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October Motivation—Why October is the Perfect Time to Carve out Time for Your Writing Goals. Don't Wait for January. Work on Your Writing Dreams Today.
Join Jen on this episode of 'Mom Writes First' as she motivates busy moms to prioritize their writing goals now, instead of waiting for January. She introduces the 10-minute writing challenge, shares personal insights on balancing writing with a busy life, and emphasizes the importance of setting writing goals in October. Jen offers practical steps and encouragement for moms to start their writing journey today.
Introduction and Motivation
The 10-Minute Writing Challenge
Balancing Writing with a Busy Life
The Importance of Writing Now
Seasonal Reflections and Upcoming Goals
Don't Wait Until January
Finding Time to Write
The Pitfalls of Waiting
Starting Today for Future Success
Why October is Perfect for Writing
Steps to Build a Writing Habit
Join the Writing Challenge
Final Encouragement and Action StepsTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Why You Need to Re-Choose to be a Writer Every Day.
In this episode of 'Mom Writes First,' host Jen passionately discusses the power of deliberate choice in pursuing writing . She emphasizes the importance of making a conscious decision to identify as a writer daily, drawing parallels with everyday life choices to illustrate how intentional living can shape one's destiny. Jen shares a metaphor of shopping for the life you want, encouraging listeners to visualize and choose their writing path with clarity and purpose. She acknowledges the challenges women, especially mothers, face in carving out time for writing amidst life's demands but affirms that with intentionality, it is possible.
00:00 Introduction: Embrace Your Inner Writer
01:33 The Power of Choice in Writing
04:23 Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Simplicity
10:52 Visualizing Your Writing Journey
14:37 Making Writing a Priority
16:11 Reflecting on Your Writing Path
17:47 Conclusion: Empower Your Writing Potential
18:09 Bonus: Discover Your Writing StrengthsTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Avoid Book Marketing Burnout! How to Market Your Book, without the stress with Lyda Mclallen of Talk + Tell Book Publishing Company
Simplifying Book Marketing with Lyda from Talk Plus Tell
In this episode of Mom Writes First, host Jen chats with Lyda Mclallen, owner of the book publishing company Talk Plus Tell. Lyda, who has been in the industry for over seven years and guided 200+ authors, shares practical tips on making book marketing easier and more enjoyable. She emphasizes the importance of identifying your target audience early in the writing process and provides insights into structural, copy, and proof edits. Jen and Lyda discuss the value of creating a book that resonates with your audience and how to leverage testimonials for long-term success. The conversation touches on building a supportive writing community and how authors can maintain focus on their goals amidst life's demands. They also highlight the significance of romanticizing the writing process and making marketing fun and engaging.
00:00 No More Book Marketing Burnout!
02:09 Introduction and Guest Introduction
03:22 Understanding Your Target Audience
05:46 The Editing Process Explained
09:51 Effective Marketing Strategies
11:13 The Value of Testimonials
19:05 Empowering Authors and Building Community
25:46 Conclusion and How to Connect
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Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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What Season is Your Writing In? Nurture Your Writing Goals with this Coaching Exercise + Why Jen became a life coach for writers [Self-Coaching Exercise for Writers]
Embrace Your Writing Season: A Self-Coaching Exercise for Busy Moms
In this special episode of 'Mom Writes First,' host Jen guides busy moms through a unique coaching exercise to determine the current 'season' of their writing journey. The episode provides practical, reflective questions and actionable steps tailored to the spring, summer, fall, and winter stages of writing. By embracing their current season, listeners can take inspired and intentional actions towards achieving their personal writing goals. Jen, a certified coach shares her passion for helping moms write, regardless of their life circumstances.
00:00 Introducing Today's Episode
01:30 Meet Your Coach: Jen's Journey
03:41 The Importance of Professional Coaching
06:11 Focusing on Writing: A Personal Mission
10:56 Preparing for the Coaching Exercise
14:36 Part One: Identifying Your Writing Season
20:55 Part Two: Setting Goals Based on Your Season
21:21 Spring: Planting Seeds of Inspiratio
23:08 Summer: Nurturing Your Writing
24:57 Fall: Reflecting and Refining
26:21 Winter: Rest and Recharge
28:19 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Body Awareness Meditation for Writers (Improve Focus & Enhance Creativity with this Grounding Meditative Exercise)
This episode guides listeners through a body awareness meditation designed to ground the body and enhance creativity. Ideal for writers who often find themselves disconnected from their physical selves; this meditation emphasizes the importance of being aware of bodily sensations. The episode includes a step-by-step exercise focusing on the sense of touch, encouraging listeners to concentrate on the sensations in their hands and fingers. The meditation concludes with deep breathing to foster a sense of gratitude and release tension.
