Author Archives: J.E. Nickerson

You’re Not Behind. You’re Being Reshaped

Starting a book can feel overwhelming—but you’re not alone. This article offers encouragement and practical tips to help new writers begin their creative journey with confidence and clarity.

✍️Thought of the Day June 27, 2025✍️

God placed a voice in you for a reason—use it to lift others, speak life, and walk in your divine purpose. A gentle reminder to let your light shine.

How to Create a World for Your Characters

Part of the series “how to write a book from start to finish” By J.E. Nickerson | Wise Thinkers Help Desk  We all live in a familiar world of our own making—our homes, our neighborhoods, our routines, and the people we hold close. Just as you have a world you’re at home in, the characters in yourContinue reading “How to Create a World for Your Characters”

One More Sentence… Knowing When to Stop and Rest

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can write is the sentence you choose not to. In a world that pushes us to keep going, this article explores the value of stopping—of listening to your body, your spirit, and the natural pauses in your creative rhythm. It’s about learning to rest without guilt and recognizing that not every moment has to be filled with words.

From the Wise Thinker’s Desk : It’s time to rest

Feeling burned out or creatively drained? This reflection from the Wise Thinkers Desk is a gentle reminder that rest isn’t a setback — it’s a sacred part of the process. Learn why stepping back can help you move forward with greater clarity, purpose, and peace.

How to De-Escalate a Situation When Words Aren’t Enough

By J.E. Nickerson  When emotions run high and your best efforts seem to fall short, grace and distance can do what words cannot. Understanding the Weight of Stress There are moments when even our most sincere efforts to comfort someone seem to backfire. You might be showing up with love and grace, doing everything youContinue reading “How to De-Escalate a Situation When Words Aren’t Enough”

How to Create a Character Profile That Actually Helps You Write

Part of the series “how to write a book from start to finish” By J.E. Nickerson | Wise Thinkers Help Desk  If you’ve ever watched the Mission Impossible series or movies, you know how the main character carefully selects his team — each person comes with a detailed dossier outlining their strengths and skills. When you create a characterContinue reading “How to Create a Character Profile That Actually Helps You Write”

💡Thought of the Day Jun 18, 2025💡

A single insight can shift your entire day. This quick but meaningful Thought of the Day invites you to pause, reflect, and realign with what matters most. Sometimes all it takes is one truth, well-timed, to spark clarity and forward motion.

How to Find Your “Why” as a Writer and Creator (And Why It Matters)

Struggling to stay motivated as a writer or creator? This article helps you uncover your deeper “why” — the purpose behind your words — and explains how that clarity can fuel your creativity, focus your message, and keep you going when inspiration fades.