It’s been quite a while since I wrote here. Today, I’m doing a free write using an exercise that Natalie Goldberg refers to in her Writing Down The Bones (Amazon affiliate link). It’s called writing off the page. Writing Off The Page Explained Take a poetry book. Open to any page, grab a line, write…
My Thoughts On Hop, Skip, Jump
I’ve chosen ‘play intentionally’ as my theme for July 2024. Then I remembered I had invested in this book a few years ago, but hadn’t started reading it! I found Hop, Skip, Jump by Marney K. Makridakis to be a refreshing and engaging self-help book that offers 75 playful ways to manifest a meaningful life.…
The Artist’s Joy
The Artist’s Joy by Merideth Hite Estevez launched yesterday! I’m grateful to the author for a free advanced readers’ copy as part of her launch team. The book explores the emotional and spiritual journey of artists in a heartfelt manner. Estevez, a talented oboist and certified coach, delves into the inherent joys and struggles that…
Burning Through To First Thoughts
When I first discovered Natalie Goldberg’s wisdom, it was like a door opening up to a whole new level of creative freedom. Her words, “The aim of writing practice is to burn through to first thoughts, to the place where energy is unobstructed by social politeness or the internal censor, to the place where you…
Getting My Writing Back On Track
It’s been too long since I wrote here. But I’m glad to be here and getting my writing back on track. Life can get in the way of our writing. When you’re struggling with frustrating circumstances, I’ve learnt that changing how you think can help you stop blaming your job, family, or anything else that’s…
Setting An Intention To Create
Setting an intention to create is a powerful practice that can help you focus your energy and efforts on achieving your creative goals. I’ve been reading about the power of setting intentions and trying it out for myself. Last month, I wrote a post on Everyday Gyaan about setting intentions mindfully. I’ve been working on…