Time To Step up and Be the Expert You Are
One of my best friends is a phenomenal graphic designer. Recently, she created an entire custom suite of invitation materials for her own...
What's missing in the world because you're not doing it?
Often times, when we lose someone special to us, we feel despondent or distressed. Sometimes the only way to describe this feeling is...
On African Violets and Messy Growth
You can still make beautiful things in imperfect places. I come from a family of green thumbs. My parents keep a greenhouse, two porches,...
The World's Only Confusing When You Don't Know Where You Stand
Feeling overwhelmed? Reflect on your work's focus and who you aim to serve. Over the past week or so, I’ve heard several variations of...
When the Storms of Life Are Raging
If the going gets tough, up your resilience by maintaining a strong connection to your foundation. Last night as rain began rolling...
Banish Negative Self-Talk To Improve Your Confidence (and Your Writing!)
Learn to silence any voices that say you can't, shouldn't, or never will. I saw an acquaintance at the gym yesterday who asked me how...
Yes, you are a real writer.
It’s time to quit selling yourself (and your words) short. Recently, I’ve been dealing with a strange compulsion to run long distances...
Get out of your head and into your gift!
Start cultivating a belief that what you have to say is important. Before I became a professional writing coach, I spent some time...
Why Writers Should Never Be Afraid of Their Content
Recognize the power of finding a voice to tell your story. I once met an amazing student at a conference where I was invited to speak. I...
