Published in The Writing Cooperative·PinnedMember-onlyHow to Write a Christian Devotional BookSimple tips to get you started in this booming niche market — If you are a Christian who wants to share your faith with others through writing, then you may want to consider writing a devotional book. A devotional book is one that helps Christians grow in their faith and connect with God on a daily basis. …Christianity6 min read
Published in Natural Way·PinnedMember-onlyHow to Get Rid of a Sore Throat QuicklyThere are a few easy things you can do to get rid of a sore throat quickly A sore throat is a common ailment that can make it difficult to speak, swallow, or sleep. Not only is a sore throat uncomfortable, but it can also be a sign of something…Health9 min read
Published in The Writing Cooperative·PinnedMember-onlyA 2-Step Simple, Fast, and Free Keyword Tool Research ProcessTopic and keyword research doesn’t need to be complicated or time-consuming — Why do keyword and topic research If you are like me, once you get a topic idea into your head, you want to jump right into the writing. That has its place, but without a little research, you might have written a piece that no one is looking for, and so no one is likely to…Keyword Research6 min read
Published in The Writing Cooperative·PinnedMember-onlyWhat Makes a Gothic Novel: Common Tropes and How to Write OneWriting into the dark and stormy night — What makes a gothic novel? Unfortunately, there is no one clear answer; however, several familiar tropes exist in gothic fiction. In this article, I will discuss these tropes and how to use them in your writing. I will also provide examples of well-known gothic stories that exhibit these tropes. Note…Books14 min read
Published in Dream Catching·PinnedMember-onlyTop 12 Common Dream Symbols and What They MeanPowerful keys for engaging your dreaming self How often do you wake up from a dream and wonder what it meant? Dreams can be puzzling, and sometimes it’s hard to interpret their symbolism. In this article, in no particular order, I will explore twelve common dream symbols or images and…Dreams18 min read
Jun 24Member-onlySurround Yourself with Positive People for Motivation and SupportDon’t go it alone — you don’t have to — Surround yourself with those who see greatness within you, even when you don’t see it yourself! — Zig Ziglar If you want to be successful, you need to surround yourself with positive people. This is especially true if you are trying to reach a goal. …Psychology4 min read
Jun 23Member-onlyHow to Create an Action Plan for Achieving GoalsWith a free SMART Goal Action Plan Worksheet Are you struggling to achieve your goals? Do you feel like you have no idea where to start? You’re not alone! A lot of people find it difficult to create a plan of action that will help them achieve their goals. In…Productivity2 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jun 22Member-onlyHow to Stop Procrastinating: Tips to Get Stuff DoneAway with delay! — It’s 2 PM on a Wednesday and you’re staring at the blank document on your screen, knowing that you should be writing a report but feeling completely uninspired. You’ve been procrastinating all day long, telling yourself that you’ll start working on it “just one more minute.” Sound familiar? If so…Time Management3 min read
Jun 22Member-onlySMART Goals: How to Set Them and Make Them Work for YouWith examples and free worksheet — What is a SMART goal? This is a question that I get asked all the time. And it’s a great question! A SMART goal is a specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goal. In other words, it’s a goal that is easy to understand and can be easily measured. …Coaching2 min read
Published in ILLUMINATION·Jun 21Member-onlyWhy Positive Psychology Isn’t All Positive: The Dark Side of PositivityWhen you think of positive psychology, what comes to mind? Probably things like happiness, optimism, and well-being. And while these are definitely some of the key aspects of positive psychology, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. …Coaching4 min read
