She
aspires to be a well known Author, Inspirational & Motivational Speaker.
She was brought up with very good standards, morals and self-respect. She was
always taught to be kind to others and treat them with the utmost respect. She
prays that her writings will help, encourage and inspire those that are having
the same struggles that she has had in her lifetime.
She
would like to give people hope that good things can come out of their trials
and tribulations. She would also like to encourage the hurting, the lonely and
those with low self-esteem. She wants them to know that if they will have
faith, belief and trust in God, He will do the impossible in their lives. She
states: "God is the head of my life. He is the first and foremost in all
that I do. I have learned to trust and lean on Him for all of my needs."
Dagayla
shares; "I love God with all my heart, my soul and my mind. I love and
cherish this life that He has given me and all that it has to offer. I enjoy
every moment and second that I live and breathe."
She
also would like her readers to know; "I strive to think positive at all
times. I make it a habit every morning when I awake; to first get on my knees
in prayer; thanking God for the peaceful rest and another beautiful day. She
quotes; “Today is going to be good day."
She
lives by, "the power of positive thinking." This is the day that the
LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. (Psalm 118:24)
Tell
us about the genre of your work.
I write, Christian, spiritual, inspirational,
devotional, self-help, uplifting and encouraging books that are good for the
soul, mind, body and spirit. I feel that my previous struggles can help and
assist those that might be going through the same thing. I believe our stories
are best told once we have actually walked the difficult roads ourselves.
Why
did you choose this genre?
I was going through a life-changing event at the
time when God inspired me to share my experiences to help others deal with the
same struggles. The experience of
writing while dealing with my own experiences brought healing and was
self-therapeutic as well.
How
is writing in the genre you write, different than other genre?
I feel it’s different, because when I write on a spiritual
level, it digs deeps down to the soul and very core of a person. When you can
release past pains, hurts, failures and disappointments; that is when you can
face the pain that may have been hiding within you for years. I also believe
that involving God in this kind of healing that can be very different from
other genres because only He can heal those that are hurting from the inside
out. I discuss things others are not
willing to face or talk about. When someone reads my book, I also believe that is
when the healing will begin and they will be on the road to recovery.
Can
you tell us about your book.
My first Autobiography book was released last year
titled “Waiting on God.”
Waiting on God
can be a little frustrating, especially if you have set your own clock and
timeframe as to when you want to get things done. Understand that God will get things done in
His own time. God has taught Dagayla how
to wait on Him through: Faith, Prayer and Supplication.
Title:Waiting
on God
ISBN:
978-05780731-9
And
where it can be found?
·
Rhema
Christian Center, 2100 Agler Road, Columbus, Ohio
Website:
www.dagaylajo.com
When
was it published?
September 21, 2011
Can
you give us a synopsis of this book/s?
My book is about learning from past lessons,
spiritual guidance for self-healing, forgiveness and moving on toward your
destiny with clear, heart, mind and soul. Allowing your faith, hope and love in
God, to lead you down the right path in life.
Where
do you get your ideas for writing?
I
get my ideas from my very own life lessons.
I wanted to share all that I had gone through to help others with their
own journeys.
What
is your favorite thing about your book?
My favorite thing is the scripture references that
will not only help you, but teach you how to deal with issues on a spiritual
level. Also, at the end of each chapter, I have a notes page. This will give
each reader a chance to journal their thoughts as they read my book so that they
can refer back to their notes as they deal with life issues.
Why
and when did you begin writing? Is there
any one person who had a big influence on you or encouraged you to write?
I began writing almost four years ago. No one had an
influence on my writing. I have to say
it was God who laid it on my heart to write about my past and current
experiences at the time. He helped me along the way. He gave me the words to
say and how to say them.
What
is your writing schedule?
I usually write about
an hour to three hours in the evening and sometimes if I cannot sleep, I get up
in the middle of night or early morning to get my ideas and thoughts out.
What
atmosphere do you need to write?
I need to write in a
very peaceful and quiet atmosphere.
I can write sitting on the floor, on my couch or in my bed as long as I am
comfortable and can concentrate.
What projects are you working on now, or plan
for the future?
I am currently working on another spiritual inspirational book,
and a non-fiction novel as well. My plan is to write about seven more in next
few years.
What
kind of advice or tips to you have for someone who wants to write and be
published?
If you have the desire to write, find time every
single day even if it is only for a half hour. Just find some time. Every small
paragraph will eventually become a chapter and very soon you will have a book ready
for publishing. Once completed, be sure
to do your research on whether you want to use a publisher or self-publish your
first one.
I self-published my first one and I can tell you, I
just may do the same for my next one. I have enjoyed all the things that I have
had to learn along the way and the experience I have gained. It is very easy,
but you will need the dedication, focus, patience and drive to do so it your
own.
Keep reaching for your dreams because anything is
possible! Don’t stop believing in yourself.
Are
there any other comments, advice or tips that you would give to beginning
writers?
Whatever your fears are, please let them go because,
that is the only thing holding you back. If have faith in God, fear cannot
exist. We all have gifts inside of us that are waiting to be birthed and bought
forth. Please use yours wisely.
What
do you do when you are not writing?
When I am not writing, I am either reading, my
Bible, a devotional or another book of interest. I also enjoy watching
television at times; curled up on my couch in my warm fuzzy pajamas and a big
bowl of popcorn.
Include
anything else you may wish to add.
If you believe in God, put Him first in all that you
do and trust him with all that you have, for He knows what is best for you.
If you don’t know Him, may I suggest that you seek
Him for yourself, it will be the best decision you could ever make. He will
change your life forever! God bless you!
What
“Made It” moments have you experienced in life?
· Strengthening
my Christian walk and building a strong relationship with God by allowing Him
to be the head of my life.
· Believing
and trusting in God and myself.
· Self-Publishing
my first book.
· Surviving
a life-changing event. By God’s grace I did not lose myself or my mind.
· Learning
to love me and my own company.
Note from
Sylvia: You can visit my
other blog at: http://love-faith-and-guts.blogspot.com/that features a preview to my new
book, Traveling a Rocky Road with Love, Faith and Guts.
