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Friday Five-Minute Writing Prompt I’m Free to write my story…

July 15, 2022 By Mary E. Knippel Leave a Comment

I’m free to write my story…

Friday five-minute writing prompt

Take out a fresh sheet of paper. Natalie Goldberg uses a “fast-writing” pen. I suggest using your favorite writing instrument and an unlined piece of colored paper for fun. I use a fountain pen with purple ink. Some folks opt to use their computer. If that is your preferred method to write, then just open a new word document on your computer and go for it. The point is to keep your fingers moving for five minutes and not stop. I want you to experience how much writing can be accomplished in a short period of time.

If you get stuck, just repeat the writing prompt – I’m free to write my story… Or any other phrase that is comfortable for you. Do not stop to edit, correct spelling, look up a better word, or rearrange a sentence. Do not question what comes up in the five minutes: this doesn’t make sense, where did that come from, or what a crazy notion. This is a timed writing exercise so be sure to set the timer on your watch, phone, microwave, computer, or kitchen stove. Whether you use an egg timer, a No. 2 pencil and spiral notebook, your iPad, or even your iPhone, the theory is the same. Keep your hand and/or fingers moving and have fun taking dictation from your unconscious self. Make a list, hum a tune, write a poem, or create a short, short story. This is your time to explore and experiment.

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Declare your independence story!

July 11, 2022 By Mary E. Knippel Leave a Comment

Independence, I believe, exists in the power of your individual attitude and creative spirit.

I believe you are a woman of independence because you possess wit, charm, and, an essential commodity often in short supply, patience.

Asserting your independence means being willing to stand alone with your convictions, hold firm to your decisions and be resilient in the face of adversity.

When I attended Spring Quarter in London as a college freshman at the ripe old age of 30, some thought I was crazy. First of all, that I had quit a perfectly good secretarial job to attend college full time. Secondly, that I would run off to London for three months when I was a happily married woman. Somehow, it appeared I was breaching married etiquette by choosing to pursue an individual goal instead of deferring and maintaining the pre-determined “wifely duties.” Yes, it did look like a declaration of independence because it was!

I was declaring that London was my favorite city in the entire world and I had a chance to spend three months there as part of a study abroad program through the university. I made a dream of mine a reality. I applied for a loan and had the trip of a lifetime. My independence didn’t depend on unlimited funds or the cautionary approval of family and friends. And London is still my all time favorite city in the world.

That’s my story and the details are unique to me. That is just one of my stories because many incidents have contributed to me discovering and owning my passion for writing and helping others discovering their unique story.

  You too have a story that is equally powerful that demonsrates your independent spirit. I’m confident you have multiple stories that have crafted you into who you are today. Stories which share your journey through all the challengs life has tested you in order for  you to acquire the wealth of wisdom to become the woman you are today. A talented, gifted, compassionate and wise woman.

I’m curious…what is one of your independence stories?

What was one time you declared that you were going after a goal and let nothing stop you to achieve that dream? Hop over to my Facebook page and share your independence story.

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Friday Five-Minute Writing Prompt Writing helps me understand…

July 8, 2022 By Mary E. Knippel Leave a Comment

Writing helps me to understand…

Friday five-minute writing prompt

Take out a fresh sheet of paper. Natalie Goldberg uses a “fast-writing” pen. I suggest using your favorite writing instrument and an unlined piece of colored paper for fun. I use a fountain pen with purple ink. Some folks opt to use their computer. If that is your preferred method to write, then just open a new word document on your computer and go for it. The point is to keep your fingers moving for five minutes and not stop. I want you to experience how much writing can be accomplished in a short period of time.

If you get stuck, just repeat the writing prompt – Writing helps me to understand… Or any other phrase that is comfortable for you. Do not stop to edit, correct spelling, look up a better word, or rearrange a sentence. Do not question what comes up in the five minutes: this doesn’t make sense, where did that come from, or what a crazy notion. This is a timed writing exercise so be sure to set the timer on your watch, phone, microwave, computer, or kitchen stove. Whether you use an egg timer, a No. 2 pencil and spiral notebook, your iPad, or even your iPhone, the theory is the same. Keep your hand and/or fingers moving and have fun taking dictation from your unconscious self. Make a list, hum a tune, write a poem, or create a short, short story. This is your time to explore and experiment.

photo credit: jamienease.com

Rewriting Normal … Again!

