“Your intuition knows what to write, so get out of the way.” —Ray Bradbury Let go and let loose! The words will come when you open the floodgates. One of my closest writing friends used to say, “if you have to push, it’s probably sh*t.” It will come; just try and enjoy the process inContinue reading “Enjoy”
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Affirmation Check in
Affirmations are positive statements that help you work through negative feelings, thoughts, and situations. Yes, this sounds too simple; repeating the same sentences won’t change anything around you. The thing is, research shows that positive thinking can rewire your brain, changing the way you feel about things. The brain’s ability to adapt to new situations,Continue reading “Affirmation Check in”
For the Writer
“Never write anything that does not give you great pleasure. Emotion is easily transferred from the writer to the reader.” –Joseph Joubert I think this is completely accurate, so accurate that I had to google Joseph Joubert. He was an interesting essayist who wrote Pensées (Thoughts). It’s worth looking up if you haven’t heard ofContinue reading “For the Writer”
Robert Frost Inspo
“I have never started a poem yet whose end I knew. Writing a poem is discovering.” Robert Frost I haven’t enjoyed writing a poem in a while. Frost has always been a great inspiration when it comes to poetry for me. This quote is just the tippity tip of the iceberg when it comes toContinue reading “Robert Frost Inspo”
Write to Thrive; Your Readers Will Thank You
“To survive, you must tell stories.” –Umberto Eco, The Island of the Day Before And this doesn’t just go for writers. Let’s take it a step further and say, “Write to thrive!” We want our writing to add to our lives. We don’t want to be tossed all over the place by our writing. WeContinue reading “Write to Thrive; Your Readers Will Thank You”
Gratitude Post
I’m filled with so much gratitude for my family and my journey. I hope they both continue to amaze me. Peace and thanksgiving to you and yours. Safe travels and safe spaces to you all.
The Writing Process
“The writing process, it’s too mysterious to try and describe.” -Mick Jones I used to romanticize the writing process, but I’ve been in the game long enough to admit that it’s just plain ole hard work. I can admit, there are times when making connections seems like magic. For me, that usually happens after daysContinue reading “The Writing Process”
Fuel Your Writing: The Importance of Taking Breaks
Writers, here’s a gentle reminder that you need your lunch break. We have books to write. That means we need our lunch breaks to preserve fuel for the writing process. I think it’s cool when people write through their lunch break, but that’s not even what I’m saying here. I’m saying take your break, howeverContinue reading “Fuel Your Writing: The Importance of Taking Breaks”
Always Changing
“My writing process is very organic. I start with an idea. I have the general story arc and the cast. But then I sit down to write, and things change.” -Sarah Addison Allen Things are always changing during the writing process. That’s good, though. Characters are supposed to change, the environments, the moods, and theContinue reading “Always Changing”
Sunday Vibes
“To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance.” -Oscar Wilde I have a soothing mask on, and I just finished a mug of sleepy tea. I enjoyed my writing this evening because it’s beginning to unfold nicely. I have about 10k words to play with, so I decided to have some fun with theContinue reading “Sunday Vibes”
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