Now's the time that the media can't find enough psychologists, grief counselors, sociologists, etc. Assuming you have the credential, how do you put yourself out there without feeling a little ghoulish?
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Ok. Let's say you're interviewed because you have useful things to say about a tragedy, is it OK to display or promote your book, or is that too crass?
I think that it would depend on the way you do it...there has to be some sort of opening...like being asked where someone could begin the healing process. Then you could mention a few ways they could begin and mention your book as one (obviously you'd mention other ways for people who may not be able to afford your book). But in the interview, you could probably mention that you'll be giving away 4 or 5 books - find a way to do this. When your book helps those people, they won't forget that and will recommend your book to others or even find a way to buy it for their loved ones. I think it's a balance of sensitivity and the knowledge that what you have to offer will be valuable to those people.
Haseena, I like your idea. I do think one can, in the proper context, mention an appropriate healing book they have written....Hopefully not their latest murder mystery or how to have sexy hair!LOL But the idea that xx number of copies of an appropriate book would be made available, free of charge to victims and their family or friends, could be very helpful.
Well, you might want to puff it up a bit so they know how much you known and get a sense of how well you can talk about it. Don't over-diversify yourself or they might assume you're a dillitant. You should also send it both digitally and hard copy to the attention of the producers. Get names if you can.
Well to answer the question, I think that putting yourself out there requires a sincerity and the will to honestly help people - it all depends on your motives which will be reflected in the energy you put out. People will pick up on the fact that you truly want to help...or that you don't. I don't think it's a bad thing to put yourself out there. After all, when people are going through a tragedy/crisis, they don't have the energy to look for someone to help them through it.
I actually think it's OK to circulate a media release that you're qualified to discuss certain topics, especially when your expertise becomes more relevant.
Jeff..That is an interesting idea... never thought of a media release. I wrote letters to the local newspapers with a perspective on what indiviuals could do to not feel so powerless in these situations ...They weren't published. I don't know if the media is ready for my perspective on individual responsibility for thoughtforms, actions and attitudes and how to shift human consciousness.... But I may try to figure out a media release....not sure what I would call myself an expert in....Hmmm I'll have to work on that.
The media maintains data bases of people who are qualified to talk about specific issues, and then they might contact you as needed and you don't have to chase them as much.
Jeff...So, just send them a sort of resumee of my areas of expertise... and they keep that on file? newspapers, radio stations, magazines? All of the above? I really like this idea....Thanks.
And typically when a tragedy occurs, it takes many specialists in many different fields to create a think-tank of explanations and understanding. Surprise events are never simple, so it's a great opportunity for new information, or unpopular information, to come into the spotlight. This creates a great platform for the authors and experts to be acknowledged. All tragedies ARE controversial and stimulate debate, but at least the "need to understand" does create a "market." Vaccines, fracking, diet sweeteners, Earth changes, social psychosis......all uncomfortable topics. Too bad some of these controversial books can't come out BEFORE the tragedies. The market seems to open up AFTER they occur.
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