Sophfronia's Blog
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A blog about what I find amazing, smart, beautiful, or just plain fun.
When Life Intervenes
Obstacles already popping up? That happens. You plan, you schedule, you have the best intentions. Then life intervenes. In this week's Morning Walk video you'll see that despite wind and despite snow, I did what I said I would do today. Here's how to lean into your writing goals when [...]
The Right Writing Goals for You
Author Sophfronia Scott discusses successful goal setting for writers.
The Magic of Debi Lilly Style
As a lifestyle artist Debi Lilly creates a magical space for her events. When people enter it they feel the potential for connection, for discovery, for love. Now, touched by this magic, I understand what it can do for the heart.
For Memoir: You Can Research Your Life
In my new "Morning Walk" video I'm at Harvard, on the banks of the Charles River, discussing how it is possible--and a wonderful thing--to research your own life. Here's how to do it, and a few things to keep in mind. If you’re reading this post via email and [...]
On Revision: A River Runs Through It
Today’s video isn’t a “how to” on revision. Let’s talk about a way to think about revision. I often find that if I know how to think or create a mindset around something, the “how” will take care of itself. So here are some thoughts toward a view of [...]
How Magnetic Is Your Writing “Why?”
Today's video continues a conversation I started yesterday when I asked, "Why do you write?" I hope you came up with an answer because now I invite you to consider this: Is your "why" strong enough, magnetic enough? Why do I ask? Watch and I'll tell you more. Oh, [...]
Question: Why Do You Write?
A new video: I said last week it is a crazy thing we do, this writing. So today I'm thinking about "Why?" On this morning's walk, during a pause in a hike in Paugussett State Park, I share why I write. What are your reasons? Would you still write [...]
Finding Your Writing Community
Today's video: Having a writing community helps ease the solitary nature of this creative path we've chosen. Here are a few suggestions for finding your own community easily and without having to go too far from home. Let me know in the comments some of the ways you've sought [...]
