I haven't posted in a while for a number of reasons that could be tossed into the bucket we call "busyness," but the reality is, I've been having a bit of writer's block, and being busy was easier than dealing with it. Ironically, being busy is a terrible way to move through writer's block. As … Continue reading Are You Hiding Your Writing Behind Busyness?
Category: Creativity
What if in 2017 you resolved to be medium?
“I think perfectionism is based on the obsessive belief that if you run carefully enough, hitting each stepping-stone just right, you won't have to die. The truth is that you will die anyway and that a lot of people who aren't even looking at their feet are going to do a whole lot better than … Continue reading What if in 2017 you resolved to be medium?
2 Strategies for Starting New Creative Projects: Guest Post by Mixed Media Artist Mary Daniel Hobson
The launch week of the Juicy Blogging E-Course is always a busy one, so I've asked my friend, the talented artist, Mary Daniel Hobson, to guest post. Enjoy! I was delighted to be invited to write a guest post for Britt, who has always been so supportive of my creative projects. A big thanks to … Continue reading 2 Strategies for Starting New Creative Projects: Guest Post by Mixed Media Artist Mary Daniel Hobson
Why having a schedule might make you a better writer (and blogger)
"Creativity comes from limits, not freedom." ~ Jon Stewart If we were watching a TV show, or movie about two friends, one who was considered to be "creative" and the other who was not, we would probably see them be portrayed very differently. The "creative" character would be easygoing and wearing a loose, colorful, or … Continue reading Why having a schedule might make you a better writer (and blogger)
Navigating Creativity’s “Prickles”
As I've been working my way through 20 days of prompts from Writing: Finding Everyday Inspiration, a WordPress Blogging U e-course, and getting my blogging groove back, I'm reminded of all the things I need to do to get my fingers on the keyboard each day. Some days are easy, but most days there are … Continue reading Navigating Creativity’s “Prickles”