My summer obsessions, 2023
Every summer brings with it a new set of obsessions. Summer is the time to explore, relax, and just let …
Category Archives: Creativity
Guided writing retreat: Nov. 3-5, 2023 in Duluth, MN
Can you not imagine a lot of writing going on here? Just look at those decks!! I am offering a …
The struggle for ideas
How does one come up with ideas for what to write about? I’m in an odd place right now. Since …
The sting of failure
I am so excited to read this book. As soon as I read the short description I knew I had …
Finding happiness and purpose in life’s second half
Oddly enough, after writing my last post (https://rachaelhanel.me/2022/06/08/i-need-some-ideas/) , I read this great article by Arthur C. Brooks on happiness …
I need some ideas
I’m in a position I haven’t been in for a loooooong time. I don’t know what to write next. I …
Shout out to all my teachers
I came across this old post on Facebook and thought I would share it here. Teachers have been so influential …
March newsletter
(This newsletter went out to my subscribers earlier this week. Subscribe to get a freebie and to stay current with …
October newsletter
This information was sent a couple of days ago to people on my email newsletter list. Each month I send …
5 ways to cultivate creativity
Image from https://pixabay.com/illustrations/creativity-colour-blob-embroidery-396268/ The semester is well underway, which means I have less time for my own writing. My goals …
If You Have Five Seconds to Spare 