Dani Nichols is a journalist, essayist and children’s book author. Her book, Buzz the Not-So-Brave, has won several awards. Her essays are also award-winning and she has been published in The Other Journal, Oregon Humanities, Reckon Review, Barren Magazine and more. When she's not writing, Dani works a certified therapeutic horsemanship instructor. Dani lives with her husband and three young children in Central Oregon, where she's either trying a new recipe, reading a good book, riding her horse or chasing her kids from here to kingdom come.
Social media links
instagram.com/buzzthenotsobrave
Link to website
Primary Topic: Introduction and Background
- Introduction of guest Dani Nichols
- Discussion of her work as an adaptive horsemanship instructor and author
- Her transition from journalism to working with horses
Primary Topic: Understanding Introversion
- Dani's definition of introversion as being comfortable with oneself and relying on internal guidance
- The importance of self-validation and self-directed decision-making for introverts
- Connecting introversion to Dani's career path and personal experiences
Primary Topic: Work and Career Journey
- Dani's career journey, from studying journalism to working in publishing, to becoming a horsemanship instructor and author
- The unexpected intersection of Dani's journalism background with her love for horses
- Discussing misconceptions about the journalism field and horsemanship work
Primary Topic: Writing and Authorship
- The journey of writing a children’s book about horses and therapeutic benefits
- Insight into Dani's writing process and collaboration with editors and illustrators
- The impact of becoming a mother on Dani's confidence in sharing her own stories
Primary Topic: Self-Promotion and Authenticity
- Balancing self-promotion with authenticity for introverted individuals
- Discussing the importance of finding promotional methods that align with personal values and strengths
- The impact of being true to oneself in promotional efforts
Primary Topic: Work-Life Balance
- Emphasizing the importance of part-time work and setting boundaries
- The value of sustainability and avoiding burnout in career and personal life
- Identifying favorite activities for recharging, including spending time with horses and reading
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