Writing Within Reach: Strategies for Setting Realistic Writing Goals
Ever found yourself promising to dedicate an hour every morning to writing, only to have life’s myriad responsibilities intervene? The demands of family, sudden to-do list items, and work deadlines can quickly derail even the most well-intentioned plans. As...
Designing Your Writing Life: Creating a Routine That Works for You
Whether you’re a full-time writer or getting started on your writing journey, one of the most powerful tools you can carry is a well-crafted routine. In this adventure of designing your writing life, I am here to guide you through the process of goal setting and...
It’s not mother’s day everywhere for everyone.
Mother’s day or not Mother’s Day. The day doesn’t have more meaning simply because of the name. What does once a year mean in contrast to the ways we treat mothers every other day of the year. I’d rather see a world where we work to create a...
bell hooks told me to be more selfish next year.
Selfish is not a word you want to be called. You’re taught from a young age to share, to be considerate, and to avoid being selfish. For many, just the sound of the word alone stops rational thought and triggers a state of defensiveness. What? Me? I’m not...
When will you believe you’ve accomplished enough?
If I asked you to list your accomplishments, what would you say? Would you say you think you’ve accomplished enough? Or when I ask the question would you do as the majority of people do? Will you tell me what you’ve accomplished by telling me what...About Leigh
I'm a writer and mentor currently living in Argentina. Want to know how I created my ideal writing life?
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