There’s no doubt Covid-19 has swept the globe, changing not only the way we view the world but also the way we live, interact with each other, travel, work, and even communicate.
Everything has been impacted, and every aspect of our lives has been affected.
To address the current situation, in this episode, Lauren brings us a beautiful analogy from the Hero’s Journey. The Dark Night of the Soul to be more specific. Brought up by one of the participants from her Write Your Friggin’ Book Already program, this plot represents the inner transformation that follows after the stages of hardship and obstacles in our lives.
Here at Business School For Writers, Lauren wants you to know that if you are experiencing the abyss, your own Dark Night of the Soul, feeling lost or stuck, you’re not alone.
She also talks about every human being worthy of moving onto the next stage of their own hero’s journey. She recommends we take this time to do things that nurture our spirits. Things like taking the time to rest, relax, harness the benefits of journaling, and leaning into the power of storytelling, for example.
As a writer, Lauren has experienced first hand how this higher power beyond herself, called writing and storytelling, has given her something to look forward to and move on with her life even during her darkest hours. She has tasted the perks of journaling, and in this episode, she wants to share them with you.
If you haven’t listened to episode 10 where we talk about how to curate an engaged book club with Michaële Antoine, then go back and check it out!
I want to know who you are and where you’ve been! Come hang out with me in the Writers Squad Facebook group and over on Instagram @laurenmariefleming. I can’t wait to chat with you there!
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Resources mentioned in this episode:
Journaling can save your life, alleviate anxiety, reduce stress and overcome overwhelming obstacles. Download my free guide to journaling during difficult times HERE and bring more joy into your life!
Check out my mini course on Plotting HERE!
Book recommendation of the week:
Circe by Madeline Miller
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Wondering why we don’t link to Amazon? Check out Episode 2 of the Business School for Writers Podcast to hear all about how supporting independent bookstores helps you see more stories like yours out in the world.