Episode includes techniques such as Box Breathing and is inspired by the host's experience with PQ Reps, as taught by Shirzad Chamine.
00:00 Introduction to Body Awareness Meditation
00:16 The Importance of Grounding for Writers
00:53 Preparing for the Meditation
01:15 Starting the Meditation: Breathing Exercises
01:44 Focusing on the Sense of Touch
02:58 Detailed Finger Awareness
05:33 Concluding the Meditation
Take the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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The Power of Intentional Rest for Returning to Creativity and Joy
In this episode of Mom Writes First, host Jen shares her personal journey of taking a five-month break from podcasting and writing to focus on intentional rest. She discusses the inspiration behind her decision, including insights from a TED Talk and the book 'Wintering' by Katherine May. Jen explores the seven types of rest as outlined by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith and explains how she applied these principles to restore her energy and creativity. This episode encourages listeners to reflect on their own need for rest and the impact it can have on their creative pursuits.
00:00 Using Intentional Rest to Boost Your Creativity
00:02 Introduction: Why I Took a Break
00:46 The Decision to Pause
02:43 Struggles and Realizations
06:12 The Turning Point
11:46 The Framework for Rest
16:32 The Seven Types of Rest
22:10 Implementing Rest in My Life
28:24 Encouragement and Conclusion
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Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Revive the Joy in Writing with these Journal Prompts .
Six journal prompts designed to help busy moms rediscover the joy and fun in writing. Make writing enjoyableOvercome the barriers to fun writingLearn from your inner child, on what it means to have fun while writingGet advice from your future self, who is a successful and HAPPY writer.
Basically, a workshop for moms to help them add joy back to their writing practice.
In this episode:
00:00 Introduction to Joyful Writing Prompts
00:12 Introducing Mom Writes First: A Podcast for Writing Moms
01:08 Rekindling the Joy of Writing Through Journaling
03:44 Journal Prompts to Spark Joy in Your Writing
03:52 Imaginative Prompts to Spark Writing Fun
05:15 Empowering Your Writing Journey with Self-CoachingTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Reviving the Joy in Writing: Tips for Busy Moms
Learn six actionable tips aimed at helping moms avoid taking their writing too seriouslyUnderstand how to stop sapping all the fun out of the creative process. Use childhood experiences to remember the joy of writingLearn the shocking truth about why you should consider ditching writing goals. Practice engaging in free writingsIdentify ways for creating a fun writing ritualUnderstand the importance of building a community with other mom writers, and ceasing to fight with the writing process.
Let's explore how moms who write can rediscover the joy in their writing process.
Writing shouldn't feel like a chore. Let's make a joyful priority in our creative lives.
00:00 Introduction: Rediscovering the Joy in Writing
00:27 Meet Jen: A Mom, Lawyer, and Aspiring Author
01:29 The Struggle of Writing as a Busy Mom
02:48 Why Writing Shouldn't Be a Chore
07:52 Embracing Writing with Joy and Curiosity
12:37 Practical Tips to Make Writing Fun Again
21:04 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Overcoming Procrastination and Embracing Your Writing Journey as a Busy Mom
In this empowering episode of Mom Writes First, Jen shares insightful strategies to help busy moms conquer procrastination and kickstart their writing ambitions. Unlike conventional advice, Jen unpacks procrastination not as a sign of laziness but as an avoidance of discomfort associated with seeking harmony and avoiding tough situations. She offers three practical tips: recognizing avoidance, understanding your patterns, and creating a procrastination list to prioritize writing tasks based on willingness, fostering a gentle approach towards self-motivation.
