Writing is a way to come home to yourself. Your voice matters. You matter.
Having No Words Doesn’t Always Mean Writer’s Block
Writing is one way to work with the challenges that the pandemic has presented. Lately, I’ve been noticing some of the surprising ways that connections are fostered through writing and sharing together, even when the meetings are online.
Why Write in a Group?
Writing is one way to work with the challenges that the pandemic has presented. Lately, I’ve been noticing some of the surprising ways that connections are fostered through writing and sharing together, even when the meetings are online.
The Power of Recall
Over the past several months, I’ve witnessed courage and risk-taking in my writing groups. Once we establish our container for non-judgmental listening, everyone is…
The Power of a Pause
What I’ve learned from navigating these difficult times is not to be afraid to take a pause. Whether you’re experiencing hardship, burnout, a decrease in clarity, vision, or motivation, a welcome pause can bring renewal, softening, and spaciousness back to your life.
Five Tips for Sustaining Your Writing During a Break
I want to share some suggestions for how to sustain your writing practice when your regular group/ people/supports are not available.
The Power of Listening
Developing strong listening skills is critical for anyone’s growth as a writer.
10 Timed Writing Prompts for Unlocking Memory
I am a huge advocate of using timed writing from prompts, which helped me create the manuscript for my memoir, The Chocolate Pilgrim. To this day, prompts are a big part of my process
Take Time to Celebrate
Without diminishing the suffering and the challenges that may be happening right now in your life and the lives of loved ones, there are still opportunities to notice a small kindness, the sight of a red rose, a purple iris, or feel uplifted by the light in someone’s eyes.
Why Your Writing Voice Matters
Your writing style and your writing voice are made up of who you are and everything you have experienced in your lifetime…