The Mind Bod Adventure Pod Writing as Presence | Sarah Selecky
Jun 24, 2025
In this engaging discussion, writer and teacher Sarah Selecky shares her passion for teaching writing as a practice of presence. She dives into the synergy between writing and meditation, emphasizing the power of honesty in storytelling. Listeners learn how to shift from simply trying to write to becoming a clear channel for creativity. Sarah provides insightful exercises to unlock deeper self-expression and encourages embracing vulnerability in writing. By the end, you’ll feel inspired to explore the sensory richness of your own words.
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Slow Writing Builds Presence
- Slow down when writing each letter to enhance the flow and presence in writing practice.
- Focus on the sensation of the pen on paper instead of forming perfect sentences or ideas.
Authenticity Transmits Energy
- Honest energy in writing transmits a deeper feeling than intellectualized, deceptive words.
- Readers instinctively sense when writing is out of alignment or dishonest.
Mundane Details Enrich Presence
- Noticing mundane sensory details slows time and enriches presence.
- Detailed noticing trains the mind to be more alive and aware in everyday life.
