Hello writers,

I’ve been there.

When I joined my writing group, I found it easy to write to a prompt or assignment. But when that structure was gone, so were my ideas.

Let me tell you how I worked through it—and how you can too.

Mindset Shift

First things first: when you try to...

Hello writers,

I think it’s time that we got the story straight on creativity—on the act of creation.
I truly believe it is one of, if not the, most powerful things we can do. Depending on your human origin story, if we are created in the image of a creator—then that only makes sens...

Hello writers,

Don’t you love it when the story seems to write itself? Me too. That’s why I believe every writer should have a few trusted keys to unlock their creativity and keep the words flowing.

Here’s one I’ve picked up from a couple of pros—I hope it’s a perfect fit for your...

Hello Writers,

Last week, we talked about the stress and doubt that comes from writing to please others. This week, I want to dive deeper into the creative consequences of people-pleasing and how it can hold you back from creating truly original, fulfilling work.

Idea: On People-P...

Hello Writers,

I just wrapped up my Writer's Detox Retreat this past weekend in Carman, Manitoba.

We worked on living more authentically so that we can write more authentically.

Today's newsletter is inspired by one of the topics that came up.

Idea: On People-Pleasing in Writing...

It's Thursday!

Summer is winding down here and I'm already feeling called to slow things down and slip more deeply into my writing. 

This week, I wanted to share some thoughts on how and where we can find inspiration to create. 

I hope you enjoy it.

Idea: On Creativity

Do you l...