Description

Today's minisode is a bit more serious than usual. Join Shéa and Amy as they talk about writing during hard times, including physical and mental health issues.

But always remember - 

This is not the time for perfection.
This is the time for gentleness. Especially with yourself. 

Resources

• Suicide & Crisis Hotline: call or text 988 (USA/Canada)
• The Trevor Project (US): For LGBTQ youth, call 1-866-488-7386 or text "START" to 678-678.
• Crisis Text Line (US): Text "HOME" to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor.
• Veterans Crisis Line (US): Dial 988 then press 1, or text 838255 to connect with the Veterans Affairs specialized team.
• National Domestic Violence Hotline (US): 1-800-799-7233(SAFE)
• Domestic Violence Hotlines (EU): https://www.improve-horizon.eu/helplines
• Find a Helpline (EU): https://findahelpline.com/

Minisode 2: Writing Craft & the First Draft - September 2, 2025. Watch on YouTube at https://youtu.be/k2KhWZdoW3I

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