Blogging about my books, the writing process, mindset, and anything else I feel like sharing.
Affirmations are a great way to improve your writing process. They can help you to stay focused and motivated, and they can also help to improve your editing skills. In this blog post, I'll discuss the benefits of using affirmations during the editing process. I will also provide some tips on how to use affirmations effectively.
Read MoreIf you want to be a successful writer, then it's important to have the right mindset. This means believing in yourself and your abilities, and being positive about the process of writing. One way to boost your writing mindset is by using affirmations.
Read MoreIf you're like most people, you probably think of a creative job as one that is fun and exciting. And while it is true that these jobs can be a lot of fun, they also require a different mindset than a typical 9-5 job. When you have a creative job, your work revolves around creating something out of nothing. This can be challenging at times, but it's also very rewarding. In this blog post, I'll discuss what it takes to thrive in a creative job.
Read More*Guest post by Sophia Young.
Trying to separate work and life can be particularly challenging for writers. You want to go to work to practice your craft, and then return home to practice some more. Given the constant nature of the creative process, the stress that comes with it may bleed into your daily life. It can be hard to disentangle the emotions and exhaustion associated with creating and building new worlds from your everyday life with family and friends.
Read MoreAbout two years ago, I was chatting with Becca Syme, creator of the Better Faster Academy while taking the course “Write Better Faster.” The course—which I highly recommend along with Becca’s “Dear Writer” books and super helpful YouTube videos—uses CliftonStrengths to determine what will work best for writers based on their individual strengths.
When I had my one-on-one session with Becca, I remember saying, “I have no desire to write a book a month. That’s just not me.” Well, two years later, I’ve continued learning about my CliftonStrengths report and it turns out, it is me!
Read MoreHave you ever suffered from writer’s block? It has to be one of the most debated topics in the writing world. Some writers believe there’s no such thing and others can attest to how debilitating it can be. I fall somewhere in the middle of the spectrum, but I have to say, I don’t like the word “block.” Stuck or having a less than productive day, sure, but having a block just sounds so awful to me!
Quite some time ago, the lovely Mari McCarthy from Create Write Now gifted me her journaling course Overcome Page Fright. I first met Mari two years ago when I interviewed her about her book Heal Yourself with Journaling Power. If you’re not familiar with Mari, she famously says, “Release the issues in your tissues,” and she is living proof that journaling will change your life.
Read MoreWith the crazy year 2020 has been, I thought it would be appropriate for my last post of the year to discuss mental health for writers. Writing is a great way to improve mental health. But what can you do when writing is your job? How do you maintain optimal mental health when you’re already writing all the time?
Read MoreI'm a list maker. When I saw Alexandra's book, The Checklist Book, I knew I had to read it. Sometimes I think I make lists just for the sake of making a list. Other times, I'll make a list, and then I don't follow it and end up doing other things.
One of the big things I learned from reading Alexandra's book is why certain checklists don't work for me. It’s the same reason I make a list then don’t follow it!
Read MoreHi, I'm Michelle! Writing is a passion of mine. I love to entertain and educate through my writing. I started out writing about business and money and have moved on to thrillers and picture books.
Spending time with family is what I'm all about. Life's too short!
I have two amazing sons who love Lego and ninjas...and TV (sigh)!! We read a ton of storybooks to make up for the TV thing. One of the best ways to explain things is through stories of course.
If it was up to me, I'd have chips and dip for dinner every night with a super dark chocolate bar to round out the meal...and maybe an apple! It's a good thing I've got kids and a husband. They keep me responsible (and healthy).
