Stefan T.Wong didn’t originally come to me to work on his book, Talking to Crows. He actually came to get another project edited, but what happened was a reluctant writing project that became a profound and introspective creation.In this episode of “Authors Who Lead,” I talk to Stefan about his unexpected journey in writing this book, Talking to Crows, and the creativity and spiritual nature of writing.Timestamp:00:00 Harvard strategist, artist, history maker, honored professional.06:05 Publisher trashed work, a transformative moment remembered. The deep, intimate conversation led to the decision.06:59 Good ideas hinder great work, avoid them.12:23 Comparing the transformative book to The Alchemist.14:36 Book inspires and connects with personal stories.16:39 Childhood memories of walking to school independently.21:15 Encourage writing from a deeper place, capturing messages.24:25 Home, comfort, intensity, presence, freedom, unfamiliarity, understanding28:49 Evaluating, describing sacred space, deep conversations, lost time.32:18 Spiritual reawakening, presence in a divisive world.33:58 Book inspires creativity and curiosity in writing.Full show notesCOMMUNITY PROGRAMS📚 Write and Publish your bookCONNECT📷 Instagram🎬 TikTok👫🏻 Facebook💼 LinkedIn🐦‍⬛ Twitter🤝🏻 Apply to be a GuestLEAVE A REVIEW✍🏻 Review on Apple Podcasts✍️ Review on Spotify🖱️ Episode Webpage