When was the last time you stared at the ceiling, sleep chased away by worries, to-do lists and overthinking? If you've ever found yourself struggling with a overactive, won't-shut-off mind, Sheri McGregor's Rumination Remedies is the book for you. Join for the launch of the book tour, an interview with the author and a giveaway of the book.
But before we get to that, here's more about her book:
In Rumination Remedies, Sheri McGregor offers 41 powerful, practical tools to help you recognize, interrupt, and release repetitive thought loops. Thoughtfully written, immediately useful, and deeply compassionate—this is a must-have for anyone ready to stop spinning and start living with more ease and clarity.”
— Lori Clemmons, author of Rewire Your Wellness: A Guide For Reclaiming Your Life from Chronic Illness, Anxiety,
The human brain is amazingly resilient but in today's stress-filled and overstimulating world, your mind can get stuck. Worry, regret, and racing thoughts steal your joy, peace, and confidence-not to mention sleep. The good news? You can change the pattern.
Rumination Remedies is a gentle, smart guide to freeing your mind. Whether you're caught up in dread, weighed down by regret, or distracted by what-ifs or wishes, this practical workbook offers holistic, body-friendly and brain-building ways to find your peace of mind.
Publisher: Sowing Creek Press (October 5, 2025)
AISN: B0FTWVBW26
ISBN-10: 0997352272
ISBN-13: 978-0997352276
Print length: 228 pages
Purchase your copy on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Bookshop.org. You'll also want to add it to your GoodReads reading list.
About the Author, Sheri McGregor M.A.
Sheri McGregor holds a Master’s Degree in Human Behavior and has been writing and life coaching for
more than two decades. She loves her work to help people reclaim their self-worth and step courageously toward peace—and their dreams. Some of her advanced training and certifications include
brain-based coaching, aging-related wellness, and the neuroscience of change.
Sheri is most well-known for her work to help parents of estranged and/or dysfunctional adult children, which includes peer support and her award-winning books in her Done With The Crying series.
Websites: https://www.sherimcgregor.com/
--Interview by Jodi M. Webb
WOW: You’ve written on many mental health topics in the past, including books on estrangement from adult children and the healing spirit of nature. What made you decide to tackle the issue of overthinking for Rumination Remedies?
Sheri: I grew up with a dad who worried about everything and realized early on just how miserable overthinking can be. I saw my dad’s turmoil and vowed not to be like that. Genetics, learned behavior, and some devastating life blows tested that vow—and made it stronger. In my life and education, including earning degrees in psychology and human behavior, I’ve learned a lot about rumination. In my work as a life coach, the problem of an overactive mind has come up repeatedly, so I knew there was a need—and a book can reach more people.
WOW: Rumination Remedies is a book + more. It's power is in how interactive it is, more of a workbook with plenty of activities to help improve your life by finding peace of mind. Can you share an activity from the book that you especially find helpful?
Sheri: For writers, I’m especially fond of the book’s somatic exercises. The body isn’t separate from the mind. Those exercises get you up out of the chair and active, which brings new perspective simply by stepping away from the work. You return with fresh eyes.
If I had to choose a favorite, it would be Solvitur Ambulando — Latin for “it is solved by walking.” It uses simple movement and momentum-based metaphors that work with the brain’s natural processes, helping people advance forward mentally and leave behind overthinking. Great thinkers across time, including gifted writers, knew their feet held the key to healthy cognitive processing.
"The goal isn’t to quiet the mind completely—writers need a lively inner world—but to develop a healthier relationship with thought."
WOW: So many writers I know swear by walking to reveal what their writing needs. So, do you feel the lessons in Rumination Remedies can be applied to the life of a writer?
Sheri: Absolutely. Writers tend to have active, imaginative minds, which is both a gift and a vulnerability. The same mental agility that helps a writer notice nuance, explore ideas, and shape language can also turn inward and spiral, revisiting sentences, decisions, or imagined outcomes. At some point, it’s fruitless, and you’re just pushing words around on the page.
Many of the lessons in Rumination Remedies help writers learn to recognize when reflection has crossed into mental looping, and how to interrupt that process without shutting down creativity. The goal isn’t to quiet the mind completely—writers need a lively inner world—but to develop a healthier relationship with thought.
WOW: Your books are published by your own Sowing Creek Press. What made creating your own publishing company the right path for you?
Sheri: I’d written for major magazines for decades and had also placed fiction and nonfiction books with traditional publishing houses—some even translated into many languages. I knew how the industry worked, and when I wrote my first book to help parents of estranged adult children, Done With The Crying, I pitched it to agents and editors who expressed interest. But it became clear to me in those conversations that they didn’t truly understand the topic. Maintaining integrity and control over the work was important to me—and I knew the best way to do that was to create my own company. Since that time, I’ve been contacted by major publishing houses but have chosen to remain independent.
