Laurie HyattLaurie Hyatt, Ph.D. is the author of four books, "Silent Decision: Awareness out of Tragedy," "Tools for Living: Taking Control of Your Life," "Think Your Way to Happiness: Strategies for an Enjoyable, Meaningful Life," and "Digging Deeper: Finding Mself on Hopi and Navajo Land." An individualist and non-conformist since childhood, Laurie got her pilot's license at age 20, became a Licensed Professional Counselor at age 43, got her motorcycle license at age 47, and earned a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology from the University of Georgia, Athens, at age 60. She taught psychology courses at many colleges and universities, including Barton College, Wilson, North Carolina, and the University of North Georgia, Gainesville, Georgia. As a mental health counselor, Laurie had her own therapy businesses in Ellijay, Dawsonville, and Gainesville, Georgia, created and facilitated women's personal and spiritual growth groups, and worked for the Hopi Tribe in Second Mesa, Arizona. Laurie lives in Gainesville, Georgia, with her sweetheart, Larry, and their black cat, Kiki, where she spends hours in her vegetable and flower garden. Read More Read Less