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In this episode of The Art of Imperfect Adulting, Amy Stone sits down with Matthew James Jones—a Canadian writer, veteran, and educator living in France—to talk about his decision to leave a secure military career to become a writer. They discuss how his military experiences shaped his creative journey, the challenges of transitioning careers, and the personal cost of confronting trauma through storytelling. The conversation is candid, insightful, and sprinkled with humor about life, art, and the adventure of adulting imperfectly.
About the Guest:
Born in Canada, Matthew James Jones joined the military at 19 years old and learned to drive ships, eventually deploying to Afghanistan. With 13 years of military experience, including deployment in Afghanistan and work on drone warfare doctrine, Matthew now focuses on writing, teaching, and running a fitness group (the “log gym”) for veterans.
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Quote from the Episode:
"It's impossible for me to regret the path that I've taken because it's how I got here. And it is a big step to become an artist and to say, 'Oh, yeah, that's what I do now.'" — Matthew James Jones
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Where to Find the Book:
Predators, Reapers, and Deadlier Creatures by Matthew James Jones available from Double Dagger Books https://www.matthewjamesjones.com/
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The Art Of Imperfect Adulting

The Art Of Imperfect Adulting

The Art Of Imperfect Adulting