Welcome to Inspired Woman
EVERY PERSON’S STORY MATTERS.
We believe a personal story has the power to be a beacon for someone looking for hope. We’re on a mission to uncover those stories and share them with you.
Our hope is that when you read and watch our stories, and as you listen to the in-depth interviews, you will find solace and comfort knowing that you are not alone in whatever you are experiencing on your life journey.
We are strong advocates for wellness — mental, physical, and spiritual. Our values reflect this, and so does every Inspired Woman story.
We celebrate women and their stories as they light the way for the rest of us. May you embrace the brilliance and truth of yours.
Every story lights the way.
Courage, Compassion, Connection, Community, Celebration
Fresh Inspiration
A Woman of Impact: Megan Laudenschlager
By Marci Narum Submitted photos A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of moderating a panel discussion in Minot with four outstanding women. The theme of the event was “Be a Woman of Impact,” and it was presented by Minot Women Connect, a program focused on developing...
College Journalism Students: Apply now for the Inspired Woman Scholarship
By Marci Narum College journalism students who are eligible may begin applying for the Inspired Woman Scholarship. Applications are accepted January 1 - April 1. The Inspired Woman Scholarship Fund began in 2017 and is under the management of The North Dakota...
Patricia Stockdill: North Dakota is Her Daily Celebration
By Rod Wilson Submitted photo For Patricia Stockdill, each morning begins with the sun rising over Garrison Bay on Lake Sakakawea just east of her rural home. Surrounded by fields and shelterbelts, the landscape is absolutely perfect for the most important task of the...
Marci Narum
Story Steward
“A stranger is just a friend I haven’t met yet.”
Marci believes every person’s story matters. She is passionate about celebrating women and their stories, and she considers herself a Steward of Stories.
With a keen sense for knowing a great story when she sees one, Marci develops and delivers stories with care, creativity, and professionalism. She is a skilled and trusted interviewer and has a natural ability to connect deeply in the moments of vulnerability that happen during an interview.
Marci’s professional career spans 32 years, including 21 years in television news. She joined the world of publishing in 2015 as the co-editor of Inspired Woman magazine and became the owner of the Inspired Woman brand in 2019.
As her passion and vision for the brand has grown, Marci has expanded Inspired Woman to include Inspired Living, Inspired Art, Inspired Business, Inspired Youth, and Inspired Music, Inspired Family, and Inspired Home.
Marci’s love for storytelling goes beyond print and video. She is a public speaker who shares her inspirational messages on stage to large audiences and in small, intimate settings.
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