The Write Life

The Write Life

By Maureen McDoleEducationSelf-Improvement
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The Write Life episodes

  • Episode 36
    Season Two opens with a reading of my column The Write Life that is featured in the Jan/Feb issue of The Artisan Magazine, followed by a talk about the devastations and revelations that come with letting go of the old and moving into the new.
    32 min
  • Episode 35
    It's my last episode of Season One of The Write Life. I open this episode with my poem "Feast" and share which childhood shames have turned into my greatest gifts as an adult. I also talk about my deep need for quiet and reflection during this time of year even though society expects us to be busy and social. Thank you everyone who has tuned in this year! *Correction: I say Western Hemisphere instead of Northern Hemisphere in this episode! 🤣
    21 min
  • Episode 34

    In this week's episode I share my poem "Prison Break" and talk about how to overcome fear and doubt when it starts stalking you in your creative practice and in life.

    23 min
  • Episode 33
    In this week's episode I share my poem "Old Woman" and talk about what my word is for the next year in honor of my birthday yesterday. I also talk about the different ways you can confront the subconscious fears you have around your dreams actually coming true.
    31 min
  • Episode 32
    In this week's episode I share my poem "The Garden" and talk about how to write a new narrative for yourself, especially if you don't identify with the old one anymore. I also talk about my upcoming monthly The Write Life Newsletter, which I will be offering for a $35.00/month subscription on Substack starting in January. It will feature writing and self-care tips, curated articles, book recommendations and more!
    22 min
  • Episode 31
    This week I shared my prose poem "Great Grandmother" and talk about my adventures in the last week of consciously listening to my heart's desires. I also discuss how to strengthen your intuition in small ways throughout your day.
    18 min
  • Episode 30

    In this week's episode I open with my poem "The Passing of the Old Guard." I talk about the practice of asking your heart what it wants as you move through the day. I also talk about the benefits of creating Healing Stories, to help you write new narratives about situations that have caused you pain or frustration.

    30 min
  • Episode 29
    This week I share my poem "A Circle in a Square World." I talk about how to navigate the forest through the trees when everything seems to be screaming for you to quit your dreams.
    19 min
  • Episode 28

    In this week's episode I share a love poem my father wrote that I discovered in one of his books while I was cleaning out his apartment today. It caused me to reflect on how tricky it can sometimes be to navigate the complexities of being in relationship with others and with ourselves, especially in times of profound upheaval and change.


    28 min
  • Episode 27

    In this episode I share my poem "Wild Country" and talk about the value of play and wildness in a world which constantly encourages us to remain tame.

    13 min

About The Write Life

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On this podcast I explore what it means to live my idea of a “write” life full of joy, creativity, adventure and ease. Tune in and come along for the ride with me. I will be sharing some of my writing and poetry too! I am a poet, writer, and speaker. Look for a new podcast every Wednesday!