One of the most important elements of any story are the characters. Characters can make or break a book or screenplay. Well-developed characters make the difference between a stiff and unrealistic story and a dynamic, captivating one. That’s why this…
Journaling prompts for artists
I love the idea of journaling, but when it actually comes time to put pen to paper, I often don’t know what to write. I know it’s good for you to spend time journaling about your feelings, and as an…
Decision fatigue in ADHD
Have you heard of decision fatigue in people with adhd? Decision fatigue can happen to anyone. When I was a teacher, I felt like I had to make a billion decisions each day, so when I got home the idea…
Morning routines for creatives
Do you have a morning routine? For the longest time, I didn’t. I’d roll out of bed at the last possible minute, throw on clothes, brush my teeth, slap on some SPF, and rush out the door. In my head,…
Practicing gratitude as an artist
Practicing gratitude as an artist There is some solid scientific evidence that practicing gratitude is genuinely good for you. Not only does it benefit social connections and mental well-being, it also seems to impact your physical health. That being said,…
Three ADHD hacks for writers
We’ve talked about ADHD and artists before, but this is my whole life, so I have more to share. I’ve been on a mission to maximize my focus and get stuff done even when there’s a medication shortage (sob) and…
November round up: screenwriting resources
For this month, we’ll be looking at all things screenwriting! Check out these ten free screenwriting resources. Scriptnotes Podcast According to the website: “Each week, screenwriters John August and Craig Mazin discuss screenwriting and things that are interesting to screenwriters,…