The frog in your throat: turning life’s obstacles into opportunities with Sheral DeVaughn | Ep 124

In this episode, we sit down with Sheral DeVaughn, a seasoned communication strategist and author to chat about her journey, the inspiration behind her book “The Frog in Your Throat,” and how to turn life’s obstacles into opportunities with humour, resilience, and effective communication. 🐸 Sheral openly shares the ups and downs of her journey, from a successful radio personality to an author and endurance kayaker, all while navigating significant personal and professional challenges. She delves into the inspiration behind her book, "The Frog in Your Throat," explaining how the metaphor of the frog and the stork symbolises the fight to be heard and overcome life’s hurdles. She offers a candid look at her struggles with identity and voice after leaving the radio industry and how she used writing as a tool for catharsis and growth. Throughout the episode, Sheral provides valuable insights into the writing process, emphasising the importance of vulnerability, humour, and persistence. She shares practical advice for aspiring authors, highlighting how to find inspiration, manage the fear of a blank page, and balance life’s demands with the discipline of writing. 🐸 Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with practical writing tips, personal growth insights, and stories of overcoming challenges that will leave you motivated and ready to tackle life’s hurdles with a fresh perspective. 🐸 Sheral DeVaughn is the “Word Whisperer.” She is a 3-time #1-rated radio morning show host, podcast host, keynote speaker and professional emcee, Amazon Best-Selling author, and magazine contributor. She has spoken to global audiences and has voiced commercials and marketing pieces nationwide. She is also the founder of Speaking with Sher, a Communication Strategy and Consultation service using customized techniques to connect your voice and message to your ideal audience. She has created the messaging to launch celebrity cosmetic lines and has narrated #1-Best Selling books. 🐸 Find out more about Sher and connect with her online: Website: https://speakingwithsher.com/ Book: https://thefroginyourthroat.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/speakingwithsher/