Sometimes, cooperative arrangements make sense though, like the deals I accepted with Tantor Media for audio versions of two of my self-help books. Another example is foreign translations. Done With The Crying has a gorgeous, embossed hardback edition in Russian with major publisher, Bombora. And I recently accepted an offer from Taiwan company, Yuan-Liou Publishing Co., Ltd., to produce Rumination Remedies in traditional Chinese language characters. I can’t wait to see it, especially the cover art.
WOW: It's fascinating that you are able to maintain your own company and still work with other publishing companies to expand your reach. What was the most rewarding thing about setting up your own publishing company?
Sheri: The most rewarding thing is to make a difference in people’s lives. Every day, I hear from readers whose emails touch my heart. The best advice I could give to someone considering starting their own publishing company is to consider how much time they’re willing to invest. Getting a book to print is just the beginning. Making sure it’s seen becomes a lifestyle.
"Getting a book to print is just the beginning. Making sure it’s seen becomes a lifestyle."
WOW: Thanks for letting WOW blog tour help you with that. In addition to self-help, you’ve written short fiction, articles (some about chicken farming!), personal essays. Does writing in different styles strengthen your writing?
Sheri: When you work for magazines, you learn to make your writing voice complement the publication’s. My years freelancing for a wide variety of publications sharpened that ability. It’s similar to how you’d modulate your pitch to speak soothingly to a young child with a skinned knee, infusing a sales pitch with polished enthusiasm, or using humor in appropriate spaces. I used to love writing for Chickens Magazine because they liked my eggstra silly puns. The more you learn to use your writing voice in different ways, the more adept you become at language—a writer’s tool.
WOW: Have you always been a writer?
Sheri: I vividly remember my mother teaching me to write my name when I was four. The letters stood for something and, at that age, the idea of that felt magical. As a kid, I received my first rejection letter from the Carol Burnett Show for a skit I’d sent in. I started working seriously toward publication when my children were young and I wanted to build a career working from home.
WOW: That sounds familiar (well, not the Carol Burnett experience). What’s up next for you?
Sheri: I’m excited about a beautifully unique guided journal that will be out soon. Eventually, I’d like to publish more work by other authors at Sowing Creek Press. I enjoyed working with the authors featured in the 2018 anthology, Nature’s Healing Spirit: Real Life Stories to Nurture the Soul. In addition, I plan to teach a couple of publishing and writing courses in the near future.
WOW: Sounds like you have a full plate. Thanks for taking time to share your publication experience with us.
--Blog Tour Calendar
January 12th @ The Muffin
Make 2026 a year of peace and calm. Start with the launch of the WOW blog tour for Rumination Remedies by Sheri McGregor M.A.. Read an interview with the author and enter to win.
January 13th @ Boys' Mom Reads!
Turning over a new leaf for 2026? Don't miss the spotlight on Sheri McGregor's Rumination Remedies.
January 14th @ Blooming Mindfulness
Beverly, blogger for those living with chronic illness or disability, reviews the workbook Rumination Remedies.
January 15th @ Knotty Needle
How can writing rituals help? Find out with a guest post Sheri McGregor, author of Rumination Remedies.
January 16th @ A Lit Life
Stop by The Lit Life for a review of Rumination Remedies by Sheri McGregor.
January 20th @ The Faerie Review
Are you looking for a way to achieve peace of mind? Check out the review of Sheri McGregor's Rumination Remedies.
January 21st @ Create Write Now!
Learn how to get into the writing flow - but control the stress - with Sheri McGregor, author of the self-help workbook Rumination Remedies.
January 22nd @ Words by Webb
Jodi writes about the connection between cannas and calmness. She'll also be reviewing the book that helped her make the connection: Rumination Remedies by Sheri McGregor.
January 27th @ Chapter Break
It's time to Tame Your Inner Editor. Then get more tips on avoiding overthinking with a review of Rumination Remedies.
January 29th @ Hook of a Book
Do you spend time worrying about...everything? Free yourself! Don't miss the review of Sheri McGregor's new book Rumination Remedies.
January 30th @ Hook of a Book
Sheri McGregor, author of Rumination Remedies, is a guest at The Writing Adventure writing about the power of the Productive Pause - stepping away to move your work forward.
February 1st @ Shoe's Seeds & Stories
Sheri McGregor tells us how we can change our story and change our life while Linda reviews her workbook for improving life: Rumination Remedies.
February 4th @ Writer Advice
Are too many thoughts bouncing around your brain? Sheri McGregor, author of Rumination Remedies, shares how the Clear the Mental Clutter and Write.
February 6th @ Jill Sheet's Blog
Today's interview will tell you more about Sheri McGregor, author of a book that could change your life: Rumination Remedies.
***** BOOK GIVEAWAY *****
Enter to win Rumination Remedies: A Workbook to Heal Your Mind from Worry, Regret, and Racing Thoughts by Sheri McGregor. Fill out the form below for a chance to win. The giveaway ends January 25th at 11:59 pm CT. We will randomly draw a winner the next day and follow up via email. Good luck!
