It takes a lot of hubris – or ignorance – to want to write a bestselling novel. Before you cement the idea that I am a blowhard fool, let me explain. I know that best-selling books are few and far between for non-celebrities like me. I don’t want bestseller status because I want to be […]
How to Tell Good Hard from Bad Hard: Sparked Podcast with Cynthia and Jonathan
New episode alert on Sparked podcast! Facing doubts in your pursuits? You’re not alone. Join Jonathan Fields & I as we unravel “How to Tell Good Hard from Bad Hard”. Discover the key to identifying when it’s time to push on or change course. Tune in now! And here’s a fun screenshot of us doing […]
Resources for writing a novel
I feel like I shouldn’t say “I’m writing a novel.” The truth is, I am learning to write a novel. It’s been a long time since I wrote my first novel, and the world, and I, have changed. There are so many resources for writers. I’ve been reading books and taking classes. Working through a […]
Staying on track while writing a novel
I’m plugging away at my Lisbon novel. Like most of us, I always want to do more than I actually do. Sigh. As a coach, I know how to get things across the finish line. But that doesn’t mean that wrangling focus is easy. My deadline for a completed draft (that I can send to […]
How to Pursue Your Creative Impulse While Honoring Your Desire For Stability
So, how do you handle the dance between wanting lead with your creative or artistic side, and earning a grown-up worthy living? In the past few years, we’ve all been through a lot of upheaval. At the same time, this moment has reawakened a burning desire to pursue creative passions. It’s a recipe for big […]
Organizing a novel
Writers are lucky – we don’t require a lot of tools for the job. We can use a simple notebook or an app like Word, Google docs, or Evernote. Yet there are more complex systems out there for writing. I have avoided things like Scrivener. Most people I know who use it are fairly savvy […]
Anniversary of Busy Woman’s Guide to Writing a World-Changing Book
I cannot believe it’s been four years since I published The Busy Woman’s Guide to Writing a World-Changing Book. (Oh, yeah, that pandemic short-circuited the world and we went into a time warp.) The great thing about books is they live on and on. They don’t expire and with print-on-demand books published by the author, […]
How AI can now help with writing
I hadn’t been much interested in AI. I know it’s here, I know it’s going to change everything. Focused on my projects, I haven’t wanted to go down the rabbit hole of learning and assessing AI as a tool for work and writing. But when LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman mentioned ‘research assistant’ on a podcast, […]
Writing two books at once!
Typically, I wouldn’t be working on more than one major project at a time. I am happiest when I have a behemoth to work on. Before I get into the nitty-gritty of how it’s working for me to juggle two beasts, let me confess this: I rarely FEEL like working on these projects. Both of […]
Reclaim Your Body’s Wisdom: Yoga and Writing Retreat in Montana
Many of us have complex relationships with our bodies, and this course is an opportunity to cultivate a new, more harmonious connection with ourselves. Whether navigating a major life change or simply seeking to honor your body as it is, Reclaim Your Body’s Wisdom will guide you toward a deeper understanding and appreciation of yourself. […]