These are helpful, inspiring, and loving. I spent the last week at the side of my mother in law, age 90, helping her make her last transition. It was intense. It took much from me but gave much to me. I scribbled some things about it and now they exist. Maybe they’ll be something, maybe not. But I don’t regret it. Thank you for this list. I’m going to keep it handy.
I needed this today! Thank you! I have been struggling mightily with how to write and stay creative (I keep wanting to paint but can't bring myself to do it) when the world sucks. Sometimes it's so daunting to think about dealing with everything by writing - but you make such good points. Do it every day. Keep it small when you need. And nothing beats a brand-new fresh notebook.
I love this SO much, Jami, and I needed to hear it today. I am in a season where I've been spending some time at home and a lot of time being grandma to a whole gaggle of new brood in a far off city, and trying to write when I'm there has been incredibly challenging. I have been beating myself up for not having the discipline to stick to my writing or even any of my routines (exercise especially) when I am not at my home base. This reminds me that what I need is another way to tell the story, and some simple, doable steps to feel like I'm not losing my writing, I'm just doing it differently.
This whole list is very useful and something I can relate to personally. I especially like numbers 7 and 9, because they both go deeper into the idea of self-care in times of stress, when the focus is not on yourself but someone else.
Thank you for making this list and sharing it here, Jami!
Thanks for sharing this again. I am intrigued by how different it can feel, depending on where you are in this moment in time to read a post and having read it the first time. I feel like I have a different takeaway each time- so, thank you for that.
I've found it helpful when I am deep in grief or anxiety to dip into another aspect of creativity- play with paints, dabble with poetry, doodle. It is the very act of play in another medium that will bring me back to my writing. Somehow I place less pressure on myself and the need for doing it "the right way" whatever that is. It's in the process of play that lights me up again and reminds me I'm a creative.
I am woefully behind on the newsletter, but I am so glad to see that this is something you are working on. Will definitely purchase when it's out in the world!
Thank you, as always, for shining a little light into the creative process. Have you ever written a post on how you organize your notes? Mine are all over the place!
I haven't read your emails in a while cause I have been neglecting my inbox in general. Of course your words today touched my soul. I feel seen and acknowledged. Thank you Jami. Wishing you safe travels and hope your loved ones heals quickly.
These are helpful, inspiring, and loving. I spent the last week at the side of my mother in law, age 90, helping her make her last transition. It was intense. It took much from me but gave much to me. I scribbled some things about it and now they exist. Maybe they’ll be something, maybe not. But I don’t regret it. Thank you for this list. I’m going to keep it handy.
I needed this today! Thank you! I have been struggling mightily with how to write and stay creative (I keep wanting to paint but can't bring myself to do it) when the world sucks. Sometimes it's so daunting to think about dealing with everything by writing - but you make such good points. Do it every day. Keep it small when you need. And nothing beats a brand-new fresh notebook.
Yes, a fresh notebook!
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I love this SO much, Jami, and I needed to hear it today. I am in a season where I've been spending some time at home and a lot of time being grandma to a whole gaggle of new brood in a far off city, and trying to write when I'm there has been incredibly challenging. I have been beating myself up for not having the discipline to stick to my writing or even any of my routines (exercise especially) when I am not at my home base. This reminds me that what I need is another way to tell the story, and some simple, doable steps to feel like I'm not losing my writing, I'm just doing it differently.
Writers writing memoirs about writing. Put it straight into my veins. I'll be waiting for this. Thank you for every time you decide to share, Jami. :)
This whole list is very useful and something I can relate to personally. I especially like numbers 7 and 9, because they both go deeper into the idea of self-care in times of stress, when the focus is not on yourself but someone else.
Thank you for making this list and sharing it here, Jami!
I love your list of ideas for how to take care of yourself during stressful times
This is beautiful!
All the best in your week ahead. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you for always taking the time to inspire. Truly.
Thanks for sharing this again. I am intrigued by how different it can feel, depending on where you are in this moment in time to read a post and having read it the first time. I feel like I have a different takeaway each time- so, thank you for that.
I've found it helpful when I am deep in grief or anxiety to dip into another aspect of creativity- play with paints, dabble with poetry, doodle. It is the very act of play in another medium that will bring me back to my writing. Somehow I place less pressure on myself and the need for doing it "the right way" whatever that is. It's in the process of play that lights me up again and reminds me I'm a creative.
love these suggestions!
I am woefully behind on the newsletter, but I am so glad to see that this is something you are working on. Will definitely purchase when it's out in the world!
Thank you Brenna!
Thank you, as always, for shining a little light into the creative process. Have you ever written a post on how you organize your notes? Mine are all over the place!
Thank you and so good of you to be there for family, especially during Mardi Gras. Appreciate this gentle guide and will use it this week.
I haven't read your emails in a while cause I have been neglecting my inbox in general. Of course your words today touched my soul. I feel seen and acknowledged. Thank you Jami. Wishing you safe travels and hope your loved ones heals quickly.
Thank you for sharing and for the list. All good wishes for the weeks ahead.
I especially like the reminder not to develop an antagonistic relationship with it! I do love it and it’s important to remember that!