Love that you are doing this....for you ❤️. We, your readers, will still be here when and if you choose to continue sharing your heartfelt words and wisdom. Enjoy the break! x
So much this! "It makes writing extractive, rather than the nourishing, healing presence in life I know it can be."
"Extractive"--I feel this! It does impact how I see my experiences, wondering where they might fit as an essay and what I offer next for my readers. But I also am realizing how I restricted I feel by "the best practices"... limited by how long an essay should (shouldn't) be, how often you can post, and more "writing for Substack practices" workshops than you have time or headspace for.
While those things may be good to be aware of, I'm beginning to feel boxed in, not to mention overwhelmed.
I really respect this choice you are making for yourself, and absolutely am so glad our paths crossed when they did. Your authenticity and beautiful heart touches me as deeply as ever ❤️
:) I've already noticed a difference in how life feels. Can't wait to share more with you when we speak over the coming months...And I hear you re best practice overload. There is definitely a balance to be found. Thank you for your support and witnessing :)
Claire, thank you for sharing so openly. I wholeheartedly recommend Pat Kane's book "The Play Ethic" (https://www.theplayethic.com/thebook.html) to help rekindle your childlike, playful approach to life (I'm currently reading it, no other connection).
Carpe diem & celebrate life in 2024 ... and beyond!
Love that you are doing this....for you ❤️. We, your readers, will still be here when and if you choose to continue sharing your heartfelt words and wisdom. Enjoy the break! x
Thank you Kathryn! For all of your support on this journey xx
So much this! "It makes writing extractive, rather than the nourishing, healing presence in life I know it can be."
"Extractive"--I feel this! It does impact how I see my experiences, wondering where they might fit as an essay and what I offer next for my readers. But I also am realizing how I restricted I feel by "the best practices"... limited by how long an essay should (shouldn't) be, how often you can post, and more "writing for Substack practices" workshops than you have time or headspace for.
While those things may be good to be aware of, I'm beginning to feel boxed in, not to mention overwhelmed.
I really respect this choice you are making for yourself, and absolutely am so glad our paths crossed when they did. Your authenticity and beautiful heart touches me as deeply as ever ❤️
:) I've already noticed a difference in how life feels. Can't wait to share more with you when we speak over the coming months...And I hear you re best practice overload. There is definitely a balance to be found. Thank you for your support and witnessing :)
Here's to compassion!
Thank you for authentically modelling your beliefs.
And thank you Sarah for your encouraging, compassionate company on this journey :) I so appreciate it x
Thanks Francois! Happy 2024 :)
Claire, thank you for sharing so openly. I wholeheartedly recommend Pat Kane's book "The Play Ethic" (https://www.theplayethic.com/thebook.html) to help rekindle your childlike, playful approach to life (I'm currently reading it, no other connection).
Carpe diem & celebrate life in 2024 ... and beyond!