WRITE life podcast with Kim Klassen

Wondering what to do? Feeling guilty for doing things you enjoy? Feeling stuck? Tell me, how are you? Today just a few thoughts on moving 'forward' when it feels like the whole world has been locked shut. As always I'd love to hear your thoughts. Send me a dm on Insta @kimklassen or pop over to HTTP://kimklassen.com/ep37

Today, I received the loveliest audio messages in my Instagram DM's. They made me cry. (in a good way) Thank you to Rosa @alifeofwhimsey and Jo @redhouseinthewoods for inspiring this podcast and allowing me to share a little snippet of your message here. ♡  

How are you? In this upside down, social distancing world... I'm not sure I've ever felt so connected. Just me? Today, I wanted to check in, ramble a little and share a writing practice you might wanna try on. and if you care to check and tell me true 'how are you?' pop over to the site HTTP://kimklassen.com/ep35 xxx

I wrote a blog post about losing my voice and elastic waist pants. In this episode, I wanna share this and a little more with you. How are you? I love you. ♡ https://kimklassen.com/during-times-like-this-i-tend-to-get-quiet-or-i-ramble/ xxx  

Need a little gentle encouragement. I hope ... that is what this is. ♡ and part way in.... the little whimper in the background is Benny ... dreaming of squirrels... if you'd like to connect, pop over to the blog as well and say hello. with love   xx   today's music A Nice Nap After A Day Of Play Solitude ♡

in this episode... Oh my word, why oh why do we do this?
October hits and we put our goals, dreams and desires on hold...
cause you know... 'it's the holiday!' 3 months of the year. Poof. Gone! Today have a listen. I truly believe this is a message so many of us need to hear. In today's episode: First a recap from last week's all the things.
It seemed to resonate deeply with so many of you. Thank you for your messages. The podcast name will be changing soon...and the content will be expanding.
Not to worry, WRITE will still be a big part of this and much more. All the things.

Stay tuned. This week...we're talking giving up.

Quitting on yourself...during the holidays.

I really believe this is a must listen. Be sure to listen through to the end...
where I share an special invitation to join me for my new class reWRITE. Class starts November 11th.
Click HERE to join before November 4th and save $50 In a nutshell here's the class outline: Launches with an interactive LIVE session. (bring your journal) Monday - Friday writing prompts (audio messages from me to you). Mid-Class LIVE to check in and keep on track. Ends with a LIVE wrap party. BONUS:
follow-up LIVE in January to keep us all on track. Are you ready for a reWRITE? Pre-launch sign-up HERE and save $50 (offer ends November 4th)   sign up here: https://learn.kimklassen.com/rewrite-sign-up-for-the-action-takers/   read more here:https://kimklassen.com/are-you-quitting-on-yourself-and-a-special-invite-to-rewrite/

in this episode... I'm talking: 'all the things.' (which I say on repeat in this episode.) Honoring the seasons of life, creativity... plans for the podcast moving forward. Did I mention 'all the things'? so happy to be HERE with you. you are amazing.    xxx   show notes ... soon on my site. ♡

Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.  ― Harriet Tubman i'm excited to share this idea with you...think-ing as if. practical, doable... life change-able. we're continually think-ing as if... thinking as if we can or thinking as if we can't. our thoughts determine our actions and ultimately our results. LET'S CHECK IN How are your thoughts around a write practice serving you? how are your thoughts around that thing you want to do serving you? Are you think-ing as if you can? or you can't? with love.

when the world comes crashing at your feet it’s okay to let others help pick up the pieces if we’re present to take part in your happiness when your circumstances are great we are more than capable of sharing your pain” —Rupi Kaur   Someone I love is hurting. It's not my story to tell.  But oh my, how I wish I could help heal her heart. I wish for the right words. Something to ease the pain. All that I have, all that I know... 'i love you. i'm so sorry. i'm here. i love you.' Pain ... no shortcuts or easy outs. But oh how I wish I could give that to her.   ♡

Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning." ― Benjamin Franklin Oh life. How I love you. One thing, one moment, leads to the next and so begins a whole other journey. I wouldn't change a thing. This week a story of falling down and eventually falling in love with the world around me. This story was originally shared in my photography class, a month of multiples, but still applicable to the 'write life' practice.   LINKS REFERENCED A Month of Multiples Class LET'S CHECK IN Can you relate? At the top of the page... I'm grateful for: Lean in. List it. See it. Be it. Repeat. xx Kim Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.  – William Arthur Ward

You have everything you need for complete peace and total happiness right now.” ― Wayne Dyer   We teach best what we most need to learn. Today, something I know in my soul, but often forget. Maybe you too? Shiny objects often call to me.... in the form of classes, tech, gear, software... The truth is, I have all I need to move forward with the next step and the next. (and repeat)   Let's check in Can you relate? Is there something your brain keeps trying to tell you.... You need this before you can do that? At the top of the page Everything I need, I already have. Then make a list...that meets you, right where you are. (blessings, knowledge, skills, gifts, things). Lean in. You've got this. xx Kim Unease, anxiety, tension, stress, worry – all forms of fear – are caused by too much future, and not enough presence. Guilt, regret, resentment, grievances, sadness, bitterness, and all forms of non-forgiveness are caused by too much past, and not enough presence. – Eckhart Tolle

Don’t believe the storyteller, the voice of knowledge in your head, especially when the voice is going against you. Listen to yourself, listen to your story, but don’t believe it because the story you are writing is mostly fiction. It isn’t real. The lies in your story can only survive if you believe them. If you don’t believe them, they won't survive your skepticism and will simply disappear. — don Miguel Ruiz This week. I'm keeping it real and sharing the TRUTH about not showing up to the podcast each week. Hint... My brain has been running amuck. Let's check in Can you relate? Is there something you committed to doing, exploring... being... but 'quietly' just stopped? Ask the page, and see what comes up for you.  xx Kim p.s. Have you written your Tiny Little Miracle list? We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves.' — Buddah

Every day that we wake us is a good day. Every breath that we take is filled with hope for a better day. Every word that we speak is a chance to change what is bad into something good." — Walter Mosley Here we are a new week. Ready to make it amazing? This week, a little unscripted sharing...  what's been up since my trip to France the gift of gifts time to pause, reset and be  saying YES,  receiving and giving including one of my favourite write it down gifts EVER. So glad you're here. THIS WEEK'S LINKS Beautiful journals (in my photos) from The Grace Files (absolutely the loveliest my friends). My Australian friend Judy I'm forever blessed by you. Xanthe Shelagh  All images edited with the Hygge Collection. Let's check in So what do you say? Where might you ask for help? Are you open to receive with a grateful heart? Are you open to give when the opportunity finds you? This week, take it to the page, and see what comes up. It might just surprise you. xx Kim xx Kim p.s. Have you written your Tiny Little Miracle list? Abundance is not something we acquire. It's something we tune into. — Wayne Dyer

In dreams, anything can be anything, and everybody can do. We can fly, we can turn upside down, we can transform into anything.  —Twyla Tharp   I'm back. Thank you for all the lovely notes asking ... 'where are you?' I'm here. Back from a chance of lifetime trip to France, where I was blessed to be a part of The Flo Show in France Workshop. My story .... best told in today's episode. So many beautiful photos too....check out the full show notes for a little peak at the flo show in France.   xx

Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world. —Harriet Tubman   The craziest dream is happening for me this week. There's no way I could've planned or orchestrated how it would unfold. When we dream or set big goals, it's easy to get caught up in the how.?? This can definitely keep us stuck. (most in our head.) This week, inspo to connect to your heart's desire, your dream...write it down and consider your next step forward and toward. Who knows what might unfold. TODAY'S RESOURCES Listen or re-listen to the WRITE as if podcast episode. Grab all the WRITE life 10 & 1 resources including access to the full guided 'me in three' visualization and the companion pages HERE.  If you decide you'd like to experience the full class for FREE, I've got you covered too.  (this is a limited time offer.) Click HERE to join the WRITE life 10 & 1 Self-study class for FREE. Today's Resources Listen or re-listen to the WRITE as if podcast episode. Grab all the WRITE life 10 & 1 resources including access to the full guided 'me in three' visualization and the companion pages HERE.  If you decide you'd like to experience the full class for FREE, I've got you covered too. (this is a limited time offer.) Click HERE to join the WRITE life 10 & 1 Self-study class for FREE.   Let's check in Dreaming can be amazing. Getting stuck in the how or 'it's impossible' can be heart-sinking. Check in with your dreams, lean into thoughts that feel good... and be open to the next steps. Remember life can unfold in the most mysterious ways. xx Kim You owe it to yourself to become everything you've ever dreamed of being.  

When (fill in the blank) happens….and you’re not sure what to do. (good or bad) Open the page. Title the page with ‘the thing’ than WRITE consider ...and see what comes up. Maybe it's... consider saying yes consider saying no consider other possibilities consider this is divine timing consider this is happening for me consider a better thought consider how they feel consider things always work out What comes up? What feels good? Now Take that feel good thought into your day... Consider trusting me on this. with love…and lilacs. xx Kim TODAY'S RESOURCES (LAST WEEK'S REPEATED) Grab all the WRITE life 10 & 1 resources including access to the full guided 'me in three' visualization and the companion pages HERE.  If you decide you'd like to experience the full class for FREE, I've got you covered too.  (this is a limited time offer.) Click HERE to join the WRITE life 10 & 1 Self-study class for FREE.

Oh my word, it's been such an amazing few weeks. Ups, downs, and in-betweens. But...wow...just wow... I'm feeling so blessed. Today's episode is inspired by Karen - one of the lovely WRITE life 10 & 1 students After reading Karen's note, I decided to bundle up the 5-day WRITE life class into this week's podcast episode. Here's the message Karen shared. Kim this course has been so amazing! I woke my husband up this morning after I'd been working on my 10 & 1 page and he said, "You're different. You're so.....happy! You look so beautiful." Oh, my heart! I told him I was going to save my pennies (even though we don't have them anymore lol) so I could sign up for Write Your Heart's Desire sometime in the future. When he got home from work he told me he'd figured out how we could afford it now. So....I'm signed up!! Can't wait to get started. The exercises this week have changed my whole outlook on my life. I can only imagine what WYHD will do for me. Thank you and God bless. So beautiful ... Right!  Amazing. Ok, so no excuses...  walk, run, drive, do your dishes...and have a listen. Then set aside a little time to put this practice into place. What if, THIS could be that THING, that changes all the things for you? TODAY'S RESOURCES Grab 'em all including access to the full guided 'me in three' visualization and the companion pages HERE.  If you decide you'd like to experience the full class for FREE, I've got you covered too.  (this is a limited time offer.) Click HERE to join the WRITE life 10 & 1 Self-study class for FREE. WRITE your heart's desire What if 5 weeks could change everything for you? It's possible. Come join WRITE your heart's desire for $50 off.  (a 2 payment plan is also available.) Click HERE for all the info. LET'S CHECK IN What if you could experience a significant shift in life... like Karen? Would you? The biggest block to change is our brain. It's quite happy when we do the same things, day after day.... safe, comfortable (and boring). Change stirs up resistance. But that doesn't mean we can't decide to take a leap, lean in and trust that something new is waiting for us. I always love hearing from you. Feel free to share in the comments below. xx Kim

Last week I shared the story of re-scripting our trip to Seattle. This week... Oh, my word...who knew a quick trip could bring such an amazing gift. Lately, I've been feeling a little less-than-inspired. My birthday (51) didn't seem to help my mood. Then came Seattle... a 5 minute chance encounter... and oh my word the lights came on. I'm officially all-in on 51!  I've decided it's the perfect age for me to be. And, I plan on leaning all-in as I move toward making my dreams come true. This week a call to re-connect to your dreams, whatever age, stage or circumstance you are in. Join Us: Round 2 of WRITE life 10 & 1 starts May 20th. Don't' miss this. It's FREE.  Refreshed and new. If you joined the first, feel free to jump in again. I'm coming to you all fresh and renewed. Join the WRITE life 10 & 1 challenge Round 2 here. or Take the leap and join WRITE your heart's desire for $50 off. Click HERE for all the info.

