Author: Amanda Surowitz
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Frostbeard Studio Review: Bookish Candles for Cozy Adventures
5–7 minutesIn my quest to make my home feel more like part of the fictional worlds I like to visit, scent plays a powerful role. Recently, I added several bookish candles from Frostbeard Studio to my growing collection of fantasy-inspired scents. As my stash of these small-batch soy candles has expanded, I wanted to gather my…
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9 Cards for Struggling to Create
3–4 minutesBeing creative is hard right now. If you’re struggling, too, here’s your reminder to reach out to your fellow creatives for support. Even in times like these, your art matters and deserves to be made.
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The Ordinary #2: The Last Can of Cocoa
2–4 minutesAn expired can of hot cocoa sends me back to my mom’s pantry: overstuffed shelves, half-forgotten plans, and the way love sometimes looks like always having enough. This short memoir is about comfort, accumulation, and the small, ordinary things we carry with us long after we move on.
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How Creative Energy Begins Again: Imbolc Seasonal Attunement for Creatives
4–6 minutesArtistic process, creative atmosphere, rest & reset, routines & rituals, Seasonal Attunement, self-reflectionA quiet look at Imbolc—the midway point between winter and spring—and how clearing space, tending your energy, and honoring endurance can awaken inspiration. Simple rituals, journaling prompts, and mindful practices help you prepare your creative life for what’s emerging, even when it’s not yet visible.
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In the Middle of Something
3–5 minutesI know I’m not the only one who likes to wrap up every loose end before heading to the final battle in a video game, but I didn’t realize I did the same thing in my writing. This essay looks at avoidance, why the third act is so hard to write, and why finishing the…