Jean Costa is a life-long journaler. Her approach to daily writing led her to the art of creating positive affirmations. Once she found an approach to self-talk that was both powerful and effective, she put it into Creating Positive Affirmations, Living an Intentional Life and Choosing Your Words, Crafting Your Life. Her desire is to give others the same life-enhancing tool that has improved every aspect of her life. Jean is a native New Yorker who has resided in North Carolina for over thirty five years. Her first degree is in education from St. John’s University. She also has a Masters in Social Work from UNC. She is a registered yoga teacher and a certified spiritual director. She is married to Sandy Costa, attorney and author.