Have you ever felt like giving up on your dream? Like it’s taking too long, or like maybe you missed your shot? Today’s guest is a Grammy-nominated hit songwriter and public speaker, Monty Criswell. He got his first big break at age 39, after more than a decade of rejection. He’s also a colon cancer survivor whose story is a masterclass in perseverance, purpose, and the power of the late bloomer.

If you're a creative, feeling stuck or wondering if it’s “too late,” this conversation will remind you why you can’t quit now and HOW to keep going.

From this episode, you’ll learn:

-Why success later in life can be a blessing

-How to stay creative when life gets hard

-What to do when doubt creeps in

-The antidote to writer’s block

-AND the surprising power of community, faith & love

💪 This one is for the dreamers still climbing.

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