I think the best way to get yourself out there is by having a blog that you update regularly.  I blog on Wordpress and love it.  I've also found that supporting other writers, by reading their blogs, helps to attract people to your writing. 

The other biggie is using social media to promote yourself and … Read more

Nicole, it's always a good idea to trust your gut but the issue is discerning what the voice of your gut ( aka intuition) sounds like. I'd disagree with Kass here because I feel that when you are stuck in certain situations, your intuition is often the only clear source of guidance available to you. … Read more

I know this may sound silly but the place I love the most is Vancouver, my current home. I travelled extensively over the years trying to find that special place to be. But I came to realize that it's not about the place at all, it's about people you surround yourself with. I happen to … Read more

Solitude is not required for creativity.Creativity is something that happens. You can't control it. When that moment of brilliance comes you can instantly feel it and it can happen any time and at any place no matter how many people are around you.

I personally find it really hard to be creative if I am on my own.  I love to be around other people and discuss ideas. Sometimes, a small word or phrase that someone else uses will trigger off a thought process, and for me, those have been some real times of clarity. Often, I come … Read more

I suppose it depends on the nature of the invention! Sometimes solitude is required in order to be truly creative, but it can also be beneficial to have numerous people working towards the same goal.

For example, if I was writing a song or a book, I would find it beneficial to cut myself off from … Read more

Big time! Researcher Brene Brown has shown that our mission here on earth is connection. There have been instances when people died without the presence of connection. Relationships are the best way to connect to other human beings.

I don't mean just romantic relationships. I mean work, friendships, family. They all matter. Relationships make us … Read more

There is no simple answer to this question, it really does depend on what you are trying to achieve.

I find peaceful solitude enables me to patiently contemplate ideas, visualise the various paths and explore them.

Working with others often helps you get to your destination quicker, it's less personal, but your strengths are combined, so potentially … Read more

I find that creativity is often a personal and private process. I've been in a few bands, and have been interested in creative writing for as long as I can remember - and I personally find that going through a creative process with other people stifles my ideas because I end up having to accommodate … Read more

I totally agree with your statement. I have had two experiences of ending relationships. I dealt with them in very different ways and speaking from experience, if you break up, it is for a reason and you should learn to not revisit it, as it is most likely going to end up messier than the … Read more

Every year at New Year, I always make a list of 'things I am going to change this year'. Every year I put on that list to eat more healthily and to exercise more. I know it is a common one!

I always have problems keeping these easy goals as:

• I am quite naturally quite slim and … Read more

Every year at New Year, I always make a list of 'things I am going to change this year'. Every year I put on that list to eat more healthily and to exercise more. I know it is a common one!

I always have problems keeping these easy goals as:

• I am quite naturally quite slim and … Read more

Perhaps because they know that they can't be heard. We love to talk and we really want to be heard. Most relationships fall apart because people don't feel heard and acknowledged. Perhaps this feeds into this?

The first tip is to do research. There are a lot of programs available for free that will allow you to get started. My suggestion is to join a local running group. It works so well! Running is usually a solitary sport but it's really useful to get to know the local runners and to … Read more

Oh, this is a very big question! I'm writing an ebook on this topic which will be available in a few days. I can share it with you once it's done. The short answer to your question is to motivate yourself to do stuff, you have to keep doing things and build habits. Habits keep … Read more