Episode 167: Overcoming Fear, Owning Your Voice & Writing Your Truth with Editor George Verongos

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Let yourself slow down, breathe, and return to the truth: your story matters more than you know.

If you’re a writer, creator, or someone longing to express yourself more fully, this episode will meet you right where you are.

Today, I’m joined by someone who has been a profound part of my own writing journey—George Verongos, my editor, creative partner, and trusted guide. We’ve walked through early drafts, breakthroughs, doubts, rewrites, and the sacred moments of clarity that shape every book.

George has supported many authors, but what makes him extraordinary is the way he honors the emotional and spiritual side of writing. He has that rare ability to make you feel seen, safe, and capable of saying what you came here to say.

This is a warm, grounded, and inspiring conversation about creativity, healing, purpose, and learning to trust your voice.

In this episode, we explore:

  • How to move through fear, resistance, and self-doubt

  • Why writing often feels lonely — and how to stay connected to yourself

  • The spiritual nudges that guide meaningful creative work

  • Lessons George has learned from supporting many authors

  • How storytelling becomes a pathway to healing and clarity

  • Why your voice matters more than you realize

This episode is perfect for writers, creatives, seekers, or anyone finding their way back to their purpose.

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More about George Verongos:

George Verongos was born and raised in the Midwest, where he developed a lifelong love of books and music. A high school dropout, George went on to graduate from the Evergreen State College in 1995, with concentrations in audio engineering, ethnomusicology, and modern American literature. After a few years of playing in bands, he undertook postbaccalaureate studies in secondary English education at Indiana University South Bend while working at his family’s Greek restaurant. After earning his teaching license, Verongos taught English and writing from New Jersey to Oregon and a few points in between. In 2010, George founded LiteraryServices.net, dedicated to providing independent authors access to professional publishing services. 

Since then, George has edited many books, including works by bestselling and award-winning authors such as Terry Lovelace and Dr. Bruce Solheim. In addition, he has written and published a collection of short stories based on his childhood called My Dad is Dead and Other Funny Stories. He also co-wrote a screenplay with Lovelace based on his bestselling book, Incident at Devil’s Den. Verongos currently lives in the magical Northwest with his partner Zoë and their feline overlord, Baba Ghanoush.

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