They say you teach what you need to learn. Don't I know it! This week I share how I needed to re-script our story around a trip to a specialist appointment for my husband John. Wow...what a script I've been saying. Thankfully it's much better now. What story are you telling...that could be so much better? Join me this week and rescript just one story in your life. Pop over to the site and share your new script. Or DM me on Insta. I'd love to hear from you. xx

A short episode to invite you to join the WRITE life 10 & 1 FREE 5 day challenge. UPDATE: Round 2 of WRITE life 10 & 1 starts May 20th. Don't' miss it. Join the WRITE life 10 & 1 challenge here. Podcast Link Referenced: http://paperandoats.com - inDesign course xx LET'S CHECK IN Are you caught up in busy? What if you could change that? The page is an amazing resource to create shifts and change in your busy, do, do, do, life. Keep listening. You've got this. xx Kim   I pretended to be somebody I wanted to be until finally I became that person. Or he became me. —Cary Grant    

so this is 51 !?! who knew? when I was in my 20’s I’d answer our front door and ‘they’d ask’ is your mom home? (that bugged me) when I was thirty…i was often told you look so young. (i kinda liked that) when I turned forty…I still felt/looked quite young (for 40) (i REALLY liked that) somewhere after that, life caught up …. I’ve had some resistance to aging…. yet…. all of me…. has lived…all of this…. and I’m still showing up…. A few years into my forties….a lot happened. My son discovered alcohol, then drugs. that was the beginning of 11+ years of fear and turmoil…. then came the big C John was diagnosed with Leukaemia…. and who knew … 6 years later…. we’d still be trying to figure his illness out. I’ve been feeling some pretty intense birthday blues. ‘is this where I thought I’d be?’   ‘i had so many goals…. then life came along with its own plan.’ If it was up to ‘my plan’…. things would have been so different. but that’s not the way it goes. As I write this and ponder that…. I realize… I’m probably not alone…. we imagine one life… and it becomes a whole other. The real work is how we decided to ‘think about it.’ it is a choice. This morning… my tummy was a little flippy… I don’t have anxiety but I felt tears bubbling up. Thinking how things should be a certain way at this stage. (and they're not) I could get super raw and tell you the ways…but I don’t think I need to.   Wherever you are on this journey…. lean in…. cause this is happening…. You've got this. We’ve got this.   A whole ton of love to each of you that follows along. xxx Kim p.s.  I share this because my ‘cure’ for the birthday blues is to do 51 tiny good things (for the people in my life)….before this day ends. I’m on #7….so I best get busy.   full show notes here: https://kimklassen.com/51-tiny-good-things/

My writing practice has evolved over this past year. More specifically,  this past 3 months. Today I'm breaking down my daily practice details. But first, I gotta invite you to join the upcoming WRITE life 10 & 1 (5 day) FREE Challenge. It starts on May 6th. All NEW... SUPER INSPIRED.... a must join and do challenge. 5 days to help you find clarity and get onto the page. This challenge is the lead up to my WRITE your heart's desire class (starting the end of May) Exciting news: If you are one of the WYHD alum, you'll be happy to know this is an all new course. (maybe just the new inspo you are looking for) I can't wait to share it with ALL of you. Even if you don't join the full WYHD class, the WRITE life 10&1 (5 Day) Challenge can create a massive shift in your life. Sign up to be the first to know all the registration details here: http://kimklassen.com/challengewaitlist Links from this week: Day One Application: https://dayoneapp.com/ GoodNotes Application: https://www.goodnotes.com/ Morning Pages Episode: http://kimklassen.com/ep14 IFTT & Day 1: https://ifttt.com/day_one Questions for me: http://kimklassen.com/q   xx    

