The Write Life
By Maureen McDole
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The Write LifeMar 12, 2023
Episode 36
Episode 35
Episode 34
In this week's episode I share my poem "Prison Break" and talk about how to overcome fear and doubt when it starts stalking you in your creative practice and in life.
Episode 33
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Episode 31
Episode 30
In this week's episode I open with my poem "The Passing of the Old Guard." I talk about the practice of asking your heart what it wants as you move through the day. I also talk about the benefits of creating Healing Stories, to help you write new narratives about situations that have caused you pain or frustration.
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Episode 28
In this week's episode I share a love poem my father wrote that I discovered in one of his books while I was cleaning out his apartment today. It caused me to reflect on how tricky it can sometimes be to navigate the complexities of being in relationship with others and with ourselves, especially in times of profound upheaval and change.
Episode 27
In this episode I share my poem "Wild Country" and talk about the value of play and wildness in a world which constantly encourages us to remain tame.
Episode 26
Episode 25
This week I shared my poem "Why I Hate Networking Events" and talk about the value of showing up as our authentic selves, even if that means being introverted in a very extroverted world. We also then empower others to show up as their true selves as well.
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Episode 17
I having been reading Duane Elgin's book "Voluntary Simplicity" and was inspired to talk in this week's episode about the desire to simplify my life. I share my poem "Disconnected" and discuss ways in which we all can become more conscious of what we consume, so we leave the world better for future generations.