Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Vanity Scott. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Vanity, so good to have you with us today. We’ve always been impressed with folks who have a very clear sense of purpose and so maybe we can jump right in and talk about how you found your purpose?
I think finding purpose is a lifelong journey. In church about 10 years ago, my pastor told everyone to pray and ask God for a vision of who He wants you to be. I did that and feel like I was given that vision. It was not super detailed, but I have received divine confirmation in parts of my journey along the way that I am moving in the right direction. Does it always make sense to me? No, but that’s the point. I don’t know the full scope of what He has in store for me.
I know a huge part of my purpose is being an author. Writing is my God-given talent and each of my creations connect back to Him in some way. When I feel like I am in alignment, even if I can’t see the full picture, I know that I am moving in purpose.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
I am an author and entrepreneur. My primary focus is on children’s books, but I have recently ventured into other areas, such as journal publishing, My book business is currently centered around to creating heartfelt and empowering stories that celebrate the power of self-belief, the strength of faith and the beauty of positive relationships. I have published 2 children’s books so far: A Girl & Her Grandpa and A Crown Like Mine, both available on Amazon.
I just released my new journal, From Me To You; A Grandparent to Grandkid Journal of Stories, exclusively on Amazon. This guided journal contains prompts for grandparents, both new and established, that unlock memories they wish to share with their grandchildren. I was inspired to create this journal because of the success of my first children’s book, A Girl and Her Grandpa, which celebrates the cherished relationship between a little girl and her grandfather.
I am working on other children’s books as we speak! I am also working on expanding my books into a line of products expecting to launch in 2024 and am very excited to share with the world.
To learn more about my work, please visit www.vanityhillscott.com.
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
1. Adaptability: Life changes so quickly and sometimes frequently. I have found that there is beauty in leaning into the different seasons in life. It is often uncomfortable, but any time I resisted change, it held me back from moving to the place I felt God needed me to be in. If you can remain adaptable and at least be open to what God may be trying to tell you in the season, I know it can provide value on your path. Something that really helps me in these seasons is journaling and therapy. We may not always know how to navigate new waters, so I would highly suggest a healthy outlet as you work your way through it.
2. Grace: I have had to learn (and am still learning) to give myself grace in my journey. Sometimes there are things I wish I would have known or done sooner, but that wasn’t a part of my plan. I learn the things I learn exactly when I am supposed to. Give each version of yourself over the years grace- it kicks off a healing process you may not know you need.
3. Curiosity: I am a naturally curious person. If I don’t have the answer, I usually try to find it. That has benefited me greatly in my personal and professional life. This sense of curiosity keeps me in the learners seat, where I am open to learning new things that may aid me in my journey. Most importantly, I am curious about what God is trying to tell or show me. I journal a lot, where I invite God into all areas of my life and ask for alignment. Seeking God first in all you do really opens up doors that you may not know existed.
Thanks so much for sharing all these insights with us today. Before we go, is there a book that’s played in important role in your development?
The Alchemist by Paolo Coelho. The greatest lesson that I learned from The Alchemist is that we are not meant to be given the full picture upfront because it takes away from the journey. If God shows us the entire journey from start to finish, we would be less inclined to enter the seasons that transform us. That is so powerful to me. Times get challenging and re-reading this book is such a helpful reminder that there is beauty and value in the journey.
Contact Info:
- Website:www.vanityhillscott.com
- Instagram: writtenbyvanity
Image Credits
Photo 1 By: For Beauty Sake Photo 2 By: Peculiar People Productions
