Be a Turtle
Looking for some inspiration? Here is a sneak peek chapter from my newest book, The Upside of Falling: Connecting to the Art and Heart of Being a Writer. And it’s all about turtles….
Read MoreThe Upside of Falling
I don't know about you, but lately I've felt like I'm falling. It's one of the main reasons I have been a bit MIA. I won't get into all the details of what the last six months have been like for me; let’s just say they have been filled with incredible moments of joy and equally stormy times . . .
Read MoreModern Day Alchemist
What is an alchemist? A traditional alchemist was someone who practiced alchemy, a blend of science, spirituality, and philosophy. They sought to transform base metals into gold, but their deeper goal was personal and spiritual transformation. . .
Read MoreBe a Genius
I doubt that anyone in the history of the history of all history would be silly enough to dispute that Albert Einstein was a genius. He was indeed in every sense of the word. Yes, I’m asking you to be a genius. To be like Einstein. Simple, right?
Read MoreDancing in the Dark
Remember that catchy song “Dancing in the Dark” by Bruce Springsteen? That's been me lately. Let me back up a minute. . . .
Read MoreFind Your Free
There is nothing else in the world like writing. We get to shed light on whatever it is we care most about. What is important, joyful, thrilling, and meaningful to us. If we want to reach people, we need to be willing to . . .
Read MoreGetting Out of Our Own Way
I don't know about you, but I often get in my own way. It's magical though when I catch myself in the middle of this and realize I have the power to change . . . .
Read MoreHuman Jigsaw Puzzle
Have you ever felt like life is one gigantic jigsaw puzzle and you are missing a bunch of pieces? Maybe it's just me, but lately this is the way I've been feeling. Maybe it's because I am a seeker and always looking for answers to . . .
Read MoreThe Blame Game
I blame you for . . . Wait a minute. Did you read that correctly? Yes, I am blaming you for something. Let me explain . . .
Read MoreA Trust Fall
If you could tell your 16-year-old self one thing, what would that be? I was asked this question recently and immediately laughed. I envisioned a long list of life lessons I wish I would have understood and . . .
Read MoreBelieve in Yourself
What is the most powerful thing that can help us heal? Belief. When we believe, we create possibilities. When we align with this energy of belief, we begin to create what is to come into our lives. The same applies to writing . . .
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