Serving Humanity

Author Interview
Deidre M Bastian Author Interview

“Unplug…Take Back Your Power” is a transformative journey into the heart of human resilience, guiding readers to cultivate a positive outlook, embrace life’s challenges, and reclaim their innate strength. Why was this an important book for you to write?

Initially I envisioned this book would be an ideal outlet for organizing my thoughts and expressions and seemingly the aspiration to become an author seem to remain stuck on my bucket list, so I took a shot at removing it. Moreover, it is my view that if the use of my small voice can propel readers to think deeper and not be afraid to want better for themselves, then I would’ve fulfilled a larger purpose in life.

Can you share an experience or incident from your own life that directly inspired the concepts discussed in the book?

I have incorporated strong views in my book which reflects my true beliefs, and personality; nonetheless as a young adult I considered myself a conduit for empowering and uplifting others who felt hopeless, powerless, or defeated. This I believe is a trait inherited from my deceased mother.

What is more, Unplug was written at a difficult time in my life as I was still grieving the death of my mother, who always encouraged me via many examples to use my “words and heart” to affect change; Notably, some of the titled chapters such as: “Using words to heal and not to hurt”, “Never fearing failure”, “Loving all of who you are”, and in particular….“Enriching life by giving” were personal projections and strategically written not only to inspire my readers but myself as well. The chapter I wrote regarding “Grief” was written in honor of her.

Each section of your book concludes with an empowering call to action: “Unplug!” Could you tell us more about the significance of this phrase and how you hope readers will apply it to their own lives?

Yes “Unplug…Take Back Your Power” takes us on a transformative journey, guiding readers to not only cultivate and embrace life’s challenges; but to reclaim innate strength and stand strong. At times it is so important that we “Unplug” from some of life’s hassle that seems to weigh us down and thereafter recharge and start again.

‘Personal reinvention”, no doubt requires a change for the sake of a larger purpose.

What do you hope is one thing readers take away from your book?

Having a genuine concern towards serving humanity, my hope is that readers reclaims the aspects of their lives that have fallen victim to the pressures of modern society and contemporary living conditions. It is also my hope that they appreciate that: “everything in this life belongs to us through God but we must create the capacity to receive it”.

Surely it’s a rewarding feeling when approached by readers to hear compliments such as, “Your book is so powerful and profound”, “It is a keepsake” or “I have read your entire book and it has given me a new outlook on life.

It’s so very humbling.

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