00:00 Introduction to Overcoming Procrastination for Busy Moms
00:18 Meet Jen: Lawyer Turned Life Coach and Aspiring Author
00:38 Unlock Your Mom Superpower for Writing Success
01:16 Embracing the Spring Season and Its Inspirations
02:04 The Heart of Procrastination and Avoidance in Writing
03:15 Strategies to Combat Writing Procrastination
05:31 Understanding and Addressing Avoidance Deeply
07:59 Practical Steps to Overcome Procrastination
08:54 The Procrastination List: A Unique Approach
13:22 Encouragement and Next Steps for Aspiring WritersTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Harness the power of your thoughts to achieve your writing goals!
You can write more by choosing better thoughts, and this episode shares a tool, called the Thought Bridge, to help you do just that!
Learn how to shift beliefs about time management to help you reach your writing goals.
Learn the Thought Bridge tool, and understand how it is based on cognitive behavioral theory
The episode encourages listeners to examine their thoughts, recognize beliefs that do not serve them, and gradually shift towards more supportive thoughts using the Thought Bridge.
00:00 Introduction to Time Management and the Thought Bridge
00:55 Welcome to Mom Writes First Podcast
01:56 Shifting Beliefs to Serve Your Goals
02:23 The Power of Thought in Achieving Goals
03:39 A Personal Journey: From Time Scarcity to Abundance
07:19 Implementing the Thought Bridge Technique
10:26 Building Your Personal Thought Bridge
16:26 Empowering Your Writing Journey
17:09 Closing Thoughts and InvitationsTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Learn a coaching prompt designed to help busy mom writers confront and move past limiting beliefs that hinder their writing goals.
How thoughts and beliefs directly affect your ability to achieve writing aspirations.How thoughts and beliefs create our results in our life. Journal prompts that help mom writers explore beliefs that may be blocking their writing progressGuidance on choosing thoughts beliefs that serve your writing goals better.
Learn:
00:00 Introduction: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs for Writing Success
00:17 Meet Jen: From Lawyer to Life Coach and Aspiring Author
00:38 Leveraging Mom Superpowers for Writing Goals
01:12 Understanding the Power of Thoughts in Achieving Writing Goals
02:46 The Cognitive Behavioral Approach to Transforming Writing Blocks
04:32 Journaling Prompts to Uncover and Shift Limiting Beliefs
05:40 Taking Action: Identifying and Changing Unhelpful Beliefs
08:30 Encouragement and Next Steps for Aspiring Writers
09:05 Closing Thoughts and Invitation to Engage FurtherTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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21. Reflect Forward: Reach Your Writing Goals this Year with this Journal Prompt
In this episode of 'Mom Writes First,' host Jen Larimore shares her experiences and insights on balancing motherhood with personal aspirations, especially writing. Jen, who is a mother of five, a lawyer turned life coach, and an aspiring author, uses her 43rd birthday as a springboard to discuss the importance of reflection and goal setting for moms who yearn to write. She provides a journal prompt aimed at helping listeners envision their future lives, acknowledging the messiness and joy of motherhood along the way. Jen encourages listeners to embrace their unique mom superpowers to achieve their writing goals and offers practical tips and a free 21-day time audit guide to help find extra time in their day. This episode is a heartwarming blend of personal anecdotes, motivational advice, and practical resources for any mom looking to make space for writing in her life.
00:00 Finding Balance in Motherhood and Writing Goals
00:26 Introducing Mom Writes First Podcast
00:48 Leveraging Mom Superpowers for Writing Success
01:26 Reflecting on Personal Growth and Gratitude
01:41 Embracing the Chaos and Joy of Motherhood
07:00 Journal Prompt: Envisioning Your Ideal Future
08:10 Guided Reflection: Crafting Your Future with IntentionTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
Take the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Balancing Writing, Wellness, and Motherhood --"Eat, Move, & Groove"
In this inspiring episode of 'Mom Writes First,' host Jen Larimore sits down with Susie Kundrat, a registered dietitian, professor, and author of 'Eat, Move, Groove,' to discuss the intersection of motherhood, wellness, and achieving writing goals. They delve into practical tips from Susie's book and her journey to publication, emphasizing the importance of community, small actionable steps in nutrition and exercise, and leveraging one's unique mom superpowers to reach personal and writing milestones. Susie shares her 2211 nutrition and fitness plan, geared towards making health and wellness simple and attainable for busy moms. This episode is a treasure trove of motivation for moms looking to nurture their writing dreams while taking care of themselves and their families.
