Dear friends, I write a lot about self-care here, and it's time to practice what I preach. I've been sick a lot—nothing dire, but cold season has hit my family hard—and having a hard time keeping up with my many responsibilities. I want to be able to write Story Hospital from a place of strength and joy. Until I have the health and wherewithal to do that, I'll be stepping back. Thanks as always for your support of Story Hospital. I hope to be back very soon.
Month: February 2019
GYWO: When Your Inner Critic Stops You from Writing
We've all had to deal with tough critics, and sometimes your toughest critic lives in your head.
#130: Pen Names and Shame
Your letter sounds like you've almost talked yourself into believing you're ashamed of what you want to write, just because you've had the idea of using a pen name for it.