God grant me the serenity  To accept the things I cannot change;  Courage to change the things I can;  And wisdom to know the difference.  What can we control? Our thoughts, emotions, actions/reactions.  What can't we control (zoom into the present moment to consider this) ?other people and circumstances outside of us. Our brain loves to dwell on the things 'outside' of our control and how they should be different. In this place, we don't have to change or take action. This keeps us stuck. Looping in the shoulds, should-nots and if only's.  It can feel awful yet it's very easy to 'stay there'. Today, let's break down the power and wisdom of the SERENITY prayer (both in life and on the page.) Daily Questions This week, on the page, zoom into your life and consider these 2 Questions. 1. Today, am I accepting the things I can not change? 2. Today, what things are truly in my control? The page is a safe place to be real. Let whatever flows come up. Questions are a powerful way to find clarity, direction, and peace of mind. Let's check in Are you writing, daily? Have you considered the morning page practice? Oh, how I wish you will. Are you honoring your creativity? Join the WRITE life challenge waitlist: http://kimklassen.com/challenge

Today...the WRITE practice that can change your life. On My Mind We start with a story. How my Monday Magic Zoom call with Xanthe wasn't quite magical. (or maybe it was). A call to consider who your Xanthe is? Do you have a safe friend to connect and share your dreams and desires? A friend who 'gets you'...no matter what? We will dig deeper into this in an upcoming episode. In the meantime, if you're not quite sure who this is or who this could be, I invite you to get on the page, plant the seed and expect she/he will find you. Some of my dearest soul-friends are far away, but thanks to the wonders of tech we can chat every day. Just when you least expect it you may find that person. The how is none of your business. Last fall I went to a life coach training and met the most amazing friend. We 'walk and talk' and zoom lots. We GET each other completely. If I didn't take that leap and book that flight... I never ever would have met her. You just never know! Ok...so after my funky Monday and Tuesday too...came Wednesday. I asked the page 'I wonder what can I do to get out of this funk?' "I wonder"….. is a powerful way to start your daily writing. Anyhow the answer came (not immediately on the page). It was after, in the shower. The best answers come on the page, the shower or on my walks. How 'bout you? The answer: was NOT do this or more of that… it was…. give yourself some grace, take some time to be still and recharge today And so I did.  I stayed home most of the day. On my bed, surrounded by books and paper, pens. my Mac. I didn’t leave til my late afternoon walk. I wrote, I read, I studied, I dreamed, I mind-mapped. My word, how I needed that. Do you give yourself time to re-charge? What are your no matter whats in life? Hang tight for a future episode on getting clear on your no-matter-whats? You must know this, my friend. On the Page Anyhow, This me-time lead me back to Julia Cameron’s work - The Artist way. She invites us to write 3 long-hand pages every day. Morning Pages This is what I am begging encouraging you to do? Daily stream of consciousness writing on the page every day… 3 pages… in the morning…. Will you join me? Question: If you knew this practice could change your life, bring you more clarity, peace, positivity…. creativity…. Would you do it? I believe it truly can. You can decide to go all in and believe this too. Join me…. let’s do this….. Let’s change our lives. Your Questions I get this question a lot. 'Kim, I'm scared someone may read my writing. Any suggestions?' Suggestions loopy, overlapping handwriting... or goodnotes/notability on your iPad or tablet using the Apple pencil or stylus. Speaking of Goodnotes part of my daily write practice is a daily affirmation (written 25 times). I do this in Goodnotes on my iPad. (watch for a video on this in the soon to launch WRITE life resource library.) The Write tools & Links Join the WRITE life Challenge wait list Julia Cameron Artist Way Good notes APP Notability APP

Affirmations can be SO powerful, especially when you can get your brain on board and believing them to be true. Today a bonus podcast;  I can inspo and a printable list of I can affirmations to get you started. xx   click HERE to download the I CAN affirmations printable.

