We're honored to be joined by poet, Katee Fletcher, on this episode of the Mantras & Mindset podcast. With host Jocelyn Kakavas, Fletcher explores her interest in writing and poetry from a young age, provides writing prompts for self reflection, and discusses the new age of writing and poetry that impact and reflect the communities in which we we live in.

If you are interested in incorporating more writing into your daily reflection and self growth journey then this is the podcast for you. Please find links below to podcast materials that will help illuminate the things discussed in today's episode.

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Prompt #1: Make a list of your role models - who are they, why do they come into your mind, what can you learn from them or how can you aspire to be more likened to them - The Artists Way by Julia Cameron

Prompt #2: Make a timeline of your life - what are the events that really impacted you (for better or for worse) and how did they play a role in who you are today - Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott

Quotes Discussed:

1. “Write until nothing is familiar, and everything is possible.” -David Blanton

2. “Trusting our creativity is new behavior for many of us. It may feel quite threatening initially, not only to us but also to our intimates. We may feel—and look—erratic. This erraticism is a normal part of getting unstuck, pulling free from the muck that has blocked us. It is important to remember that at first flush, going sane feels just like going crazy.” The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron (41).

Literary Work Discussed:

-Heavy by Kiese Laymon

-On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong

-Elegy in Translation by Meg Day

-BBHMM by Tiana Clark

-Anxiety Poem by Josie Balka

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