Episode Title: Ancestral Wisdom for Writers: We Were Made for These Times
Episode Description: Award-winning author and writing teacher Laura Davis offers a midweek meditation for writers and creatives seeking peace during uncertain times. In this brief but powerful episode, Laura shares the empowering song "We Were Made for These Times" by Jewish musicians Arielle Rivera Korman and R'Noam Lerman.
Drawing on ancestral wisdom, community strength, and the resilience of those who came before us, this episode provides a moment of grounding for writers navigating life's challenges. Part of Laura's weekly Midweek Pause for Peace series, each episode pairs beautiful imagery with meaningful poetry and music to nourish both heart and nervous system.
What Laura Covers in This Episode:
The weekly Midweek Pause for Peace series: combining images, poetry, and music for nervous system regulation:
Connecting with ancestral wisdom during challenging times for writers and creatives
Themes of resilience, community strength, and drawing courage from previous generations
How creative expression and sacred music support emotional wellbeing during uncertainty
The power of remembering we carry wisdom and courage passed down through generations
Introduction to Jewish liturgical music and restorative justice practices
About Host Laura Davis
Laura Davis is an acclaimed author and writing teacher with over 35 years of experience guiding writers through their creative journeys. Her award-winning memoir "The Burning Light of Two Stars" won the prestigious BookLife Prize in 2021. Throughout her distinguished career, Laura has become known for her compassionate approach to teaching memoir and personal essay writing, helping countless writers find their authentic voices. Laura leads writing classes, workshops, and international retreats, creating transformative spaces where writers can develop their craft while exploring profound personal truths. Her work emphasizes the healing power of storytelling and the importance of creating community among writers.
Resources Laura Mentions
Musicians Featured:
Arielle Rivera Korman - Executive Director of Ammud: the Jews of Color Torah Academy
Rabbi Noam Lerman (they/them) - Ordained at Hebrew College, restorative justice circle keeper
Song: "We Were Made for These Times" by Arielle Rivera Korman and R'Noam Lerman
You can listen to their song here: https://laurasaridavis.substack.com/publish/post/175020854
Connect with the Artists:
Arielle's music: soundcloud.com/user-227382512
Ammud programs: eventbrite.com (search Ammud: the Jews of Color Torah Academy)
R' Noam's music: soundcloud.com/user-614157782
Key Takeaways from This Episode
Create regular pauses for peace - Build moments of contemplation into your writing routine to support your nervous system during challenging creative periods
Draw on ancestral wisdom - Remember that you carry the strength, courage, and resilience of storytellers and writers who came before you
Stay rooted in community - Connect with other writers and lean on communal wisdom when facing uncertainty in your creative journey
Honor the creative process - Recognize how music, poetry, and art can provide grounding and perspective during turbulent periods in life and writing
Remember your purpose - Trust that you have the resources within you to meet the challenges of this moment in history and in your writing journey
Episode Call-to-Action
Take a moment this week to pause and reflect on the ancestral wisdom you carry as a writer. Consider what stories, songs, or teachings from your lineage support you during difficult periods.
Share this episode with a fellow writer who might need a moment of peace and encouragement.
Join Laura's community by subscribing to receive regular inspiration, poems, nature photography, and essays on writing and life.
Perfect For:
Writers seeking peace and inspiration, memoirists managing creative anxiety, anyone drawn to Laura Davis' signature blend of poetry and meditation, and listeners who appreciate thoughtful, heart-centered content for nervous system regulation.
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