60: Writing in the In-Between
Navigating the Liminal Space
What do you do when you're in a liminal space—that in-between psychological, emotional, or spiritual threshold where your old identity is shed but the new one hasn't fully formed? It can feel unsettling, unmotivating, and distracting.
In this episode, I break down what a liminal space is and share practical, intuitive advice on how to continue your writing practice and grow your business during a transformative, yet personal time. This space is not a pause in your growth — it’s the doorway to who you’re becoming. The key is to stay present, keep listening, and let the words come out, knowing that clarity in writing comes through action, not overthinking.
Key Takeaways:
Realize that the uncomfortable, in-between stage is a natural part of growth, not a failure.
Remember that clarity and confidence in writing come from the act of writing, not from waiting for inspiration to arrive.
Create a safe container for your work by setting small, consistent writing goals and nourishing yourself before and after writing sessions.
Ask yourself if any draining emotions you feel are truly yours or if you’re picking them up from others.
Give yourself permission to write as the person you’re becoming — realizing there’s no need to wait.
Learn more about the Living Draft Container:
Timestamps
00:00 Welcome to How Women Write
00:28 The in-between space that can derail your writing
01:22 Signs you’re in the threshold + why it’s not a bad thing
04:33 Write through the fog: don’t force clarity—draft first, edit later
06:02 A client’s story: emotional drain, sensitive seasons, and staying with the work
07:09 Should you share right now? Blogs vs. books
09:01 How clarity and confidence actually arrive: action, not waiting
11:44 Five ways to support yourself in transition
13:08 Choosing your format: timelines, momentum
15:05 Create a safe container for writing
17:26 Can you publish in a liminal space?
18:26 Work with Jacqueline inside The Living Draft Container
Links:
Jacqueline’s recent book Intuitive Writing
