When’s the last time you got together with other people and made something?
Category Archives: Creativity & Writing
Create Things Just For Yourself
Who do you create for?
Courage Is Contagious
Good ideas and bad ideas; they’re all catching. On this day we remember the courage of Dr. King, let’s also remember how easy it can be to transmit a feeling, an attitude, a movement.
Just Because Something’s Hard
When things feel hard, sometimes it’s a clue that something is wrong and that I need to change course. But, sometimes, when things feel hard, it just means that something is…hard. And new things are hard. For everyone.
A Human Being Is A Creative Being
We all come from a long line of people who prioritized creativity even before they prioritized reliable and abundant food. Art and creativity nourish us in their own way. It is within all of us to be creative. It is wrapped up in our DNA.
Prioritize Joy
To be happier, prioritize happiness — without pursuing it.
Top 9
I started @words.by.emily late in 2018, but this project has still managed to top my list of what I’m grateful for about this past year. It has truly been a blessing to have the space to focus on creating and to receive encouragement from all of you (to the tune of 8.5k likes, at that!).Continue reading “Top 9”
Zing!
What gives you that creative spark and creates a feeling of flow?
Thank You In Advance
Self-belief is more useful than self-doubt when it comes to achieving your goals.
Words By Emily
One Happy Blueberry was the armor that protected me from the fear of putting my light out in the world. Now I’m ready to better align my name and content.