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As you know, each month I offer coaching tips, ideas and inspiration to support you in your writing, creativity and personal growth. Please send your comments and questions and I'll write back personally or respond in a future edition of A-Muse Letter.

JUST A WALK IN THE PARK

In our teleseminar earlier this month we discussed writer’s block---what it is and what to do about it! There is, however another easy, fun and definitely painless way to get through writer’s block.

In this month’s article, we’ll look at how coming to your senses may be just the thing you need to get unstuck. In fact, you might find it as pleasant as “just a walk in the park.”

STEP ONE: Find some time to get outdoors on your own; early morning would be especially good. Find a park, trail, street, nature preserve, beach or special area you enjoy walking in. If possible, look for someplace with plants, greenery and birds.

STEP TWO: Do plan on walking by yourself. Since you may be tempted to do this exercise with someone else at least agree to a silent walk so you don’t become distracted.

STEP THREE: Take a small notebook or sketchpad and a pen or pencil with you. You may choose to have a special point of focus or create an intention for your walk.

STEP FOUR: Take several slow, deep breaths and begin walking at a slow, comfortable pace. This is not the time for an aerobic walk!

STEP FIVE: Stop anytime you see, hear or smell something that interests you or you are curious about. Touch leaves, feel sand, smell a flower. Look at patterns, colors and designs in nature. Take notes on your thoughts, ideas and observations.

STEP SIX: Write down questions that go through your mind: What is that plant called that smells like licorice? Why are some blackbirds red-winged instead of blue or purple-winged? Doodle; create mind maps or draw simple sketches. Take your time and stay present with your experience.

STEP SEVEN: Return to the project you were working on. Even though you may not have consciously been thinking about what you were stuck on, your walk probably provided you with a lot more than just exercise for your legs.

Next time you are stuck on what you’re writing or some other creative project, try taking “just a walk in the park” and see what happens!

**Special Note: I am blessed to be living in an area that is currently free of flooding, fires and other natural disasters. However I want to be sensitive to our readers who are dealing with these issues and concerns in real time and may be unable to enjoy getting outdoors. Wishing you all a safe and healthy summer.

Take good care,

If you find yourself needing support for your walk in the park, contact me and request a GRATIS SESSION via phone or in person. Phone (800) 552-WRITE, that's (800) 552-9748 or write to me at susan@susanborkin.com to find out more.

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UPCOMING EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS:

TUESDAY, AUGUST 19, 2008 - COMPLIMENTARY MONTHLY TELESEMINAR

Join us each month for live teleseminars on support and tips for writing and creativity. Calls are at 12:00 noon, Pacific (1:00 pm Mountain, 2:00 pm Central and 3:00 pm Eastern).

TOPIC: WRITING BEYOND DEAR DIARY – DEPTH, DETAIL & DIALOGUE

Can't make a seminar? No worries. Sign-up anyway and we'll send you a complimentary recording after the call.

Never been on a teleseminar? A teleseminar is a virtual classroom. Accessible by telephone, you simply sign-up beforehand then dial in at the appointed time. No travel, no hassle. Listen or be part of a seminar from anywhere in the world!

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT, NOW!

FRIDAY – SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10TH & 11TH - Second Annual “Wellness & Writing Connection Conference in Atlanta, GA. Susan will present a workshop entitled: “Me, Myself & I: The Healing Power of Dialogue."

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH, 2008 - PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR NEW AND BEGINNING WRITERS Full-day workshop: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, De Anza College, Cupertino, California.

If you want to start writing and don't know how to begin, your writing has stalled, you are feeling out-of-focus or you simply want to bring more writing into your life, this is the seminar for you. Although publishing may be your eventual goal, emphasis will be on the process of writing. All genres and skill levels (including absolute beginners) welcome.

Included:

• Tips and tricks to get started writing and keep going
• Get moving again when your writing has stalled
• Get your writing organized!
• Keep track of your ideas
• Silence your inner critic
• Manage your resistance
• Break through writer's block
• Deal with rejection
  

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Susan Borkin, M.A. is a licensed psychotherapist, coach and writer. She is the founder of Write Now! a professional practice specializing in the use of writing for personal and professional growth. Susan specializes in helping people overcome creative blocks and achieve deep personal transformation through the use of writing. A personal growth writing teacher for more than twenty-five years, she is the author of When Your Heart Speaks, Take Good Notes: The Healing Power of Writing and Writing From the Inside Out: Using a Journal for Personal Growth & Transformation.

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BOOKS TO STIMULATE YOUR WRITING AND CREATIVITY By Susan Borkin

Writing From the Inside Out: Using a Journal for Personal Growth and Transformation When Your Heart Speaks, Take Good Notes: The Healing Power of Writing

Both books are available for previewing and ordering at www.susanborkin.com. Sample chapters are only available to preview.

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GRATIS CORNER

• Sign up for complimentary monthly teleseminars!

• If you find yourself needing some support for your walk in the park, or have questions about your writing and creativity practice, contact me and request a GRATIS SESSION via phone or in person.

• Need some journaling tips? Send for your GRATIS BONUS ARTICLE, 'JUMPSTART YOUR JOURNALING'. Send an e-mail requesting the article by name.

• Have a question about writing or creativity? E-mail your question to Susan. She may use your questions in future issues of ' WRITE NOW! A-Muse Letter by Susan Borkin '.

Phone (800) 552-WRITE, that's (800) 552-9748 or write to Susan at susan@susanborkin.com to find out more.

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