# Writing Through The Storm

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Podcast: [Friends from Wild Places](https://stenobird.com/podcast/friends-from-wild-places-5319610)
Published: 2026-04-18T17:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

When COVID-19 derailed his aviation career, Franklin Moya used the unexpected downtime to finally pursue a lifelong dream of writing. This episode explores how to transform professional instability into a catalyst for creative reinvention and personal purpose.

## Highlights
- Main idea: Unexpected career disruptions can serve as necessary catalysts for long-dormant creative ambitions
- Practical takeaway: Use periods of professional downtime to build the foundational skills needed for your next venture
- Failure mode: Relying on disorganized or unstable publishing partners can compromise the quality of your creative work
- Lesson: Protecting your mental and emotional energy from toxic environments is vital for long-term physical health
- Main idea: A stable job can serve as a 'means to an end' that provides the resources and schedule necessary to build a secondary passion

## Topics

Career Reinvention, Creative Writing, Mental Health, Aviation Industry, Self-Improvement, Publishing, Resilience, Illustration

## Chapters
- 1:00 — The Pandemic Pivot: Franklin describes how losing his cabin crew training due to COVID-19 forced him to confront his long-held writing ambitions.
- 3:00 — Publishing Challenges: The difficulties of working with a struggling publisher and the importance of editorial quality.
- 5:00 — Redefining Success: A conversation about shifting perspectives on what it means to be successful in life and career.
- 7:00 — Creative Expansion: Discussing the transition from author to illustrator and the nuances of bilingual creative work.
- 10:00 — Signs and Synchronicity: Reflecting on the recurring themes of travel and Switzerland in Franklin's life journey.
- 14:00 — Building the Foundation: How Franklin uses his current role to fund and facilitate his growth as a public speaker and artist.
- 21:00 — The Cost of Toxicity: A powerful lesson on the physical and emotional toll of absorbing negativity in high-stress service roles.

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