In this solo episode, Leya shares a seasonal life update! We talk about checking in on our goals midway through the year and what she's been learning through her own creative process, as well as recapping a trip she recently took to Italy and Greece!

We discuss:

• Showing up to our writing practice
• Telling your story and the process of writing a memoir
• Leya's experience attending a retreat for survivors of child sexual abuse
• Leya's experience attending a writing retreat and sharing her story with others
• Finding your voice and having the courage to speak
• Sharing the process of self-publishing her second poetry book, coming out this fall!
• A recap of mine and my husbands 2 week trip to Europe through Italy and Greece!
• Intentions for the remainder of 2024

Creative Resources Mentioned:

Saprea Retreat

Ep 84: How I Self Published a Book of Poetry

Mari Andrew

Contact Leya: @leyavandoren