Nick Wettstein shares two of his poems with us in this guest post from a fellow instapoet. I enjoy his quirky and deep nature – being able to show both fun and reflective sides of himself.
Category: Creativity
What Makes You Different and Weird Could be Your Legacy
From childhood we are indoctrinated to blend in, be like others, and go with the flow. However, we have the technology and freedoms we have today because of pioneers and innovators willing to stand up, stand out, and stand apart. Are you one of them for future generations?
Share Your Moments to Embrace Your Story
We can’t compare our moments to others’ stories. And we can’t leave out our moments if we truly want to inspire others and live a life of purpose and strength. We must share our story without leaving out the moments that made it possible.
Fireside Chat with My Creative Break: Making Time for Creativity
In this fireside chat with Linda and Kim from My Creative Break, we explore the importance of taking time out of your day to explore your creative side…even if you don’t think you have one!
Fireside Chat with Tim Allen: Stepping Into Your Voice after Becoming a Christian
A new fireside chat episode with Tim Allen, Tallent, from Young Nation Live. Listen in as he shares how he found his voice as a Christian hip hop artist.
Drawing Lines: A Writing Prompt Response
This weekend I journaled through a writing prompt from Susannah Ford-Crush. Let’s see what happened with it.
Fireside Chat with Susannah Ford-Crush: Drawing Lines between Creativity & Life
World Photographer, Writer, and Musician Susannah Ford-Crush and Voice Discovery Coach and Writer Shell Vera sit down to talk about Susannah’s career, life, and creativity.
Fireside Chat with Tunde: Creativity During Crises | Rising Above Struggle
In this fireside chat, I talk with Akintunde Sogunro about his projects, creativity during crisis, and rising above struggle.
Fireside Chat with Janae: Being Naked & Exposed | Healing in the Hurt
Janae of Kreative Roots and Shell Vera discuss what it means to be naked and exposed, being multi-talented, and how to fully walk in our identity with authenticity and vulnerability. The ladies touch upon their love for poetry and communication while also sharing about the importance of identity, relationships, and faith in our lives. They talk about how they have brought their audiences as writers and poets into their processes and now share with others how to do the same. This chat is a beautiful example of how there is no competition in the Kingdom and how two women who work in similar spaces can come together and share ideas and grow a friendship when we see one another as sisters and brothers instead of competition. The ladies bring a lot of fun, joy, and depth into the conversation.
Family Fun at The Essential Creative
Looking for some family fun or things to keep the kids busy? Here you go!
DIY Winter Wellness Tips & Tricks
Some DIYs to support Winter Wellness this season.
New Book Alert: “When I Stopped Remembering Tomorrow” by Shell Vera
My first book finally published! I was disappointed that I couldn’t figure out what to share tonight and then I received a notice that my book published four days early! Learn how to order it in this post plus get a sneak peek of one of the poems.
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