy of Paris and how it influences my writing and projects.

3:03 - 5:37: Listener Question #1: My most memorable exotic meals from travels, including a unique basil drink in Turkey, sea vegetables in Japan, and unusual medical foods in Hong Kong.

5:37 - 8:02: Listener Question #2: The most rewarding and challenging aspects of writing my book, and the personal growth that comes from sharing my experiences.

8:02 - 9:57: Insights into working with a creativity coach and managing creative energy alongside other commitments.

9:57 - 12:43: Listener Question #3: The evolution of my decision to write about my travels, inspired by a love for storytelling and the encouragement from readers.

12:43 - 14:01: The impact of connecting with readers and the joy of sharing relatable experiences.

14:01 - 16:13: Encouragement for listeners to share their own creative work and the importance of supporting one another’s dreams.

16:13 - 16:38: Conclusion, thanks to listeners, and a heartfelt farewell from Paris.

Additional Resources:

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Check out my favorite book, "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho

Shoutouts to Noemie for the apartment, G for the meal question, Beverly for the book writing question, and Matt for being my first blog subscriber.

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Outro: Thank you for listening! I appreciate your support and hope you enjoyed this glimpse into my Parisian adventure. Have a wonderful day wherever you are. Au revoir!

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