What is mindful writing?
There are different definitions for mindful writing. My methodology combines three elements:
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GO DEEPER: The creative spirit (or if you prefer, Eckhart Tolle’s presence or Elizabeth Gilbert’s Big Magic)
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GROW: The drive to understand the human experience via personal development and psychology
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IMAGINE: Creative writing across all genres and forms, including fiction, prose, poetry, song writing, play writing, screenplay writing, essays, journaling and free flow writing
It’s also an invitation to slow down and luxuriate in the writing process, where all the energy and fun is. Write with me to find out what happens when we drop the ego (hustling, performing and proving) and create from wisdom, play, purpose and generosity instead.
About me
Hello! I'm Suzanne Alyssa Andrew, an author, host of the Stardust and Courage podcast, and intuitive coach for creative people. I help writers and creatives like you to move past blocks and fears to express yourself fully in your voice, and in your power. I help you use your intuition to go deeper, grow and imagine. It's transformative coaching for your creative spirit.
I emphasize courage, curiosity and compassion, and ways we can all create with more ease and enjoyment. The creative process in intuitive flow eases anxiety, feels satisfying, and helps us thrive.
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I'm here to help writers and creators like you feel encouraged and empowered so you can see beyond challenges and make life meaningful.
Courses
Get a glow up for your mind and spirit by taking my course, The Sparkle Technique. Rediscover your sparkle with this creative reset for burnout recovery, block clearing and anxiety relief.
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Or, learn more about my teaching approach and philosophy and why leading from compassion makes it different.
Book Coaching
Watch for new coaching packages launching spring, 2025! Transform your writing practice with encouragement, support and valuable perspective. Choose my Authorship Book Development package for ongoing, dedicated one-on-one coaching (3 months or more). Or get an infusion of energy and enthusiasm along with exciting insights when you Story Jam with me.
My coaching methodology is heart-centred, backed by neuroscience and informed by my instructor/mentor training at the University of Toronto. I'd love to help make your book dreams come true!
"The Collectors" story Illustration by Matthew Daley
My writing practice
My writing is an invitation for readers to see things in a new way. It's about expansiveness and solutions beyond the obvious. I love to play with perspective to show what might be different, and what’s possible. My novel, Circle of Stones, is an action-adventure love story that races across the country. Read stories from my forthcoming story collection.
"The Collectors" story Illustration by Matthew Daley
Praise for Circle of Stones
Quill & Quire
An innovative approach to a timeless subject.
Vancouver Sun
A powerful debut, audacious for what it attempts, impressive for how well it succeeds.
The Georgia Straight
Equal parts suspense and adventure.
National Post
A stunning mosaic.