God so loved his creation, he took Adam’s rib and made Eve. She carried Adam’s open wound And born nations of sin. Plus One blameless king. Is that all? Hush. Don’t let pride take over her heart. Quick. Teach her a proper song of shame. She was born, not a he. What a shame! Better.… Read More: She is Born »
In my mind, poetry is a multilayered medium. It is music, words and image, in one. The creation of a poem is inevitable instead of forced, for me anyways. This makes editing a poem challenging. I face a lot of internal resistance. I throw tantrums. It is fine. I am willing to face the resistance… Read More: Helpful Questions to Ask When Editing A Poem »
I tried a writing workshop online with the New York Public Library. Why didn’t I try it sooner? For reasons I can illustrate. I was worried about others critiquing my work. I was worried that I would hear my own doubt coming out of someone else’s month. I was worried my writing was not good… Read More: Writing Workshop »
How to examine if a workout is good? Use the BOSS principle shared by Billy Beck. Burning – Do you feel the burning sensation? Out of breath – Are you out of breath? – Challenging your lungs and your heart. Sweat – Are you sweating? – Building muscles Struggle – You gotta struggle a little… Read More: Is it A Good Work Out? »
The stories we tell ourselves about ourselves can be helpful or harmful. For example, my life is over. I won’t meet someone and form the family I want. I won’t have a fulfilling career helping others to achieve their dreams. I will die alone. How do you feel after reading this story? Depressing and limiting!… Read More: Change Your Story and Take Charge of Your Life »
She slid the match across the coarse surface. With one swift gesture, she hoped to heal the open wounds from inside out. She’s determined to burn the vines connecting her to a mountain of shame. A mountain belongs not to her. She was born, not a he. What a shame! She diligently threw the lies… Read More: Mountain Bluebird »
1- Take care of your body, your mind and your environment first. Food, movement, rest and a tidy clean space. 2- Working on developing an inner voice that you are proud of. Watch for the tone and narrative. I want a voice that is nurturing, empowering and kind. My brain listens to everything I say… Read More: 30 Lessons Learned »