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Cultivating Creative Seasons with Jacqueline Suskin
Dec 6, 2023
Poet, teacher, and author Jacqueline Suskin talks about seasonal practices, writing multiple books, having multiple calendars, and choosing to remember. They discuss the radical nature of connecting to Earth's cycles, tapping into seasonal rhythms, and Jacqueline's daily and weekly planning practices. They also explore holding nuance in writing, the power of calendars for task management, and the importance of trust and boundaries in the creative process.
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Quick takeaways
- Winter serves as an opportunity to challenge the pressure for constant productivity and embrace the restorative power of rest and reflection.
- Reconnecting with the wisdom and rhythms of the earth is a radical act of embodiment and resistance that fosters healing and transformation.
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The importance of embracing winter and challenging societal expectations
The podcast episode explores the idea that winter is a season that asks for rest and reflection. In a society that constantly demands productivity and output, winter serves as an opportunity to challenge the shoulds and allow ourselves to pause. The speaker emphasizes the importance of finding moments to say no and disconnect from the pressure to always be doing something. This season offers a chance to challenge the belief that constant productivity is necessary for success and to fully embrace the restorative power of rest and introspection.
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