In this special New Year episode I invite you to reflect on your writing year and share a practical way to kick off January: Choosing an Artist Word of the Year. I also reflect on my artistic values and share a personal update on life with a newborn.
In This Episode:
A personal update about motherhood so far
Why choosing a word of the year can be more powerful than traditional resolutions
The difference between goals and values in an artist’s life
Exploring Wants vs. Needs - both in storytelling and how this mirrors real life
50 of the most common values (from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Mindfulness)
Consider:
What word would you choose to guide your creative practice in 2025?
How can this word influence the way you show up as an artist this year?
What deeper needs might your creative goals be helping you fulfil?
Thank you for listening! To learn more about my work visit https://www.emilysheehan.info/ or connect with me on Instagram @emilysheehan__. If you’re interested in working with me as your dramaturg then send me an email at emily@emilysheehan.info.
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In this special New Year episode I invite you to reflect on your writing year and share a practical way to kick off January: Choosing an Artist Word of the Year. I also reflect on my artistic values and share a personal update on life with a newborn.
In This Episode:
A personal update about motherhood so far
Why choosing a word of the year can be more powerful than traditional resolutions
The difference between goals and values in an artist’s life
Exploring Wants vs. Needs - both in storytelling and how this mirrors real life
50 of the most common values (from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Mindfulness)
Consider:
What word would you choose to guide your creative practice in 2025?
How can this word influence the way you show up as an artist this year?
What deeper needs might your creative goals be helping you fulfil?
Thank you for listening! To learn more about my work visit https://www.emilysheehan.info/ or connect with me on Instagram @emilysheehan__. If you’re interested in working with me as your dramaturg then send me an email at emily@emilysheehan.info.
Today I answer your writing questions in an ‘ask me anything’ episode. I cover loads of topics related to playwriting, theatre and dramaturgy.
Here’s what you asked:
- How do play development workshops work, and how do you structure each day?
- What do you do when you're struggling with writer's block?
- How do you organise your life as a writer?
- Do you speak to people about your plays in early drafts, or are you selective? I ask because I find it hard to speak to people about my ideas in the early phase.
- How do you contact and collaborate with subject matter experts and sensitivity readers?
- How do you manage doubt and despair in the creative process?
- How do you switch off from writing?
- Can you suggest some music and playlists to write to?
If you enjoyed today’s episode, feel free to send through your own questions for me to answer in a follow up ep. You can reach out via email emily@emilysheehan.info or on Instagram @emilysheehan__.
Playwright's Process Podcast
In this special New Year episode I invite you to reflect on your writing year and share a practical way to kick off January: Choosing an Artist Word of the Year. I also reflect on my artistic values and share a personal update on life with a newborn.
In This Episode:
A personal update about motherhood so far
Why choosing a word of the year can be more powerful than traditional resolutions
The difference between goals and values in an artist’s life
Exploring Wants vs. Needs - both in storytelling and how this mirrors real life
50 of the most common values (from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Mindfulness)
Consider:
What word would you choose to guide your creative practice in 2025?
How can this word influence the way you show up as an artist this year?
What deeper needs might your creative goals be helping you fulfil?
Thank you for listening! To learn more about my work visit https://www.emilysheehan.info/ or connect with me on Instagram @emilysheehan__. If you’re interested in working with me as your dramaturg then send me an email at emily@emilysheehan.info.