• Stirred By Words: Meditations and Conversations about Writing and Wellness

  • By: Chrissy Holm
  • Podcast

Stirred By Words: Meditations and Conversations about Writing and Wellness

By: Chrissy Holm
  • Summary

  • STIRRED (verb): to begin to move or be active. Welcome to Stirred By Words! Twice a month, join writer, editor, and host, Chrissy Holm, as she encourages you to use the power of words to unlock your writing and wellness practices. In each episode, Chrissy and a guest will discuss words, writing, and wellness to inspire you to stay healthy and tell your stories.

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Episodes
  • LEGACY: What we want to leave behind & why
    Dec 13 2023

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    Chrissy opens today’s episode with a chakra meditation, then shares the definition of the word LEGACY, and invites us to consider the question: what kind of legacy do you want to leave behind and why?

    Merle Saferstein also joins the conversation to discuss the importance of journaling as an educator, author, and pioneer in legacy journaling. Together, Chrissy and Merle discuss how living your life becomes your legacy, tips to start journaling and the benefits of writing even if it’s not shared.

    Then Chrissy shares this week’s book recommendation, The Story You Need to Tell: Writing to Heal from Trauma, Illness, or Loss by Sandra Marinella.

    And in the end, Chrissy encourages you to ask yourself:

    • What kind of legacy do you want to leave behind and why?
    • What role models or inspirations have influenced the legacy you want to create?
    • What lessons have you learned that you want to pass on to future generations?

    ☀️ My memoir, Finding Sunlight, is here! Learn more & order your copy today

    Support the show

    If you have any thoughts on this episode, suggestions for the show, or want to be a future guest, contact her via her website at www.chrissyholm.com.

    Until next time, stay curious, my friends. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider supporting the show.

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    44 mins
  • LIGHT: How light impacts our emotions & our lives
    Nov 29 2023

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    Chrissy opens today’s episode with a loving kindness meditation, then shares the definition of the word LIGHT, and invites us to consider the question: what does the concept of light mean to you?

    Liz Kinchen, author of Light in Bandaged Places: Healing in the Wake of Young Betrayal, also joins the conversation. Together, Chrissy and Liz discuss meditation, Buddhism, and the healing power of their writing practices.

    Then Chrissy shares this week’s book recommendation, How the Light Gets In: Writing As A Spiritual Practice by Pat Schneider.

    And in the end, Chrissy encourages you to ask yourself:

    • What does the concept of light mean to you?
    • Do you believe that light has healing properties? Why or why not?
    • How does light impact your mood or emotions?

    ☀️ My memoir, Finding Sunlight, is here! Learn more & order your copy today

    Support the show

    If you have any thoughts on this episode, suggestions for the show, or want to be a future guest, contact her via her website at www.chrissyholm.com.

    Until next time, stay curious, my friends. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider supporting the show.

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    37 mins
  • ACCEPTANCE: Learning to accept ourselves & others
    Nov 15 2023

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    Chrissy opens today’s episode with a mantra meditation, then shares the definition of the word ACCEPTANCE, and invites us to consider the question: What are some common barriers to acceptance in ourselves and others?

    Chrissy is also joined by her husband Scott for a special conversation about her new book, Finding Sunlight! Together, Chrissy and Scott discuss the meaning of acceptance, how Chrissy wrote her book, and the role of self-love in accepting yourself and others.

    Then Chrissy shares this week’s book recommendation, It Shouldn't Be This Way: Learning to Accept the Things You Just Can’t Change by Janina Scarlet.

    And in the end, Chrissy encourages you to ask yourself:

    • What are some common barriers to acceptance both in ourselves and others?
    • How can you cultivate a greater sense of acceptance in your life?
    • How has acceptance or lack thereof impacted your relationships with others? Have you ever struggled to accept someone else for who they are?

    ☀️ My memoir, Finding Sunlight, is here! Learn more & order your copy today

    Support the show

    If you have any thoughts on this episode, suggestions for the show, or want to be a future guest, contact her via her website at www.chrissyholm.com.

    Until next time, stay curious, my friends. And if you enjoyed this episode, please consider supporting the show.

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    29 mins

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