Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of writing your ancestor’s stories? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll break down the storytelling process into simple, manageable steps—so you can stop stressing about perfection and start making real progress. Whether you’re writing family history, a memoir, or just trying to capture meaningful moments, I’ll show you how focusing on one piece at a time can transform your storytelling journey. Let’s dive in!
Maybe you’ve felt overwhelmed trying to balance research with storytelling, or you’ve just gotten stuck and let the project sit unfinished.
Have you ever started a family history writing project—completely motivated—only to watch that motivation fade away?
You’re not alone. Every writer faces this challenge regardless of whether you are writing profiles, memoirs, short stories or sagas, but here’s the good news: there’s a solution.
It’s not about working harder or forcing yourself to push through.
It’s about leaning into accountability and community.
In my latest Storylines video, I share how these two things can make all the difference—whether you’re writing ancestor profiles, memoirs, or a multi-generational saga.
The holidays are upon us and it can become challenging to write with so many demands on uur attention. Today we’ve got some tips for how you can stay connected to your stories throughout this holiday season.
There’s no better gift you can give yourself than the gift of learning. Whether you’re just beginning your storytelling journey or ready to take it to the next level, building your skills is transformative. Let’s explore how you can grow as a storyteller in 2025.
Are you ready to evolve as a writer? In this week’s edition of Storylines, we’ll explore key strategies to help you grow your skills, embrace new challenges, and become the best storyteller you can be.
We all find ourselves there at some point. At that time in our writing when the motivation has left us and all we are left with is the hard work. Join me in today’s Storylines for 3 strategies to reignite your writing spark.
Your environment can have powerful effect on your writing productivity. Today, we look where and when to write and how your choice can help motivate and sustain your writing routine.
You know, writing is a lot like baking a cake. You don’t just throw all the ingredients into the oven and hope for the best, do you? No, you measure, you mix, and you prepare. So, why should your writing process be any different?
Today, we’re going to look at one of the most overlooked yet crucial ingredients in the recipe for a compelling family history narrative – prep time. Just as a chef sharpens his knives before cooking, a writer must also hone his thoughts, ideas, and research before setting pen to paper.
Hello, aspiring writers! Last week we discuss Transforming Dreams into Tangible Goals. We know the journey from dreaming about writing to actually putting pen to paper can feel like climbing an insurmountable mountain. But here’s the good news: it’s doable in 3 steps. In today’s Storylines, we’ll unravel those 3 steps to help you achieve your “writing dreams” in 2024.
As the curtain falls on this year, it’s time to take a moment to celebrate our triumphs, envision grand dreams for 2024, and transform those dreams into achievable targets.
Don’t miss out on today’s episode of “Storylines”. We’ve got a special treat for you – six thought-provoking questions that will kickstart your goal planning journey for 2024. Click, watch, and let’s start crafting your future together!