Comments | sheela_chari: You don't know until you try it.

sheela_chari

You don't know until you try it.

Sep 20, 2011 11:05

Just this Friday I spoke for the first time at a bookstore -- not counting my launch party, because that was me holding the party, and the audience were my friends coming out to support me. This was my second author event. And I find it so interesting to discover who I am when I'm not at home in front of my computer.

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public speaking, why don't you try running?, life begins

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lorrainemt September 20 2011, 17:18:07 UTC

You look like you're having fun in the photo! And I'm so glad to hear about your experience changing over from nervous to sort of enjoying it. Yay--keep up with the running, it's such a great way to feel your body coming alive especially after all the BIC time you put in.

Last but not least, your book rocks, Sheela! I am truly in awe and loving it. :)

sheela_chari September 20 2011, 18:21:00 UTC

Thank you so much, Lorraine! Glad you are enjoying the book.

I'm not really a runner, or athletic. But it did feel good the other day. I think if I can just get a bit stronger with regular exercise, I can run longer, like I used to.

anonymous September 20 2011, 17:22:23 UTC

Fifth Ave. is on the Upper East Side.

sheela_chari September 20 2011, 18:19:29 UTC

Oh my goodness - thanks for catching that. I lived both on the Upper East Side and Upper West Side, and just made a mind-slip. Changed it!

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sheela_chari September 21 2011, 14:17:53 UTC

Well - I don't want to say I'm a seasoned public speaker! It was still so hard getting up there. But I'm glad I did it, and I think I will only get better over time.

Now the running -- it's a process. And I'm still sore from the process!!

barbarabaker September 20 2011, 19:41:35 UTC

Sounds like you're getting used to this other aspect of being a writer. Hope you have a lot of fun doing it.
I tried running for awhile, but I prefer yoga. Running can be exciting though. Glad you are experiencing new things.

sheela_chari September 21 2011, 14:19:25 UTC

I tried yoga, and then I had all these joint issues so sadly I had to stop. What I like about running is that you can do it anywhere and by yourself. Wish me luck!

bogwitch64 September 20 2011, 20:42:21 UTC

I've no trouble standing up in front of a crowd. Running? Yikes! I think I'll leave that to you!

Strangely, I used to be a runner. I loved running, the freedom, the adrenaline. And then I got old! Ha!

So glad you had not one but TWO great experiences.

sheela_chari September 21 2011, 14:20:27 UTC

Both are hard in different ways, but I think putting myself where I have to do it has been key. I've been writing this morning but I hope to take a break and get there on the road for a little while.