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My friends and I joke that we don't have mid-life crises — we have mid-life craft crises. And this is the reason I'm stepping away from the blog and newsletter for the rest of the summer. Here's what's really going on, and when I'll be back.
I've been hoarding a beautiful Italian sketchbook for months, waiting for some future version of me who "deserved" it. Today, I cracked it open. I'm done saving the good stuff for "someday."
I almost never sit down to read with my eyes anymore — but I've never finished more books in my life. Here's how audio took over my reading habits, and the DRM hard line that just changed how I buy books.
I use AI every day and I love it — but picking up a paintbrush might be the best thing I've done for my creativity this year. Here's why I'm embracing messy, imperfect, screen-free art in the age of AI.
I didn't expect to love this so much, but what did I really expect? I wrote the books FOR ME in the first place...
It's 2026! And it's time to set some goals for the year... This year I'm setting goals to explore and learn. I can't wait to see what I find along the way! What are your goals for 2026?
Looking back at 2025, I'm glad I accomplished what I did, but I'm also glad the year is over...
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Why I've stepped back from social media...
I've discovered that breaking free from traditional routines has transformed not just how I write, but how I think about the craft itself.
After more than a decade of knitting, I've learned which crafts bring me joy, and the same goes for my writing and creative endeavors.
Life updates: I've left Kindle Unlimited, my books are now available on multiple platforms including ElevenLabs Reader, and I'm currently enjoying the Writer MBA conference in New Orleans!
After committing to ambitious YouTube goals for 2025, it's time to pivot strategically rather than push through unsustainable commitments.
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After years of building websites, I've decided to move on from Elementor. While it was once a fantastic tool, I'm ready to move on.
After giving up sugar and alcohol since New Year's, I celebrated my birthday with both and discovered that my body sucks.
It's 2025! And it's time to set some goals for the year... This year I'm setting goals to become an AI-Assisted One-Woman Studio. Super fun! What are your goals for 2025?
What happened in 2024? Plenty of traveling, the growth of my business, and more... Here are the results of my yearly goals!
It's 2024! And it's time to set some goals for the year... This year I'm setting goals that will help me embrace what makes me unique. What are your goals for 2024?
What happened in 2023? So much! Including publishing a few books, two trips abroad, a new business, and more... Here are the results of my yearly goals!