Tell Me What It’s Like with Raine Media. Laurie discusses Why she decided to go to a Buddhist monastery after trying many other forms of help, how the experience changed the way she saw her marriage and gave her the strength to leave it, and the lessons she carried forward about openness, desire, and letting go. Listen on Spotify or at Raine Media.
The Art of Feminine Negotiation with Cindy Watson. Laurie shares her journey and explains what emotional abuse looks and feels like from the inside, the red flags of an abuser, and shares steps and a roadmap for anyone ready to negotiate their freedom and reclaim their power. Listen on Apple.
Design Your Life Your Way with Gloria Rand. A fascinating conversation. Topics covered include: Healing after divorce at midlife and the courage it takes to leave, reinventing yourself over 50, meditation as a spiritual and practical healing tool, self-compassion after years of self-sacrifice, embracing impermanence as a path to freedom. Watch on YouTube.
Productivity Smarts with Gerald J. Leonard. Laurie and Gerald explore how silence sharpens listening and emotional intelligence, why productivity breaks down when mental and emotional blocks go unaddressed, and how small baby steps can dissolve feelings of being stuck. Listen on Apple.
Zen Success: A fascinating discussion covering how spirituality and the Buddha’s teachings can transform lives, heal trauma, and help spiritual seekers rediscover their true self and self-worth. Listen on Spotify.
Fraternity Foodie Podcast: Laurie explains how college students can bring mindfulness into their day, the role of physical health in supporting emotional and spiritual wellbeing, what misconceptions about health and wellness she sees most often, and how anyone can start a meditation practice their for better mental health and to combat stress. Watch on Youtube. Or Listen on Spotify.
In the Limelight with Clarissa Burt: Laurie shares her story of triumph and freedom from abuse. Covered topics include resilience, relationships, empowerment, and how abused women can get unstuck and learn to trust again. Watch on Youtube. Or Listen on Podbean.
The Happy Meemaw Podcast: Laurie discusses how her life was transformed while attending a silent retreat at a Buddhist monastery, enabling her to escape an abusive marriage and find peace, joy, and ultimately herself. Listen on Spotify.
The Creativity Show: An interesting panel discussion focusing on the creative process, music, writing and beyond. Watch on YouTube.
In-Person Appearances
July 26, 2025 — Book signing, Barnes and Noble, Fredericksburg, VA, Noon — 5:00 pm
August 14, 2025 — Author Q & A, Fredericksburg Food Coop Book Club, 1:00 pm & 7:00 pm
September 6, 2025 — Author Talk and luncheon, Beth Sholom Temple, Fredericksburg, VA, Noon —3:00 pm
September 24, 2025 — Author Q & A, Lake of the Woods Book Club, 7:00 pm — 8:30 pm
September 27, 2025 — Love, Light Wellness Festival, Fredericksburg, VA, 11:00 am — 5:00 pm
October 4, 2025 — Fredericksburg Independent Book Festival, Riverfront Park, 10:00 am — 4:00 pm
October 20, 2025 — Author Q & A, Lake of the Woods Book Club, 7:00 pm
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