Interview by AllAuthor
A life-long educator, Lynn McLaughlin grew up on the outskirts of McGregor, a small town in Southern Ontario. In her book, Steering Through It, the author explains how it feels to find out she had a brain tumour as well as how she healed not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually as well. She shares her challenges and joys as a mother, a wife, a sister, a friend, a leader, and a survivor.
Another FoRk in the Road: Brain Injury Radio Interview
IN THIS EPISODE: Lynn Mclaughlin - Survivor & Author - In 2013, Lynn discovered she had a brain tumour, the size of a golfball, lodged inside her brain. That tumour turned her life upside down. Lynn writes about her experience in her book, "Steering Through It: Navigating Life, Threatening Illness Acceptance Survival and Healing."
Writer of the Week: Video Interview
A life-threatening illness crushes the world around you, and around those you love. How do we all cope with the diagnosis physically, emotionally, and spiritually? How do we move on? What are the most helpful ways to support others in crisis? In the end, what does it all mean?
The author shares her most personal thoughts, fears and triumphs over the most challenging year of her life. The voices of friends and family members ring true and move the reader to a powerfully emotional and honest reflection of one’s own beliefs and life’s purpose.
A Chat with the Author and Narrator of "Steering Through It"
Host Gwyn Olson talks to the author and narrator of Steering Through It, discussing the true story of Lynn McLaughlin's life-threatening illness and the reactions from her sisters, daughters, and father.
Writers of the World: International Women's Day Discussion Panel
Rebecca Rodarte, Debra Falasco, Lynn McLaughlin and Christine Ristaino discuss gender equality, women's empowerment and the writing process.