Sydney Scott shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Good morning Sydney , it’s such a great way to kick off the day – I think our readers will love hearing your stories, experiences and about how you think about life and work. Let’s jump right in? What do you think others are secretly struggling with—but never say?
I honestly think that most of us struggle with asking for and accepting help. We may speak about our struggles and commiserate with one another, but when it comes to asking for and accepting actual help, so many of us resist. There is a mentality of “rising above it all,” and that can be good in some situations, but when we apply it to our lives when we are barely surviving, it does nothing for us. We’re not rising above, we’re struggling needlessly. We tell others to ask for help, to accept it when we offer, but we don’t take our own advice.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m a single mother or two, an educator, and a writer. What makes my books interesting are the drama from my books comes from the characters struggling with parts of themselves and there aren’t always third act break-ups because sometimes, people can work things out without needing time and space instigated by a big blow-out argument.
Currently, I am working on a series of three books that follow characters involved in a minor league baseball organization. I enjoy baseball and love the mix of romance and sports.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
That I was shy. When so many people tell you that you’re one thing, you start to believe them. I am a quiet individual, but I’m not shy. I can talk for hours on certain subjects and get very excited about many subjects: books, writing, education, social justice, baking, among other things. I just take my time finding my moment.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
I would tell my younger self that she is inherently worthy. You don’t need to justify your existence by being anything other than who you already are, a kind, caring, and thoughtful person.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Is the public version of you the real you?
Very much so. Something I have always wanted in both my writing and the way I present myself to the world is authenticity. I research for all of my novels to present the most realistic world and characters possible and when I go to events, post on social media, or talk about myself, I try to be as honest and forthright as possible. There is no picture perfect presentation to others. I show the mess because life if mess, so why hide what’s real?
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. When do you feel most at peace?
When I’m outside, away from everything that reminds me of work, chores, the day to day. I love getting into the wilderness, the mountains and feeling the breeze on my face, smelling grass and earth. It’s grounding, healing, and I wouldn’t be able to do what I do without those moments of peace.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.sydneyscottauthor.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sydneyscottauthor/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551912517865
- Other: https://bsky.app/profile/sydneyscottauthor.bsky.social
Image Credits
Wild Bliss Photography for my portrait. All other photos are by me.