July 5, 2022 By Mary E. Knippel

Rewriting Normal…Again! Have you ever heard the saying “normal is a setting on washing machines?”

Now, consider all the adjustments you and I have been going through lately, ya gotta laugh and shake your head at the reality of this message about the fleeting concept of “normal.”

Life for me has been chaotic because of circumstances you just can’t plan for beyond making a list of priorities and calendaring your commitments. I mean details involving my business, my health, my immediate family, my extended family and how all those specific details have the potential to derail me. And I’m not just talking about missing a text or email, I’m talking about the death of my beloved aunt and learning the outcome of my latest breast cancer surgery.

What I’d like to invite us all to consider is the concept that rewriting your normal is an ongoing process. We are always rethinking ways to adapt to the next challenge presented to us. Writing and rewriting doesn’t just apply to the paper process of journaling. It’s our thought process of negotiating what to do first, where to put our focus next and how do we juggle multiple commitments to succeed in what we want to accomplish.

My philosophy is that writing makes things real. Sounds simplistic I know, yet very empowering.

Writing things down

  • has a way of helping us focus
  • makes us take stock of our priorities
  • keeps us on track so nothing gets forgotten
  • helps us determine what is a should
  • grants permission for us to choose want to

Writing things down is not foolproof. I’m the first one to tell you that writing it down is not infallible. After all we are only human. We are not machines that can be set on “normal” and perform exactly the same every time.

Even if you write something down, things can get missed.

With the best intentions, we forget to do what we promised because something else cropped up that seemed to be a priority. Or, our brain didn’t remind us to consult what we’d written down.

One way of establishing a pattern of rewriting normal is to journal what’s going on in your life for at least 5-minutes every day and to sync your paper calendar with your electronic calendar. You can set up reminders on your phone to help you track what’s going on and keep you focused. Writing it on a paper calendar is another way to anchor your commitments and establish your priorities. And no, writing your calendar appointments is not part of your 5-minutes of journaling.

The beauty of rewriting your normal is that you get to revisit what happened previously, garner wisdom from those life experiences and make a plan for what you want to have happen next. And it helps you be aware of how your story is changing. It helps you own the story you have been creating as a result of all the wisdom you have acquired from your life experiences.

That sure sounds like a beautiful plan to me.

I have a knack for helping you get your ideas out of your head and onto the page so that you can share your transformational story to write that book to grow your business …to leave a legacy. Schedule a time to chat with me about what you’d like to write on your page!

Friday Five-Minute Writing Prompt Effective Communication Means…

June 24, 2022 By Mary E. Knippel Leave a Comment

Effective Communication Means…

Friday five-minute writing prompt

Take out a fresh sheet of paper. Natalie Goldberg uses a “fast-writing” pen. I suggest using your favorite writing instrument and an unlined piece of colored paper for fun. I use a fountain pen with purple ink. Some folks opt to use their computer. If that is your preferred method to write, then just open a new word document on your computer and go for it. The point is to keep your fingers moving for five minutes and not stop. I want you to experience how much writing can be accomplished in a short period of time.

If you get stuck, just repeat the writing prompt – Effective Communications Means… Or any other phrase that is comfortable for you. Do not stop to edit, correct spelling, look up a better word, or rearrange a sentence. Do not question what comes up in the five minutes: this doesn’t make sense, where did that come from, or what a crazy notion. This is a timed writing exercise so be sure to set the timer on your watch, phone, microwave, computer, or kitchen stove. Whether you use an egg timer, a No. 2 pencil and spiral notebook, your iPad, or even your iPhone, the theory is the same. Keep your hand and/or fingers moving and have fun taking dictation from your unconscious self. Make a list, hum a tune, write a poem, or create a short, short story. This is your time to explore and experiment.

photo credit: jamienease.com

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