Cynthia Ousley-Garey discusses new release, “The Mind is a Battlefield”

Cynthia Ousley-Garey tells iUniverse about her new book, The Mind is a Battlefield.

Please briefly describe your book..

The Mind is a Battlefield: Break Free from the Shackles is an overview of how to fight spiritual battles wielding the power of God’s word. Whether the wars are spiritually, physically, or mentally, the Bible can show us the proven, God –given strategies to overcome them all.

It is a blueprint for people from all walks of life and all places geographically, on how to fight procrastination, accusation, low Self-esteem, Physical beating, and so much more.

And can you tell us a little about yourself?

I embraced the Entrepreneurship and is the CEO founder of God’s Divine Purpose For Your Life Ministry. A (501(c) (3) Nonprofit organization, where I help people become Self- Sufficient. I am also the author of Overcoming Obstacles in Your Walk with God: You Can Make It. In addition, I am a mentor at St Louis College Prep, helping scholars with Reading/Fluency abilities as well as building mentor/mentee rapport.

I experienced spiritual battles of the soul when I was only eleven years old, and these experiences have prepared me to walk in God’s power. I have accepted Christ as my Lord and Savior, and speaks God’s Word out loud as a way to combat the evil forces of darkness. I am pursuing a degree in Psychology, and my desire is to see everyone receive salvation; I continues to minister God’s word and mentor others from all walks of life.

I am married, have three children’s and three grandchildren’s. I am also, a member of Faith Miracle Temple church, located in St Louis Mo.

Do you have any particular literary influences?

Likewise, I’ve always wanted to write a book, but the past 32 years, I experienced many obstacles in my life which delayed me from writing. However, not that I’ve stop experiencing obstacles, I am more aware of using the right weapons and tools I need to fight them. After reading many books over the past years 2 years, the books influenced me the most is ‘The Reason for My Hope”, by Billy Graham. “Promises Prayers, for Women”, “ You’re God’s Girl”, by Wynter Pitts. Overcoming Obstacles in Your Walk with God”, written by the author myself. They shape my character, inspired, and motivated me. Not only through the years, but in today’s time.

Essentially, I could not have written any books if it had not been for Jesus. With that being said, the primary influencer/inspiration in my life and has always been, is the Bible. The bible literally changed my entire life around and inspired me in so many ways. My way of thinking, my perspective about life, my feelings, and emotions, physically, mentally, and spiritually. Furthermore, It was when I heard the spirit of the Lord speak to me, is when I started writing my books.

What is one message you would like to convey to your readers?

Apply yourself to your goals, visions and dreams. “If you don’t make a change, change will be limited in you”. The number one rule, my quote.

Are you working on a sequel to your book?

At this time, no. In the future, yes. I would love to publish a book that continues a story or develop a theme of an previous one.

Are there any events, marketing ideas, or promotions planned for your book?

I recently went on tour and did a book signing at Barnes & Noble’s book store. In October, I’ll also be launching an event/book signing. In addition, I have been doing speaking engagement at different locations and promoting my book through social media, word of mouth, friends, and family. In the future, I’m working on getting the Booksellers Return Program.

Finally, what advice would you give to aspiring authors?

Firstly, believe in yourself. If you don’t believe in yourself, you’re telling yourself you can’t achieve your dreams in life.

Have faith that you can do what others says you cannot do.

Don’t procrastinate. Fight hard, and push towards the things you believe you can achieve or do.

Know you have a purpose in life, and you’re not here by accident.

Don’t let your thoughts imprisoned you.

Do research on things you don’t know.

Stay true to who you are.

Don’t let obstacles detour you down the wrong path.

Your obstacles are the keys to your forthcoming.

Know there’s greatness inside of you.

Don’t give up. Put your total trust in God and start your journey.

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