It is a strange and humbling experience to give thanks this week while part of the world remains in utter chaos. It is a challenge to protect our own psyche and energy while still remaining very aware of the unfathomable experiences of others. We are called to tend our own gardens without being ignorant of … Continue reading Minimal Monday
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Minimal Monday
Worrying over things blocks the flow of life, so I've begun practicing a new and simple way to let go of situations that I either don't have control over or am uncertain of what to do about. As soon as I notice the worrying thoughts creep into my mind, if there is no clear solution, … Continue reading Minimal Monday
Minimal Monday
Writers are often encouraged to produce evergreen content. Evergreen content is universally and continually relevant; it is not limited to a particular event or date. This has been my preference, most of the time. However, I know I am not the only writer who feels concerned that to not write about current events, especially the … Continue reading Minimal Monday
Minimal Monday
Last week I wrote a bit about creativity as a way to shine light in darkness: https://danalaquidara.com/2023/10/16/minimal-monday-72/ This week I want to borrow and share two more thoughts on creativity from author and teacher Marion Roach Smith: #1. When creating, be hospitable. Whether you have fifteen minutes or five hours, invite the muse in with … Continue reading Minimal Monday
Minimal Monday
My youngest daughter got married recently, which is why I was MIA on this blog for the past two weeks. I am not much of a multi-tasker, so when something important is happening, I am typically all in for that, and only that. It was beautiful to focus on the love and joy of that … Continue reading Minimal Monday
Minimal Monday
With any creative endeavor, whether it is organizing your home, crafting something beautiful, writing a book, or even our own personal growth, there is always a messy middle. Amid the raw material in our hearts or in our hands, if we can imagine and keep building, step by step, word by word, action by action, … Continue reading Minimal Monday
Minimal Monday
Some minimal updates: There is a lot "in the works" for fall which I will share as it gets closer. In the meantime, here is some other news: I will be interviewed tomorrow for the podcast Overcoming Writer's Block. I can't wait! I was interviewed for a September episode of this wonderful podcast: I will … Continue reading Minimal Monday
Minimal Monday
Technology is one of the last things I tend to declutter and I know I must change my ways. Once I get used to my source of technology, particularly my laptop and phone, I want to hang on to them even when I know it is time to move on. When we don't face what … Continue reading Minimal Monday
Minimal Monday
I love how setting up systems is really just an easy, organized way to structure the habits that we want to have in our lives. My systems include filling up my 32 ounce water bottle twice a day, organizing the week's agenda on Sunday, meal planning, and wearing a simple Fit Bud to track my … Continue reading Minimal Monday
Minimal Monday
I keep a stack of index cards in various places where I may want to capture ideas for my next book, blog post, or essay. I've done this for years now, placing them strategically at my bedside, my desk, in my car. I periodically collect the ones I've written on and put them in my … Continue reading Minimal Monday
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