My story

I am an author residing with my husband in McCormick, South Carolina. My purpose is to shine my light, enabling others to discover their paths. For a long time, though, I resisted this calling.

Once I understood that God is not the judgmental being I was raised with but is ALL LOVE, it inspired me to explore spirituality in a more authentic, broader context.

I began studying with spiritual teachers, practicing yoga and meditation. They aligned with my belief that we are all connected, people, nature, and the universe.

In October 2021, I learned about Medium, a website for writers, and how people of all ages made genuine connections through their writing. So, in January 2022, after reading many stories, I published my first one titled, Cancer: A Positive Teacher.

Today, I am part of a community of writers on Medium. I share the wealth of personal stories I’ve written over the years and respond to others whose stories connect with the truth of who I am. They are like-minded people sharing sincerity and honesty through their writings. They honor each other’s work in gratitude and genuine support.

Terry sitting reading a book

“My purpose in life is to shine my light, so others can find their path.”

Books have been a part of who I am for as long as I can remember. I used to fantasize that one day, after I'm long gone, my life would become a book, and someone will pull it out of a shelf and take it home. Then, hopefully, they'll find it an excellent read.

And here I am. I recently published my first book, The Birth of a Jewel, representing a collection of personal stories, pulled from Medium, that significantly shaped who I am today. I am excited to share the wisdom I have found in the life lessons I have accumulated over the years. Thank you in advance for pulling this book off a shelf in a library, store, or online. Know that you are supporting my dream, and I am honored and in gratitude. Thank you!

If you'd like to know more about Medium or my writings, don't hesitate to get in touch with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrypottinger/ to start a conversation. You can also find me on https://medium.com.