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Please note that this post was first published in Women Writers, Women's Books on July 1, 2025 by Tracy Shawn It takes … [Read more...]
How to Write for Readers
July 10, 2025 by
Please Note: This piece was first published in Women Writers, Women's Books on May 4, 2025 When we writers create with readers in mind, we can craft our stories into more vivid, engaging, and, … [Read more...]
Accepting my Wrinkles: And, Yes, You May Call Me a Crone!
September 20, 2022 by
by Tracy Shawn Fear and malice of the older woman has a long and ugly history. In fact, the origin of the word hag, which has often been used as an insult describing an older woman, … [Read more...]
Finding Your Writing Muse: Interview with the Wise and Witty Gabriel Lucatero
August 6, 2021 by
Photo of Author Gabriel Lucatero Tapping Into the Writing Muse Tracy Shawn: I can see that you've definitely tapped into your writing muse! You’re a prolific author, as … [Read more...]
Are Deathbed Visions Real?
June 12, 2021 by
The Meaning of End-of-Life Visions by Tracy Shawn, M.A. Hospice workers across the world note that deathbed visions are a common occurrence. Loved ones … [Read more...]
Why I’m Not Sorry for Still Saying “Im Sorry!” (And Why You Shouldn’t be Either)
April 13, 2021 by
How and When to Apologize by Tracy Shawn, M.A. A dear friend (whom I’ll call Nancy) recently had to delay two of our agreed-upon meeting times, which, then, had to be ultimately canceled. She … [Read more...]
How Reading Can Curtail Anxiety
January 22, 2021 by
by Tracy Shawn Reading, can indeed, reduce anxiety. But why? Stories provide an escape from our personal stressors and worries as well as a much-needed respite from … [Read more...]
When the World is Breaking Your Heart
August 24, 2020 by
Please note: This piece was first published on PsychCentral on August 1,2020 By Tracy Shawn, MA ~ 3 MIN READ The other week, … [Read more...]
Living in the Now while Dealing with Distress
June 30, 2020 by
Please Note: This piece was first published with PsychCentral.com on June 7, 2020 By Tracy Shawn, MA ~ 2 MIN … [Read more...]
How to Stop Pushing Your Own Emotional Buttons
January 19, 2020 by
Please note: first published with PsychCentral under the title: "Are You Pushing Your Own Emotional Buttons? Learn How to Stop" On January 1, 2020 By Tracy Shawn, MA ~ 3 MIN … [Read more...]