Today,we’re talking the power of just 2 words. I CAN. In particular, when your brain isn't quite on board with those 'I am affirmations' you've been saying and writing. You know what I'm talking about... When your words are saying one thing and your brain another.  Today the power of two words, I can. What CAN you do? You decide. And you WILL!

"Sometimes all it takes to change a life is to decide which beliefs do not serve you and to literally change your mind about those beliefs.” — JoyPage This week, we are diving deep this week, into the stories we tell ourselves. Tell me lovely, what stories do you need to let go? What stories are no longer serving you? Not sure what your stories are? Look around. Your life is a reflection of the stories you're telling. What if you could change your story and change your life?
You totally can.   Download the WRITE life Stories Workbook: https://kimklassen.com/ep11  

These past few weeks, I’ve been diving deep into the work of Joe Dispenza. I discovered his work last summer when John was in hospital for his leg. I remember so clearly listening to the audiobook (Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself) on my trips to the hospital. Mind-blowing. A few months back I started re-listening to his work, but it wasn't resonating quite the same. (funny how that goes, isn't it?) Then this past week… once again… my mind has been blown (multiple times). He teaches the power of changing our ‘same old ways’ in order to create lasting change and that change must happen first in our mind. So true! So powerful! When I read about a writing exercise he suggests for getting clear on your vision, I knew I had to share it with you. It’s so powerful. You must try this. It might just take your WRITE as if practice to a whole other level. Listen in my lovely. The WRITE Tools: Joe Dispenza’s books, Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself, Becoming Supernatural ... pretty much any podcast he’s been on. All amazing and aligned with truly making change in your life. xx, Kim   What I tell my students is this: the bottom line is that if you’re serious about creating a new future, then you better be engaged in the process of creating a vision of the future, because if you’re not, then that just means you’re more in love with your past than you are with your future. It’s that simple.” - Joe Dispenza

  On my mind: My husband is going through some difficult health issues. This week, I'm sharing my latest thoughts on accepting,processing,  and leaning into what life offers up.  Trusting in... the knowing I/We/You can do hard things.   On the page: An invitation to consider, then write as if . you are the person you want to be in whatever life throws your way...starting today. Right now, no matter the season of life you are living. This can be such a powerful process. I promise it's worth deciding on the page. (even if your brain tells you otherwise.)   The WRITE Tools: I didn't share a favorite write tool on this week's podcast but thought I'd link to one of my MOST fav fountain pens ever. It's a dream. Click HERE to check out the Pilot Vanishing point pen. xx Kim worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength. - Corrie ten Boom

This week. On my mind: Whatever we focus on, we create a connection to. The quality of our connection/relationships depends on the quality of our attention and focus. What if we spent quality time connecting and believing in our heart's desire? Where might this take us? Possibilities, depth, inspired action.  You cannot move toward your desired future while your attention is stuck on a present that is less than satisfying. Give thanks for what is, and lean into what's possible. This week, open the page and explore your heart's desire, with focus, possibility and true intention. Who knows where this might lead you. On the page: When I'm looking for an answer, I always take my question to the page. Powerful, supporting, intentional questions put your brain to work looking for the best solutions. Listen in as I share the power of magic questions. Click HERE to download the 'magic questions' printable. The WRITE Tools: One of my most favorite WRITE tools. The Roterfaden organizer. Be still my heart. Grey suede, pockets, journal clips. All the things.  A perfect gift to put on your list. xx Kim how you love yourself is how you teach others to love you” ― Rupi Kaur

