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Sheryl Kraft

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About Me

When I turned 50, many things changed. For one thing, perimenopause hit and I started sleeping very little and sweating a lot. And for another, I was eternally grateful to be ushering in that new decade, after a bout with breast cancer in my mid-30’s. Midlife crisis? Not me.

I began to realize that I was still me…but different. I still doubted myself at times, but doubted myself less and forgave myself more.

I knew I looked and was older but I didn’t feel it, except for the good parts: the confidence and conviction that I mattered just as much as the next person; the ease of fitting into my skin and not itching to escape it; the knowledge that so many of my experiences – though painful, gut-wrenching sad and equally perplexing – would all add up to making me a better older person.

When my two children were in high school, I returned to school myself and happily tackled an MFA at Sarah Lawrence College in Bronxville, New York. While the experience of being a student in your 50s is somewhat akin to being dropped off in an unfamiliar neighborhood without the benefit of a cell phone or any sense of direction (a frequent nightmare of mine), I happily “endured” the three years of incredible enrichment from some of the most brilliant and generous teachers I’ve known. My diploma hangs on a wall opposite my desk in my home office, displayed in a frame purchased at Staples the day after graduation. Every so often, when I’m suffering a bout of “I’m-no-good” I steal a glance at it and my shoulders soften just a bit.

I’ve been writing about health ever since and feel so grateful and satisfied to be on this journey at this time in my life. Writing, interviewing and collaborating gives me that opportunity to quench my endless curiosity about everything around me; a chance to delve into subjects I’d always wondered about, like sleep deprivation and the benefits of Omega-3s or why some people are naturally happy while others think too damn much about how to be happy. And although I’m no longer in school, I feel like I learn something new, through my work, each and every day.

I pursue my writing like I pursue my life: with passion, conviction, joy, patience and fortitude. And if I reach just one person through my words, and am able to make a difference in their life, I am satisfied.

My portfolio covers a wide range of health, fitness, nutrition and wellness topics, written to inform, educate and empower women to take charge of their health. I’ve written about acupuncture, aging, beauty treatments and belly fat; menopause, breast cancer and diabetes; spa travel, sleep, superfoods, and so much more.

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What’s this so-called midlife, anyway?

It’s a time of tremendous change, growth and opportunity. A time to re-evaluate our choices, our experiences and ourselves. A time to take what we’ve accumulated up until now and put it to work.

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speaks realistically about what happens when we approach our 50’s and beyond

I think your website is GREAT!  It's hard to find an online space that speaks realistically about what happens when we approach our 50's and beyond.  Keep writing, and thanks for your support."
Sheryl Kraft
2016-11-29T02:25:43+00:00
I think your website is GREAT!  It's hard to find an online space that speaks realistically about what happens when we approach our 50's and beyond.  Keep writing, and thanks for your support."
https://sherylkraft.com/testimonials/readers-love-us/

A High School Student and Aspiring Writer from Australia Reaches Out…

I would love to hear a few things on the prospect from a first hand-perspective, and would be thrilled to learn more about it from you. Your advice is well valued and I’m very grateful to have such wise words from someone with such first hand experience.

I will be looking forward to reading more of your wonderful articles in the future!

Best wishes,

Mikayla

 
Sheryl Kraft
2017-01-17T13:37:55+00:00
I would love to hear a few things on the prospect from a first hand-perspective, and would be thrilled to learn more about it from you. Your advice is well valued and I’m very grateful to have such wise words from someone with such first hand experience. I will be looking forward to reading more of your wonderful articles in the future! Best wishes, Mikayla  
https://sherylkraft.com/testimonials/high-school-student-aspiring-writer-australia-reaches/

Due to your article, traffic and sales have been great this past week!

On behalf of our entire organization, we'd like to thank you so much for featuring our product in last week’s Parade Magazine. Due to your article, traffic and sales have been great this past week.! We are a small business that prides ourselves on excellent product quality and customer service. We work hard to make quality products and market them effectively but then sometimes you get a gift like your article which really takes us to the next level. We will be eternally grateful to you for choosing us as one of your eye product recommendations.

 
Sheryl Kraft
2018-12-07T02:46:56+00:00
On behalf of our entire organization, we'd like to thank you so much for featuring our product in last week’s Parade Magazine. Due to your article, traffic and sales have been great this past week.! We are a small business that prides ourselves on excellent product quality and customer service. We work hard to make quality products and market them effectively but then sometimes you get a gift like your article which really takes us to the next level. We will be eternally grateful to you for choosing us as one of your eye product recommendations.  
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I’m writing to express my admiration for the work you are doing!

I'm a young medical writer trying to get a foothold in the industry, so the portfolio you have on your website showcasing your accomplishments is something that I'm aiming to achieve.

I don't want to take up too much of your time, but I am hoping you can share some advice, tips, or guidance as I work on this, my lateral career change!

Thanks for taking the time to read this - I know you probably have much more exciting things to be doing, but just know that your work is inspiring me to continue down this writing path.

 
Sheryl Kraft
2020-02-14T14:57:09+00:00
I'm a young medical writer trying to get a foothold in the industry, so the portfolio you have on your website showcasing your accomplishments is something that I'm aiming to achieve. I don't want to take up too much of your time, but I am hoping you can share some advice, tips, or guidance as I work on this, my lateral career change! Thanks for taking the time to read this - I know you probably have much more exciting things to be doing, but just know that your work is inspiring me to continue down this writing path.  
https://sherylkraft.com/testimonials/im-writing-to-express-my-admiration-for-the-work-you-are-doing/
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