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Tonja Evetts Weimer
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Tonja Evetts Weimer

Author Revealed:
Q. How would you describe perfect happiness?
A. My first response to that question is: my life. However, in saying that, I realize that my happiness is not something that "just happened". It took a good deal of trial and error, constantly seeking insight to put the pieces together.
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Tonja Evetts Weimer Revealed
Revealing Questions
Q. How would you describe your life in only 8 words?
A. Passionate, focused, happy, creative, fulfilling, meaningful, rewarding, lovely
Q. What is your motto or maxim?
A. You deserve a fabulous life!
Q. How would you describe perfect happiness?
A. My first response to that question is: my life. However, in saying that, I realize that my happiness is not something that "just happened". It took a good deal of trial and error, constantly seeking insight to put the pieces together.
Q. What’s your greatest fear?
A. I wouldn't say it's fear, but I have certain areas that concern me, like the rising level of poverty, substance abuse, homelessness, and for many, hopelessness.  I would like to see children and adults have greater access to educational opportunities and the affordability of that is concerning.
Q. If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would you choose to be?
A. Wherever I am is exactly where I want to be.
On Books and Writing
Q. How did you come to write Thriving After Divorce?
A. From working with people coming out of relationships that did not last, I found that over and over, they needed different tools for coping, growing, and eventually--thriving.  Just as we want to travel through our lives with greater depth, approaching our challenges creatively, transforming in a positive way from our unique experiences... that is also how we want to embrace divorce or breakups.