00:00 Introduction to the Interview and Susie's New Book
00:22 Welcome to Mom Writes First: A Journey of Writing and Motherhood
01:46 Susie's Journey: From Nutrition to Empowering Women
04:11 The Birth of Eat, Move, Groove: A Holistic Approach to Wellness
14:46 The 22 11 Plan: Simplifying Nutrition and Exercise
22:11 The Power of Small Steps: Writing, Eating, and Moving
25:02 Exploring the Essence of Groove Through Community and Generosity
26:04 The Joy of Teaching and the Impact of Volunteering
26:21 Finding Your Own Community of Generosity
27:39 Personalizing Your Groove: Cooking, Eating, and Loving Food
28:32 Simplifying Snacks and Integrating Movement into Your Routine
32:04 Leveraging Support and Collaboration for Success
37:09 Empowering Each Other on Our Journeys
41:25 Maximizing Your Online Presence and Engaging with Your Audience
43:31 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
Learn more about Susie, her book "Eat, Move, and Groove," and all the incredible work she is doing in this world here: https://www.eatmovegroove.com/
Follow Susie on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/eatmovegroove/Take the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Maximizing Your Time: The Power of a Time Audit
In this episode of 'Mom Writes First,' host Jen Larimore, a mom of five and a life coach writing her first book, discusses the importance of managing one's time effectively. Addressing a common coaching question, Jen shares her number one tip for better time management - conducting a time audit. She explains how auditing your time can reveal how much of it is spent on non-essential activities, allowing for adjustment towards fulfilling personal goals and responsibilities more efficiently. Jen provides practical tips for conducting a time audit, including doing it without judgment and tracking time in a way that resonates personally. She highlights that the goal is not necessarily to get more done, but to prioritize what truly matters. This episode is especially tailored for busy moms aiming to achieve their writing goals, though the advice is universally applicable.
00:00 Introduction to Time Management for Busy Moms
00:13 Welcome to Mom Writes First: A Journey to Writing Goals
01:13 Recording from the Road: Sharing Time Management Insights
02:53 The Heart of Time Management: Doing What Matters
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09:07 Implementing Your Time Audit: Practical Tips and Insights
13:54 Wrapping Up: Empowerment and Next StepsTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Protect Your Energy: A Journal Prompt for Busy Moms
In this episode of 'Mom Writes First,' host Jen Larimore introduces a journal prompt designed to help busy moms prioritize what's important in their lives, particularly in the context of reaching writing goals. Jen, a mom of five and a life coach, shares her personal journey of writing her first book and how she manages her time and energy amidst her bustling life. While on a spring break trip with her family, she reflects on the importance of protecting one's energy to not only meet personal aspirations, such as writing, but also to fulfill roles as a mom, wife, and more effectively. The journal prompt encourages listeners to contemplate what it means to protect their energy and how it can lead to living a life that aligns with their true self. Jen concludes the episode by inviting listeners to share their insights and interact with her on Instagram, and encourages sharing the podcast and leaving reviews to help reach more listeners.
00:00 Ki ckstarting Your Writing Journey: A Special Journal Prompt
00:00 Introduction to Mom Writes First Podcast
00:10 Introducing Mom Writes First: Empowering Busy Moms
00:31 Unlock Your Mom Superpower for Writing Success
00:31 The Power of Leveraging Your Mom Superpower for Writing
01:34 The Journey of Writing from a Hotel Room
02:03 Embracing the Iterative Process of Achieving Goals
03:26 The Struggle of Prioritizing Writing and Personal Goals
04:09 Realizing the Importance of Protecting Your Energy
06:52 This Week's Journal Prompt: Protecting Your Energy
07:28 Sharing Insights and Empowering Each Other
08:04 Closing Thoughts and Invitations
08:04 A Call to Action: Share, Review, and Join the CommunityTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Breaking Free from Busy: Empowering Moms to Prioritize Writing
In this episode of 'Mom Writes First,' host Jen Larimore, a mom of five and a lawyer turned life coach writing her first book, addresses the common obstacle of feeling too busy to pursue personal goals, specifically writing. Jen stresses the importance of moms making time for their passions, not just for self-care but to set a positive example for their children. She introduces cognitive behavioral theory to illustrate how the thought 'I'm too busy' is a self-imposed barrier that leads to feelings of overwhelm and prevents action. Through a series of exploratory questions, Jen guides listeners to challenge their limiting beliefs around busyness, urging them to redefine their priorities in alignment with their values and passions for writing. She encourages seeking coaching for deeper exploration and offers resources through her website and Instagram to support moms in reclaiming time for their creative endeavors.
