35: Edward Cozza: The Life Purpose of an Award Winning Fiction Author

In this episode, Edward Cozza, Award Winning Fiction Author, discusses his books, Nowhere Yet and Near Somewhere, his writing career, the high personal cost of business travel, and the importance of true personal connections with people all around you.
 “Anyone can do what they want to do. You want to write a book, you want to ride a bike, you want to paint a picture, you want to play a musical instrument- you can do all those things. Just do it. There’s nothing holding you back.”– Ed Cozza
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About Edward Cozza

Colorado native Edward Cozza is a fiction writer and humorist. He is a teller of human tales and enjoys public speaking with an audience who believes in taking the time to unplug, connect and being mindful of time spent with loved ones. He now lives in Southern California with his wife and dogs: Maker’s Mark in one hand, pen and paper in the other.
….In this show….

Edward Cozza’s Life Purpose

• To write and inspire people to go places and do things they will enjoy.
• To look after and stay connected with the people he loves and cares about.

Life Purpose Ah-Ha Moments

• Ed Cozza felt that everything “made sense” when he started writing and the characters in his book began to come to life.

Major Life Events that Hinted at Your Life Purpose

• Ed Cozza saw people who traveled frequently and grew disconnected from their loved ones and realized that was not what he wanted for himself.
• Self preservation for himself and his family.
• He makes the time and effort to go somewhere he has read or heard about.
• Working in the telecomm business showed him that people shouldn’t always be on the phone or in their computer, and should, instead, be present in the moment.

Spiritual Belief

• Describes his spiritual belief to be “Connection”- being consciously connected with people, nature and the present moment.
• Writing, listening, traveling, and talking to others help him with feeling connected.

Recommended Personal Growth Resource or Practice

• Stating your intention.
• Finding and working towards being connected wherever you’re located.
• Paying attention to his dogs.

Edward Cozza’s Wisdom on Igniting Life Purpose and Personal Growth

“Anyone can do what they want to do. You want to write a book, you want to ride a bike, you want to paint a picture, you want to play a musical instrument- you can do all those things. Just do it. There’s nothing holding you back.”

Interview Links and Special Offers from this Episode

• Edward Cozza’s Website
• Email at ECwriter@me.com
• Facebook Page
• Upcoming Events
  • Book Signing, Warwick’s, La Jolla, CA
    • June 2nd at 7PM
  • Wine Tasting and Book Signing, Meritage Wine Market
    • Summer, 2015 (Details available soon on Edward’s Website).
  • Listen in and check Edward’s website for other events.
• Great Offer! First 25 people to read Near Somewhere and post review on Amazon or GoodReads with a confirmation email to Ed Cozza, will be sent a signed copy of his first book, Nowhere Yet.

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