5 Easy Journal Templates
In my last two posts, I talked about the benefits of keeping a journal and how to get started. But let me tell you my secret to faithfully writing in my journal. I use easy journal templates, so I … Continued
How to Start a Journal (Even When It Isn’t January)
Bucking the digital domination, paper journals have been making a strong comeback. A scroll through Pinterest features awe-inspiring journal photos that can discourage the amateur (or anyone who doesn’t have 2 hours each day to devote solely to journaling). Want … Continued
3 Reasons for Keeping a Paper Journal
Have you ever tried keeping a paper journal? When I was little, one of the Christmas gifts I looked forward to the most was a new, crisp journal. There was something so appealing about the blank pages, ready for me … Continued
Does Color Affect Creativity?
I. Love. Color. It’s one of my favorite topics to study. (I even did a science fair project on color when I was in high school.) But I started to wonder lately — does color affect creativity? And how? … Continued
The 3 Words That Will Change Your Life
Have you ever had a moment that affected your writing trajectory so profoundly, it could change your life? A few years ago, I was sitting in the audience of a panel discussion when I heard three words that shifted my … Continued
3 Ways to Slow Down and Savor Summer
Do you remember the delicious last day of school, your entire unspoiled summer break stretched out before you? Can you feel the tantalizing approach of lazy days and relaxation? I love the cyclical nature of working at school! I still … Continued
Use Creative Rest to Increase Your Productivity
For Creatives, it’s easy to get wrapped up in our passion and focus on our long-term goals. We race along, balancing the demands of daily life with our commitment to carve out as much time for our project as possible, … Continued
Camp NaNoWrimo
Would you like to attend “An Idyllic Writers’ Retreat, Smack-Dab in the Middle of Your Crazy Life”? Then give Camp NaNoWriMo a go. It’s a month-long, online writers’ camp filled with encouragement, puns, and lots of inspiration. The … Continued
3 Easy Ways to Increase Word Count
Do you remember the most words you’ve ever written in one day? For me, it was a few years ago, on the last Saturday in November. NaNoWriMo time was running out… I wrote 12,000 words! (But a lot of them … Continued
How to Find the Right Mentor
In the last post, I told you the reasons it’s crucial to have a mentor. But how do you find the right person? And how do you approach them? Here are a few considerations when searching for a mentor … Continued