This week. On YOUR mind: Thank you for the heart-felt dm's and emails around last week's writing as if episode. I received several messages, all very similar.  In a nutshell, I can't seem to write down my dreams because they seem too impossible.  I love this question! You are not alone my lovelies.  Good news, I have some new thoughts for you and ways to get past the 'block'. Listen in...and do let me know how it goes. Click HERE to send me your question, and maybe I can answer it on an upcoming episode. ♡ On my mind:  I've been thinking a lot these past few weeks about the idea of truly wanting... Wanting from a space of lack or a space of willingness to do what it takes. It's so fascinating to truly consider what we are willing to make happen. (no matter what). On the page:  The page can be your coach, your guide, your friend. The page can take anything you need to say. This week, I forgot the page when I needed it the most.  I'm happy to say, we (me and the page) are back on track and my word what a difference it can make. The WRITE Tools: I'm all things stationary obsessed.  Each week I will share a favorite journaling tool and sometimes a video too. Here's one of my fav (every day) pens. Sorry BIC click... you've been upgraded. Pop over to http://kimklassen.com/ep7 to check out my pen review video and share your thoughts or questions. xx

This week... on my mind: the magic of commitment and willingness to be uncomfortable as we grow, evolve & become. on the page: pick a dream, go all in and write as if it's already true. join me.  'I'm continually trying to make choices that put me against my own comfort zone. As long as you're uncomfortable, it means you're growing.' -Ashton Kutcher   full show-notes: http://kimklassen.com/ep6

Hello lovely, Here we are ep#5. How are you? Thanks for tuning in. Holy heck, I love that you are taking the time to listen.  ♡ This week: an extra-special podcast review I had to share, a quick gratitude re-cap/reminder.... On my mind: accepting what is... (so powerful) On the page: It's time to write. Let's dive into writing our dreams...small, big, amazing, (possibly) impossible... onto the page. This is a 'just for fun' exercise. It's time to re-connect to your dreams. I wonder, what dreamy-dreams will flood onto your page this week! Be warned, your brain may not love your dreamy-dreams (at first). The brain likes to be efficient, safe and comfortable. It's content thinking the same thoughts, doing the same things, on REPEAT. Good news is, you are not your brain. Let's get those thoughts (and maybe blocks) out of your head and onto the page so you actually take a look at what's happening up there. Awareness is the first step to making change. Exciting stuff.  So glad you are here. xxx A thought is harmless unless we believe it. It’s not our thoughts, but our attachment to our thoughts, that causes suffering. Attaching to a thought means believing that it’s true, without inquiring. A belief is a thought that we’ve been attaching to, often for years."   – Bryon Katie

Yes! Episode 4...  Ready to begin your WRITE practice? Lean in, my lovely. It's going to be amazing. There is so much magic in writing things down. I'm excited to explore 'all the things' with you.  This week... why write? best tips for getting past the pretty blank page resistance... and my first PROMPT for getting you onto the page each and every day. Writing gratitude. And be sure to pop over the my site and grab the ep#4 write gratitude companion page.  for full show-notes visite http://kimklassen.com/ep4 Links from the episode LAMY fountain pen Kaweco AL Sport Fountain Pen (a current fav) Kaweco ink cartridges (sepia is my fav) Composition notebooks love these ones from Staples. Composition notebooks from Amazon ALL the podcasts on one page Note: All Amazon links are affiliate and I will receive a small commission if someone purchases through my link. “In ordinary life, we hardly realize that we receive a great deal more than we give, and that it is only with gratitude that life becomes rich.”   – Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Ok, my lovely, the 3rd and final 'my story' episode. Still here? ♡ If you've been with me for a bit or if you just wanna get to the writing, feel free to move straight to episode 4. In this episode, I tell the story of my husband's leukemia and graft vs host disease... Gifts, shifts...FOREVER CHANGED. Grateful (always) xx 

In this episode, I tell the story of my son's battle with mental illness and addiction. If you've been with me for a while you know it well. If you're new-ish to my little corner of the internet, I feel it's a must share before we dive deeper into the WRITE practice. It was through this journey I found blogging, photography and this amazing world of self-help, discover, and teaching. My beautiful boy, Bryce taught me the true meaning of NO MATTER WHAT love.  Forever grateful. This is our story. I'm so glad you are here.

In this first (intro) episode, I share why I believe in writing things down on the page, each day. Along with a few favorite stories to inspire you to lean into the  WRITE process, even the skeptics are loving. I'm so glad you're here. Let's get started.   "We either live with intention or exist by default." -Kristin Armstrong