02: Co-Creating with Nature's Rhythms: Writing with the Moon

Written By Jacqueline Fisch

When it feels like you're pulling the words out of mud, and you're procrastinating, or worse — forcing yourself to find some prose, it could simply mean that the weather's not quite aligned with the writing or editing you're trying to do. 

Instead, try aligning your writing project with the moon (and/or a menstrual cycle if you have one). No worries if you don't have a menstrual cycle or never did — simply follow the moon. It's a reliable and consistent energy. 

Writing with nature's rhythms for the past handful of years, I've written and published my second book, drafted and edited a third, sent weekly email newsletters, and blogged consistently. 

If you're looking for a fun way to write WITH the energy of the day instead of trying to fight it, you'll love today's episode. 

You'll discover:

  • The fascinating connection between a woman's menstrual cycle, the moon's cycle, and the seasons.

  • How to align your writing and editing activities for more productivity and flow.

  • The best times of the month for writing, editing, and even publishing.

  • Practical ways to start your next writing project TODAY.

  • Writing prompts designed to help you integrate these ideas into your writing process right away — because knowledge without action is just taking up space in your head.

Writing with nature's rhythms is a transformative way to connect our creativity with the natural world and co-create with the Divine.

Get in touch and let me know how you’re flowing with your writing after hearing this! Send an email to hi@theintuitivewritingschool.com.

Timestamps: 

00:00 Introduction to Cycical Writing with Nature's Rhythms

00:11 Connecting Women's Menstrual Cycles with the Moon

02:02 Practical Writing Tips for the Four Moon Phases

05:25 New Moon: Setting Intentions and Planting Seeds

09:55 Waxing Moon: Exploring New Ideas and Fast Drafting

21:23 Full Moon: Visibility, Focused Writing, Gratitude, and Letting Go

26:08 Focusing During the Waning Moon: Editing and Finalizing

30:31 Aligning Writing with Differing Menstrual and Moon Cycles

33:03 Practical Tips for Book Writing with the Moon Phases

38:39 Blog Writing with the Moon Phases

42:02 Reflective Writing Prompts and Final Thoughts

Jacqueline Fisch

Jacqueline Fisch is an author, ghostwriter, writing coach, and the founder of The Intuitive Writing School. She helps creative business owners create their authentic voice so they can make an impact on the world.

Before launching her writing and coaching business, Jacq spent 13 years working in corporate communications and management-consulting for clients including Fortune 500 companies and the US government. As a ghostwriter and coach, she’s helped thousands of clients — tech startups, life and business coaches, creatives, and more — learn how to communicate more authentically and stand out in a busy online world.

After moving 14 times in 20 years, she’s decided that home is where the people are. She finds home with her husband, two kids, a dog, a cat, and a few houseplants hanging on by a thread.

https://theintuitivewritingschool.com/
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