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Roots & Branches (for writers + creatives)

Practical + magical guidance for creatives from author and creativity coach Dr. Julia Skinner

By Julia Skinner

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Roots & Branches (for writers + creatives)

Digest: Roots + Branches in review

Separating creativity from our religious upbringings, building capacity, reflecting on desire, and more

May 21•Julia Skinner


Roots + Branches is moving to Wordpress

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Aug 6, 2025•Julia Skinner


Being creatively resourced is like building up your food reserves for the future

We show up more fully when we're able to take care of ourselves

Aug 4, 2025•Julia Skinner


Why should I keep doing creative work when it isn't paying the bills?

A call for creativity in turbulent times

Jul 31, 2025•Julia Skinner


Feeling resourced is a (sometimes) permissions issue

Building up our inner reserves for when the world feels heavy on our creative spirits

Jul 29, 2025•Julia Skinner


What does it mean to craft a container for my work?

An invitation to reflect on how your work is held and cherished

Jul 23, 2025•Julia Skinner


Embracing messy humanity is the answer

Your creative spark and critical thinking are precious and worth protecting, especially now

Jul 17, 2025•Julia Skinner


Imposter syndrome has layers

Your work actually DOES matter, a lot, right now

Jun 25, 2025•Julia Skinner