Category: writing
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How to Be a Thriving Artist
Earlier we took a look at our culture’s myth of the struggling artist. It’s caused many of us to put our creative aspirations on the back burner, or even in the back of the freezer. Yep, I’m talking to you. Is there a creative pursuit – or maybe even two or three – that calls…
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Starcat’s Favorites: Kitty Snuggles
As you probably know if you’re a regular reader of this blog, late winter is NOT my favorite. I keep getting emails and seeing memes on social media with messages like “it’s almost spring!” I delete them immediately, as in Maine…it’s not even close. Our monthly family potluck was supposed to be this Sunday, with…
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Why All the Struggling? (A Rant)
When I was a little kid, I wanted to be a writer. I was drawn to the magick of stories almost as soon as I arrived on the planet. I started reading at age four, and became a voracious bookworm. I took a notebook and pen everywhere I went. I loved to study and learn.…
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3 Tips for Loving What You Do
One of the best gifts I’ve given myself in my adult life is to do what I love, and love what I do. I’m not exaggerating when I say it has completely changed my life, in so many positive ways. It’s especially vital for creative types, and those drawn to spiritual matters – yeah, I’m…
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Starcat’s Favorites: Transformation
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We’re already almost finished with the first month of 2019, but I’m finding that I’m still processing 2018. Can you relate? It was a hugely transformational year for me and my family. We became empty-nesters. Quester broke his ankle, badly, and had to have (not one but two) surgeries. BlackLion got a new job outside…
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It’s All One Thing
Lately I keep dreaming of girl babies. In the first dream, my daughter was a tiny child, and she was upset and crying. Most of the dream was about trying to find out what was wrong, and to soothe her. (I called my daughter the next day, just in case, and she’s fine). In the…
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Starcat’s Favorites: Sun & Water
It’s no secret that I love summer. This one has been especially hot and humid here in Maine. Most people I know have spent time complaining about it. Not me. It’s actually a joy to me to feel super warm. I know, I’m strange. After a rough winter and spring, though, this summer has been…
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Ease or Struggle?
Offered the choice between ease and struggle, most of us would be like, “Duh! Of course I want ease!” But is that really what you’re choosing? I’ve been asking myself this recently, in my journal. I just finished a huge project, a 31-day email course on writing that I poured my heart and soul into.…
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Spreading the Love – The Joys of Snail Mail
This past spring, when I was feeling very shaken from all the crazy stuff going on in my personal life, a good friend made a wonderful suggestion. We were both attending the same biz retreat (we have the best coach!). In a small group, we were asked to talk about things that were holding us…
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Starcat’s Favorites: Extra Self-Care
It’s that time of year – the winter blahs have set in. Yes, the days are longer and there is the promise of spring. At the same time, at least here in northern New England, it is still quite cold and damp. The perfect time for extra self-care! I’ve been practicing compassion for myself and…