It may feel like the holidays are already in full swing, but today is still just the first Friday in December, which means we have a few more weeks of celebrations and festivities to enjoy. If you’re already feeling burned out from holiday shopping and errands, it is not too late to reevaluate how you’re …
CLOSED | A Call for Writing Submissions
Your story is meaningful, your perspective is powerful, and your words are worth reading. I am so excited to welcome you to our first open call for writing submissions on My Warrior Project! My goal is to give you an outlet to express yourself, and a platform for connection with like-minded people. I hope you …
Thanksgiving Letters
In the fifth and sixth grade, I was gifted with a teacher who challenged me in my writing for the first time. Up to that point, I had only ever received praise from teachers who were impressed with accelerated writing skills. That’s what happens when you start keeping a journal and writing stories on your …
Festive Friday: 10 Ideas for a Healthy & Fun October
This time of year, as the days get shorter and our workloads seem heavier than ever, we become more susceptible to seasonal affective disorder, seasonal depression, and in turn negative self-talk. Those of us who battle depression year-round are especially likely to feel lower as the daylight hours decrease and the leaves begin to fall. I’ve felt this year after year. As the evenings become darker earlier, I find myself eager to get home and just cozy up on the couch. I skip yoga classes, and say no to plans with friends. Meals sometimes become secondary, as does my sleep schedule and my morning routine. I’m lucky to get out of the house with two matching shoes and a cup of coffee some days.
Something I know to be true.
When it comes to faith, there are far more uncertainties than strongholds, but there is something I know to be true.
April Journal Prompts
Each month I like to provide my readers a list of inspiration for writing. This isn't meant to be a checklist, or even a daily challenge. Take from these what you will. If you want to write every day, there's a small thought for each one in the month. If you'd rather pick and choose, …
March, setting goals
March 1 Writing Prompt: List three goals for March: Plug back in: Since the start of the year, I've disengaged from my routine, from my local people, and from my passions. I have't been writing as much, or reading. I haven't spent more than 20 minutes on my mat since our honeymoon, and my body …
March Writing Prompts
Write It Out Challenge, Day #5
Prompt: I Forgive You Letter, Let's release the energy drain and write a letter of forgiveness to that person. Explain the situation, why you were hurt, and then forgive them. Physically write the words, "I Forgive You." Maybe give this to them if it feels like they'll receive it well, or just keep it for yourself. …
Write It Out Challenge Day #4
Prompt: If I were practicing deep self love, I would start....and I would stop.... I want to start by saying, I truly believe self-love is the beginning of all happiness. Why we don't teach our children this in elementary school, is beyond me. I'm not perfect, but I have a lot of self-care already build …