We had the good fortune of connecting with Zoë Dee and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Zoë, what do you attribute your success to?
The most important factor behind my success, the success of. my brand and the success of my business is simple – I want to fulfill my purpose. I’ve had so many times where I could have lost my life. Throughout my life, I have dealt with depression and suicidal tendencies – but still I am here. I had an accident that should have killed, and ultimately I have had spiritual experiences that should have cost me my mind and/or my life – yet I am still here. One day, I simply made a choice to not only live – but live on purpose, to fulfill my purpose. It’s that one factor that continues to fuel me.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I’ve been a writer since the age of nine, but I did not officially take my writing seriously until much later in life. What has set my writing apart is that I chose to use my art to uplift, encourage, and be a voice of deliverance with my words. At one point in my life, I did not – I wrote material that was relatable, but did not heal. I wrote material that entertained, but did not set my audience free from the battles that meant the most to me. When I made the decision to say yes to my purpose, I made the decision to place my life front and center for others to see. In doing this, I have been allowed to be a vessel in which true healing, deliverance, and encouragement flows through. This is what sets me apart. The journey has not been easy and I have battled with this gift for a long time; particularly because the topics I write about are generally swept under the rug. However, it goes back to purpose. It is the purpose of my writing that allows me to overcome. In this journey I have learned to stay focused on the goal, the purpose and let the distractions fall as they may. Distractions always come; especially when you’re on the brink of great breakthroughs. I simply keep writing, and keep my eyes on fulfilling my purpose. My books, my brand are not for everyone. That is a key lesson I’ve learned and if I could say anything to the world – that would be it. My books seek those who are looking for them. I seek women that are looking for me. My books are not popular in the culture we’re in, but for those seeking the “life” it gives – they shall find it.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I would first of all take them to the spa! I absolutely love the spa. It represents just about everything that I desire in life: peace, healing, and relaxation. I could spend an entire day or two just at the spa alone to unwind and prepare for fun. My next spot would be food! I strive to live a vegan lifestyle so all of the vegan spots would have to be on the itinerary! Then I’d like to check out art museums, water parks (depending on the season), shopping malls, and places with live music!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Absolutely, first and foremost my lord husband “Don Dulli” deserves the biggest shoutout. Without him, I wouldn’t be fulfilling my purpose – as a wife, mother, or writer, or entrepreneur. He has been my biggest fan since day one, as I have been his. He believes in me and shows it. I’d also like to shout out my spiritual accountability, my senior and youth pastors – without their commitment to the ministry I don’t know what kind of woman I would be. I’d also like to give honor to my mother, who played a significant role in my life by setting the foundation to the woman I was destined to become, along with my godmothers, and other teachers that helped to mold me in my youth and adulthood.

Website: www.witnesslegend.com/zoedeepseaks

Instagram: www.instagram.com/zoedeespeaks

Facebook: www.facebook.com/zoedeespeaks

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@zoedeespeaks1930/about

Other: https://zoedeespeaks.gumroad.com

Image Credits
Alana Grace Don Dulli

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