I love how writing brings me clarity about what I care deeply about, want, believe. Writing can help us understand what matters most. Knowing your core values helps you make decisions, stand firm in tough times, set boundaries, and embrace the things you truly want in...
I believe that telling and writing your stories is a powerful way to really understand who you are and to connect with your authentic self. But I was not always a storyteller—and I didn’t always follow my own path. Self-exploration and writing helped me find my way. I...
Are you living the life you want to live? It’s a big question, and one that only you can answer. It’s so easy to get caught up in the busyness of life that we stop giving time to the things we really want to be doing. We get stuck on shoulds and somedays. What if you...
As promised, here is week two of the three part exploration of Values, What’s Important to you and Goals. Did you miss week 1? Here it is in case you did! It may seem morbid to think about Death, but in fact, becoming aware of our mortal limitations enhances gratitude...
I teach an in person writing class at my local college. Over an eight week semester, my students write stories about themselves based on universal “themes” such as family, turning points, work and career, etc. The last three themes are interconnected. In the theme...