Do you outline before you start writing your novel? I didn’t think I did but I just learned today that there’s different types of outlining. Here’s the list Gemini (Google AI) gave me. Choose Your Outline Style When I begin planning my novel the first thing I do is find ways to understand my characters.Continue reading “Novelist Outlines”
Monthly Archives: May 2024
Bee Yourself
Since we are on the topic of Disney movies, how about that part where Genie tells Aladdin, “BEE yourself!” Authenticity and vulnerability go hand in hand. It requires consistency, courage, and intention to be Authentic and vulnerable. But as we learned from the Disney movie, Aladdin, it’s the better to be yourself from the beginningContinue reading “Bee Yourself”
This Part Get Me Every Time
“Remember who you are.” came up on my feed today from Lion King. But it reminds me of the scene from Disney’s Moana where her grandmother’s spirit tells her the same thing. I cry at this part every time I watch Moana. So on this lovely Wednesday night, I will share the lyrics but thisContinue reading “This Part Get Me Every Time”
Limits Improve Creativity
Creative Freedom is fabulous but have you ever noticed that creativity improves when people are given limitations? I’m not a huge fan of being told what I can and can’t do with my creativity. Whether it be my social media platforms or my writing. But when I’m really looking for inspo, I search out thoseContinue reading “Limits Improve Creativity”
Some Gave All
“Whether we observe the occasion through public ceremony or through private prayer, Memorial Day leaves few hearts unmoved. Each of the patriots whom we remember on this day was first a beloved son or daughter, a brother or sister, or a spouse, friend, and neighbor.” -George H. W. Bush, 1992
Intentions
“An intention is a commitment to yourself that is aligned with action,” according to Peloton, “while goals are larger things that you want to concretely achieve.” There are a lot of things I want to see and feel but I want to be present for them. That means taking a moment to step away fromContinue reading “Intentions”
The Sacred Sala Tree
I was hanging out with my little one and we both learned about a tree that shares the same name as her called the Sacred Sala Tree. It’s origin is in India and this tree is even included in their sculptures. The Sacred Sala tree is also known as Sal or sakhua in northern India.Continue reading “The Sacred Sala Tree”
Friendship
Friendship is a valuable thing. I have always valued my friendships even though I need a lot of time alone. I googled Friendship poems and a poem by Shel Silverstein titled Hug O’ War was suggested. Now, I’m not a huge fan of hugs outside of my close friends and family but I thought thisContinue reading “Friendship”
I’ve Put World Building Off for Long Enough!
It’s time to develop my world! There were some things I was putting off until later, and world-building was one of them. I am now ready to think about what makes the secret community within my story tick. So the first thing I had to do was think about what I know. Then I askedContinue reading “I’ve Put World Building Off for Long Enough!”
Spirit Animals
“In certain spiritual traditions or cultures, spirit animal refers to a spirit which helps guide or protect a person on a journey and whose characteristics that person shares or embodies. It is also metaphor, often humorous, for someone or something a person relates to or admires.” Do you have a spirit animal? Mine is definitely the tortoise.Continue reading “Spirit Animals”
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