For The Love With Jen Hatmaker Podcast

Title: Maggie Smith on Art and the Gift of Our Attention

May 21, 2025
Maggie Smith, a poet and author known for her viral poem 'Good Bones,' dives into the transformative power of creativity. She discusses how writing has been her anchor through tough times and emphasizes that all decisions are inherently creative. Smith debunks the myth of the solitary artist, celebrating the importance of community in the creative process. She highlights the gift of attention, reminding us that genuine engagement with the world enhances our appreciation for beauty and art. Her insights inspire listeners to embrace their own creative journeys.
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ANECDOTE

Connection Sparks in Grocery Store

  • Amy Hardin shared a story about a stranger in a grocery store wearing a Sturgill Simpson shirt.
  • She told him his shirt made her happy, which made both of their days brighter through a brief connection.
INSIGHT

Life as Creative Art

  • Maggie Smith believes everyone is creative through daily life choices.
  • Creativity is not limited to art; every decision we make shapes our unique life as a piece of living art.
ADVICE

Writing Transforms Your Story

  • Writing about your life changes your perspective and self, even if the facts stay the same.
  • Transforming your story through writing helps improve clarity and move forward.
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