00:00 Welcome to Mom Writes First: Empowering Busy Moms
00:55 Today's Focus: Making Time for Your Writing Passion
02:01 Understanding the 'Too Busy' Mindset
04:21 The Cognitive Behavioral Approach to Overcoming 'Busy'
10:52 Exploring and Challenging Limiting Beliefs
15:11 Practical Steps to Reclaim Your Time and Creativity
15:27 How Coaching Can Transform Your Writing Journey
16:05 Join the Mom Writes First Community
16:14 A Personal Invitation from JenTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Transforming into Your Writer Self While Juggling Motherhood and a Day Job
In this episode of Mom Writes First, host Jen Larimore addresses a coaching question from a client about balancing the roles of motherhood, employment, and entrepreneurship while navigating a transition into a freelance writing career. Jen, a mom of five and a lawyer turned life coach, emphasizes the importance of leaning into transformation and envisioning one's future self as a writer. She encourages listeners to move at their own pace and to be open to various paths to achieving their dream of becoming a writer. The episode also includes an invitation for listeners to share their perspectives and questions via social media or email, further empowering the community of mom writers.
00:00 Introduction to Mom Writes First
00:01 Meet Jen Larimore: Lawyer Turned Life Coach and Aspiring Author
00:55 Today's Special Coaching Question: Embracing Transformation
02:42 The Struggle of Balancing Writing, Work, and Motherhood
03:34 Jen's Advice: Embracing Transformation and Future Self
05:46 Paths to Becoming Your Future Self
08:57 Releasing Control and Trusting the Transformation Process
10:38 Engaging with the Community and Final ThoughtsTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Grow your Confidence with this Journal Prompt
In this episode of 'Mom Writes First,' Jen Larimore, a mom of five and a lawyer turned life coach writing her first book, discusses how moms can leverage their unique mom-superpowers to achieve their writing aspirations. Jen shares her own struggles with confidence and worthiness in writing, assuming many listeners can relate. S he introduces a simple journaling prompt designed to build self-appreciation by listing five personal wins each day, encouraging listeners to identify patterns in their achievements.
00:00 Introduction to Mom Writes First Podcast
00:22 Unlock Your Mom Superpower for Writing Success
01:04 Today's Special Episode: A Vulnerable Share
03:06 The Power of Journaling: A Simple Yet Effective Prompt
04:11 Encouragement and Next Steps
04:20 Closing Thoughts and InvitationsTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Does Anxiety Stop You From Writing?
Overcoming Anxiety and Embracing Impermanence: A Story for Mama Writers
In this episode of 'Mom Writes First', host Jen aims to help anxious 'mama writers' who struggle to find time and peace to write. She shares a personal story about how understanding the concept of impermanence eased her anxiety. Drawing an analogy with a Thai meditation master's broken goblet story, Jen emphasizes that everything is temporary. She encourages her listeners to embrace this impermanence, not just with objects but also with their writing, children, self, and life experiences. This acceptance, she believes, can relieve them from the burden of perfection and help appreciate the present moment. It can also shift the perspective of their writing frustrations, enabling them to see their work through a lens of unconditional love and appreciation.
00:00 Introduction: Addressing Anxiety in Writing
01:41 Personal Struggles with Anxiety
03:21 The Broken Goblet: A Story of Impermanence
05:22 Applying the Lesson of Impermanence to Life
06:49 Impermanence and Writing: Overcoming Perfectionism
08:21 Conclusion: Embracing Impermanence in Writing and Life
08:52 Outro: Encouragement for the Writing JourneyTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more!
Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU!
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Website www.momfirstcoaching.comListen to more episodes by visiting Apple Podcasts or Spotify or your favorite platform.
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