Welcome into Flight School:
I hope you enjoy watching this rich, insightful, touching conversation of the six-week Light Keeper’s Challenge.
I created the Light Keeper’s Challenge to help myself and others shine the light on our creative lives amidst darkening days and a flurry of festivities. I was able to finish a draft of my novel, read the whole of it and set my revision plan. I also finished The Summer of ‘72. All the chapters now in and posted with a surprising up-twist in the final chapter not even I saw coming.
Six Key Takeaways for Your Creative Journey:
SAVOR CONSISTENCY: Tracy evolved from "background participant" to fully engaged creator, developing a deep understanding of her creative rhythms and practical tools for managing overwhelm - from barefoot grounding walks to intentional rest periods.
CLAIM THE WORK: Karina embraced her challenging memoir work with a powerful mantra: "The work I am not at liberty to quit." Her discovery of silent group writing sessions provided both structure and community, helping her push through self-doubt.
UNDERSTAND RHYTHMS: Amy recognized her early morning creative energy while learning to embrace writing in smaller moments throughout the day. She's now ready to move beyond article writing to tackle deeper, more challenging work.
BUILD FOUNDATIONS: Jill transformed her book from idea to reality by prioritizing writing over morning social media. Using concrete tools like the W chart from Bones and scene from Scene & Exposition teachings, plus evening reading of her work to spark next-day creativity, she's created sustainable progress.
EMBRACE THE JOURNEY: Kristi courageously accepted being "on the bottom rung" again with her newsletter, drawing wisdom from her past as a nursing teacher - remembering that mastery comes through consistent practice.
TAKE THE LEAP: Kat made the bold decision to resign from freelance work to fully commit to her writing, viewing creativity itself as an act of resistance while reclaiming her artistic identity as a mother. Jennifer noted the exceptional quality and momentum already present in her work.
The Light Keeper's Legacy:
Surging into the holiday ahead, here are a few key takeaway to consider:
Find strength in community by taking a class. Bones is coming in Feb
Find the courage to prioritize creative work
Give yourself permission to begin again, as often as needed
Your Turn:
You may have missed our last meeting, or have been in the background and not yet ready to join in but I’d still love to hear from you. Let me know some of your own “light keeping” strategies.
BONUS: Let me know what you need in the form of support in the next year and I’ll shape my next challenge around those needs.
Thanks for being here, Jennifer 🐦⬛
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