Self Compassion for Writers
Annie2018-09-10T01:09:41-07:00Self Compassion for Writers Self compassion is essential for writers. In this video, Compassion Expert Kathy Elkind discusses this vital topic with Diane Mathias. Enjoy, learn and practice!
Introducing Pressfield: The Artist’s Journey
Annie2018-09-06T13:46:06-07:00Introducing Pressfield: The Artist's Journey Diane Mathias introduces this seasoned author and his highly acclaimed book, The Artist's Journey. Steven Pressfield speaks in an honest and straight forward manner: this path is not for the faint of heart. The Artist's Journey is a potent and powerful book; this journey will change your life.
Loose Leash Writing
Annie2018-09-06T13:26:23-07:00Loose Leash Writing When we allow ourselves a looser hold on our writing “shoulds and shouldn’t” we can discover new fun and freedom in our written expressions.
Your Writer’s Ear
Annie2018-09-06T13:26:48-07:00Your Writer’s Ear We each have what is known as “a writer’s ear.” Learn to identify yours and understand how this greatly benefits your listening and writing capacity.
I Am A River: Using Music with Poetry
Annie2018-09-06T13:27:00-07:00I Am A River: Using Music with Poetry Annie Mathias’ poem, I Am A River is read beside a Native style flute to show how music and poetry can merge. This video also shows a duel performance of voice and music.
Inner Rooms
Annie2018-09-06T13:27:19-07:00Inner Rooms What are some of your inner rooms, you know, those rooms that have closed doors… the ones that are not open for everyone? Perhaps you only let a select few into these hidden places. This is a spontaneous live video where I show you one of mine. It is fun and food for creative thought!
What is True Success?
Annie2018-09-06T13:27:30-07:00What is True Success? Success is defined in many ways and often misrepresented. As a creative, things may not appear successful because they do not result in monetary benefits. In this short video we take a deeper look at how we view our work, we discuss offering self compassion and re-defining failure. This is a whimsical and fun ride.
Finding Our Authentic Voice in Writing
Annie2018-09-06T13:27:45-07:00Finding Our Authentic Voice in Writing Find our “own” voice, often referred to as our authentic voice, is one of the most important challenges to new writers. This brings power and strength to what these writers have to say.
The Other Side of Writing
Annie2018-09-06T13:27:54-07:00The Other Side of Writing There is so much more to writing than meets this eye. This process can be a magical, intuitive process used for empowerment, healing and deeper wisdom