Feeling drained but still called to write? In this episode, John Edward Nickerson shares gentle, faith-filled guidance on how to keep writing with honesty, healing, and presence when your emotional tank is empty.
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🌟 Introducing “Mindful Moments for writers” 🌟
Take a pause and recharge your creativity with Mindful Moments for Riders, a space for writers and authors to find focus, inspiration, and encouragement for their writing journey.
Mindful Moments for Writers E1 Practicing Gratitude
Take a few moments to pause and recharge with this guided mindfulness meditation. In this Scenic Reflections video, enjoy calming visuals and soothing music while you reconnect with yourself, release stress, and cultivate presence. Ideal for a quick daily reset or a peaceful break anytime you need to relax and center your mind.
When Doing the Right Thing Still Feels Wrong: Building Moral Dilemmas into Your Stories
Not every story has easy answers. Discover how to write morally complex characters who face impossible choices—when doing right still feels wrong.
Writing the Future: How Sci-Fi Stories Help Us See Ourselves—and What We’re Becoming
Explore how sci-fi shaped our view of humanity, tech, and AI—and why authors must write stories that both entertain and warn in an age of algorithms.
🚨 New Book in the Works! 🚨
“New book in the works! A beginner’s guide to writing & editing stories—thrillers, romance, or comedy. Subscribe for updates & sneak peeks.”
When No One Sees the Vision Yet: Overcoming Discouragement in Your Writing Life
You’ve worked hard. But what do you do when no one seems to notice your writing? Here’s how to overcome discouragement, stay focused, and keep believing in your creative vision.
Mindful Moments for writers: Practicing Gratitude
Pause, breathe, and embrace gratitude with this guided meditation. Center yourself, appreciate life’s simple blessings, and nurture a calm, thankful mindset.
Heart of Writing S1E6 How to Write When You’re Emotionally Drained
Learn how taking small, consistent steps can lead to lasting personal growth. Discover practical tips to stay steady and achieve your goals without overwhelm.
Writing Characters Who Grieve: How Loss Changes Them
Learn how to write characters forever changed by grief. Explore examples from John Wick, Edge of Darkness, and Rabbit Hole to craft emotionally rich and authentic arcs.
We Are Wise Thinkers 