This journaling prompt showed me just how much the human brain is hardwired to focus on the negative and thus how much I have to redirect my thoughts toward the positive.
How One Evening with Friends Made Me Feel 15 Years Younger
Day 1 of my 30-day journaling challenge reminded me of this recent fun evening with friends, which rejuvenated my soul and enabled me to revisit past-Erin.
Anyone Can Do It: 5 Easy Steps to Start Writing and Unleash Your Creative Self
Learning how to start writing in a way that allowed my creativity to flow freely was one of the best lessons I ever received during grad school. Now I’m sharing my discoveries with you.
11 Practical Ways to Overcome Writer’s Block, Even if You Feel Hopeless
For two weeks my writing and I suffered from fear, doubt, and frustration. Then I identified several practical ways to overcome writer’s block.
How I Survived Being an (Almost) 30-Year-Old Virgin
“So, when was the last time you had sex?” I was 29 years old. I’d just had the worst date of my life. And I was about to tell this guy that I was still a virgin.
5 Easy Ways to Make Time to Write, Even for Busy Parents
During the holidays, I barely had time to sleep, let alone write. Then I remembered these five ways that even us busy parents can make time to write.
How I Can Show Up Better for My Kid and Myself the Next Time I Feel Overwhelmed
Part of me didn’t want to face the mom guilt I felt over how often I feel overwhelmed. Instead, a writing prompt helped me to move forward and find hope again.
One Way to Find the Love Even in Those Imperfect Holiday Moments
During my holiday journaling challenge week, a prompt had us explore recent holiday moments with our kids. Learn about what I discovered about an imperfect holiday moment.
Family Thanksgiving Traditions: Preserving Generations of Love
We can always find ways to evolve the family Thanksgiving traditions we hold dear, even as we and our circumstances change.
A State of Mind: When Tension Liquifies Like Melted Butter
Self-care isn’t an activity; it’s a state of mind. Learn how I unexpectedly remembered this lesson at the last minute of a rather hectic morning.