Relationships and Resilience

In Conversation with Author Pat Backley


Photo credit: Pat Backley

Pat’s memoir From There To Here (With An Awful Lot In Between) is sprinkled with her positive outlook and quotes to live by.

Here is one such quote that really stood out to me:

Whatever life throws at you, never give up. Just learn to adapt and change.

You’ll hear more of her passion and positivity shine through as you listen to our chat here: Relationships and Resilience 

And if you have any questions for Pat, let’s hear them in the comments. She is a font of inspiration!

You’ll find all of her books, both fiction and nonfiction on her website: Pat Backley - Author

Connect with Pat on the socials at the following links:





And I’ll leave you with one last quote from Pat that will inspire you to live the life you dream of:

Life can be tough, but try to keep smiling through the tears. When you get knocked down, get up and carry on…You never know what’s around the next corner.

Have a fabulous life 💗 

Location: Sydney NSW, Australia
Elora is a relationship writer with tips that empower you to build greater relationship success.

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