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Sep 29Liked by Tracy Mansolillo, Kristina God

This is so heartfelt! Thanks for sharing it and for doing what you do. Appreciate it!

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Sep 24Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

I did and still am.

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Sep 22Liked by Tracy Mansolillo, Kristina God

No one’s too late to chase a dream after all…

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Sep 20Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

This was so affirming!! I began writing again in my 40s and sometimes I feel I’m a bit late to the game. This was a healthy reminder that it’s never too late to chase your dreams and believe in yourself. Thank you!

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It's never too late, Mica! Keep chasing your dreams and hold that beleif in yourself.

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Sep 20Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

Started my writing career at 61. Haven’t made a dime. Loving it just the same!

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Someimtes it's not about the money, Nikki. Love that you started and more impotantly that you love writing!

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Sep 18Liked by Kristina God

What format do you think is more effective for sharing in-depth insights: articles or videos?

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Kristina may have a different opinion, but I believe articles are best for my readers.

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Sep 17Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

Tracy’s Toolbox has helped me, she always has great reminders and examples. My journey is completely different from hers, Tracy’s example of reliance helped me on my path. I totally appreciate her.

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We’ve shared and learned from each other, Marjorie. So glad to be on this journey together. 💕

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Likewise!!! :-)

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Sep 17Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

I love this. There is so much to unpack and digest. After working long hours day in and day out, I started writing again after many years of writing for academic purposes. I am now just sharing what I want to share. I started a year ago, and I am just joining this place and feeling around to see what is here. I started writing again at 54, now 55...see what happens

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Terrific! I love that you’re writing and sharing what you want to share. As for age…. Just a number. Look forward to reading your Substack.

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Sep 17Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

I’m 55 years old, and after a long and winding path through very different professions, I’ve returned to my true passion: writing.

I left everything behind and started writing, as I should have done over 30 years ago.

I have no regrets, other than not having done it sooner.

Around me, I see a sea of young writers with whom I have to compete, but I immediately consider them colleagues, and so we become friends.

I’m multilingual, and in Italy, writers who start after 40 are really rare. Starting at 55 is seen as something quite extraordinary, admirable, and, I believe, a bit pathetic.

Since I’ve been writing on Medium and Substack, I’ve noticed that crossing paths with a 60-year-old starting a writing career is completely normal.

This has given me a lot of motivation to keep going, just like reading your article.

Thank you so much, Tracy.

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Riccardo, I’m thrilled that you’ve found your way back to writing and you’ve connected with so many writers over 40/50+. I’m learning Italian ( again) and looking forward to taking my son on his first trip to Italy. Although all my family is from Italy they didn’t speak Italian at home. I studied Italian throughout school but it’s harder to master a language when you don’t use it. I started taking classes a year ago to refresh and would love to become multi- lingual.

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Sep 17Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

Wooww, I’m happy about this.

The Italian language is very beautiful. It has a truly infinite palette of tones.

You can describe anything in a thousand ways without ever getting tired of it.

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Si la lingua italiana è molte bella! ( I think that’s a decent sentence🤣)

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Sep 17Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

Yeah! Perfect!

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Grazie!

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Sep 17Liked by Tracy Mansolillo, Kristina God

At 50, you’re still a youngster! I published my first book at age 72 and have no plans of stopping until I run out of things to say :-).

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How wonderful, Elizabeth- congratulations!

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Sep 17Liked by Tracy Mansolillo, Kristina God

Of course you can. I'm doing it right now! It's never too late so long as you're on the sunny side of the grass!

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Absolutely, Dawn. I’ve met incredible writers here on Substack, writing for the first time or becoming published after 70!

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Sep 17Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

Yes, I am.

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Sep 17Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

Amazing story of love and resilience ❤️

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Janet, it all starts with love - self love and love of others. The ability to support and care for others leads to great opportunities and lessons.

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So true Tracy 🫂

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Can't wait to feature a guest post from you, Janet! See you later

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Thank you for being so patient Kristina 🙏

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Sep 17Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

Great article, Kristina!

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Thank you reading and commenting Mladena. I’m glad it resonated with you.

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Wonderful to hear. Tracy will reply later. Hugs, Kristina

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Sep 17Liked by Kristina God, Tracy Mansolillo

Super article. Thanks Kristina for bringing Tracy to your big audience ~ Tracy your story is testament to you being such a force 💎🚀

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Danusia, I’m thrilled to be a part of the force 🚀club. You and Kristina are leading the way.

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She's a force. Love that she's a part of our tribe and a bootcamper. Loved you cozy writing nook :)

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Sep 17Liked by Tracy Mansolillo, Kristina God

Hi Kristina,

Thank you for presenting Tracy. What a powerful story she has and what a powerful message she delivers. That's another reason why I am here on Substack, to be surrounded by such amazing people like yourself and Tracy is to me a priviledge.

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Hi Yannis, thank you for your kind words. Substack is a community of writers who truly want to help and support others and I’m honored that Kristina featured my story. By helping others we all become stronger.

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Hi Yannis, it's the BEST place to be at the moment to tab into a community and build your own. Find YOUR people. Thanks so much for your wonderful feedback. Tracy will reply later and I bet she'll be super happy about ALL the lovely comments here. Thanks for being part of the community.

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