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2024 Self-Love Holiday Gift Guide

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podcast round-up: june 2023

It’s a wrap! Here’s a recap of everything we covered on the podcast last month.

podcast round-up: may 2023

May was a great month for the podcast, full of new topics and guests! If you’ve missed the last few episodes, here’s a recap of everything we covered last month!

5 Ways Authors Can Use Video to Promote Their Books

podcast round-up: april 2023

April was a great month for the podcast, full of new topics and guests! If you’ve missed the last few episodes, here’s a recap of everything we covered last month!

podcast round-up: march 2023

Season 2 of the small steps to self love podcast is in full swing! Take a look at the recent episodes and be sure to tune in each week!

self-love after loss

I was joined by special guest Liz Newman for this episode. We discussed her recent poetry book release, a collection titled “I Look to the Mourning Sky”, and how to navigate grief and the healing process. If you are grieving you are not alone.

finding a support system for your mental health

in this episode, fellow poet Abi hayes and i discussed finding a support system for your mental health, the importance of friendship during difficult times, and more!

managing anxiety and panic attacks through writing

In this episode, I was joined by poet Dominique Rossi. We dive into discussing mental health and using writing and poetry to help manage anxiety.

self-care during the holidays

In this episode of small steps to self-love, we talk about the importance of self-care during this time, and how to practice compassion and self-care so you aren't left empty during the holiday season.

3 healthy habits for more self-love

learn 3 healthy habits you can build into your life to create more self-acceptance on your self-love journey. these are healthy habits that I've incorporated into my life (and no, I don't mention journaling, although I do love that, too!) that I can't wait to share with you!

self-love after abandonment & trust issues

For this episode, I was joined by author Jayne Martin. We covered topics including abandonment as a child, and navigating abandonment issues, trust issues, healing and self-love as an adult. We also discussed her new book, the daddy chronicles: memoir of a fatherless daughter!

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5 Ways Authors Can Use Video to Promote Their Books

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expanding your skillset as a writer

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4 Pages You Need on Your Author Website

As an author, it’s important to have an eye-catching website that piques the interest of your readers. Your author website should not only have details about your work, but a personalized touch showcasing who you are. If you’re interested in setting up your author website or revising the content on your current one, here are a few tips to get you started.

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How to Find Motivation to Write

As a writer, it’s common to go through periods of time where your motivation to write is low, or the words just won’t flow. We often call it writer’s block! Here’s a few tips and resources for you to try that may just help cure your case of writer’s block!