When You Align Your Gifts With Purpose, You Become the Gift!

Back in April of this year, I felt moved to write a piece about utilizing your gifts (if you have not seen it, you can read it here).  At the time, I had no idea that some six months later, I would be asked to conduct a breakout session at an annual Music & Arts seminar being hosted by two of my lifelong friends.Well, in not wanting to commit too quickly, I responded, “Let me think about it.  Can I give you an answer tomorrow?”  My friend agreed and we…

Having Faith Under Fire: Part II

In this, the conclusion of a two-part monologue, author Matt D. Talford discusses the vital element critical to overcoming any challenge. Part Two of Two-Part Video Monologue (This video was originally recorded in January, 2018.  For more information on the book or to purchase, visit www.mdtalford.com/ff2f)   Matt D. Talford is a writer, narrator, and the author of “From Fear to Faith: A Survivor’s Story”  – a memoir about overcoming a rare form of what he calls “the C-word.”  The book is currently available in paperback on this website—click the…

Having Faith Under Fire: Part I

What does it mean to have courage under fire?  In the following monologue, author Matt D. Talford delves into the topic, finding it increasingly challenging as he reminisces. Part One of a Two-Part Video Monologue (This video was originally recorded in January, 2018.  Part II will be available on Thursday, 10/25/2018.  For more information on the book or to purchase, visit www.mdtalford.com/ff2f)     Matt D. Talford is a writer, narrator, and the author of “From Fear to Faith: A Survivor’s Story”  – a memoir about overcoming a rare form…

Monday Morning Mood Lift

Who doesn’t like to start their work week off with a little chuckle?  I hope this one does the trick for you!  Happy Monday!   Matt D. Talford is a freelance journalist and the author of “From Fear to Faith: A Survivor’s Story”  – a memoir about overcoming a rare form of what he calls “the C-word.”  The book is currently available in paperback on this website—click the “Products” link in the menu—and at Amazon.com.  It is also available in eBook format on Amazon Kindle and Apple iBooks, and in…

Survivor or Warrior – Time to Change the Narrative?

Matt D Talford, Author

Author Matt D. Talford on why he prefers the term “warrior” to “survivor.” Matt D. Talford is a freelance journalist and the author of “From Fear to Faith: A Survivor’s Story”  – a memoir about overcoming a rare form of what he calls “the C-word.”  The book is currently available in paperback on this website—click the “Products” link in the menu—and at Amazon.com.  It is also available in eBook format on Amazon Kindle and Apple iBooks, and in audiobook (narrated by Talford himself) at audible.com, and at many other sites…