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Writers' Retreat Shaina Tranquilino August 21, 2024

Julia had always dreamed of becoming an author, but her life in the city felt like a series of distractions. Between her job at the marketing firm, the endless stream of social obligations, and the constant buzz of urban life, she rarely found the time—or the courage—to pursue her passion seriously.

So when she stumbled upon an ad for a writers’ retreat in the remote mountains, it felt like a sign. “Discover your voice, find your story,” the brochure promised. It was exactly what she needed. Without hesitation, she signed up, packed her bags, and embarked on the journey.

The retreat was nestled deep in the woods, far from any town. As Julia drove up the winding road, the city slowly faded from her mind, replaced by towering pines, misty peaks, and the soothing sound of a nearby river. The retreat itself was a cozy lodge, surrounded by cabins where the participants would stay. It was the perfect setting for reflection and creativity.

Upon arrival, Julia was greeted by Anna, the retreat’s founder. A seasoned author with a gentle demeanor, Anna radiated warmth and wisdom. “Welcome, Julia,” she said with a smile. “We’re here to help you find the story that’s been waiting inside you.”

The retreat brought together a small group of aspiring writers, each with their own struggles and dreams. Over the next week, they shared their works-in-progress, received feedback, and participated in workshops designed to hone their skills. Julia was initially nervous about sharing her writing, fearing judgment or rejection. But the group’s encouragement surprised her. They saw potential in her words, in the characters she’d crafted and the emotions she’d woven into her narrative.

One evening, after a particularly moving session, Anna took Julia aside. “You have a gift, Julia,” she said softly. “But more than that, you have a voice that deserves to be heard. I think you’ve been holding back, afraid of what others might think. But here, in this space, you’re free to explore, to take risks. Trust yourself.”

Those words lingered in Julia’s mind as she sat by the fire that night, the crackling logs filling the silence. She thought about the stories she had always wanted to tell, the ideas she had tucked away, thinking they weren’t good enough. Slowly, she began to realize that she wasn’t just at the retreat to learn the craft of writing—she was there to discover herself.

The next day, Julia approached her writing with a newfound sense of purpose. She allowed herself to be vulnerable on the page, to pour her heart into her story without reservation. As the words flowed, she felt a shift within her, as if the barriers she had built over the years were crumbling away. She wrote about love, loss, hope, and resilience, drawing from deep within her soul.

When it was time to share her new work with the group, Julia was filled with nervous excitement. As she read aloud, the room was silent, each listener absorbed in her tale. When she finished, the room erupted in applause, not just polite, but genuine. Julia’s heart swelled with pride and a sense of belonging.

Anna approached her again after the session, her eyes filled with pride. “You’ve found your voice, Julia. Now it’s time to let the world hear it.”

By the end of the retreat, Julia had not only developed her writing skills but also forged deep connections with the other writers. They had become her community, her support system. They exchanged contact information, promising to keep in touch, to continue supporting each other on their creative journeys.

As Julia drove away from the retreat, the mountains fading in the distance, she felt a profound sense of peace. She had come to the retreat seeking direction, and she was leaving with something far greater—a new sense of purpose, a community of fellow writers, and the belief that she could, and would, write the stories that mattered most to her.

For the first time in a long time, Julia felt like an author, not just in title, but in spirit. And she knew that this was only the beginning of her journey.

[queenephillips]

Always thinking of a WORD to encourage, motivate and inspire you! "The Lord gave the word; Great was the company of those who proclaimed it..." Psalms 68:11 NKJV #FridayInspiration #FridayMood #FridayMotivation #live #Love #laugh #pray #authorsofinstagram #author #indieauthors #WritingWithPurpose #speaker #preachwithlove #preachernation #womenwhopreach https://www.instagram.com/p/B1O6QJjgc3l/?igshid=nky38mgb316y

[chasingsakina]

to the person seeking to forgive. to give and give and give. to the person seeking silver linings where it feels near impossible to survive the next hour. please remember, you too are human. even if, at times, you feel you don’t own the luxury to be considered one. you are precious and your existence, matters ✨ . . . #selflovenotes : #antalyasunset : #candidphotography : #littlemusafiratravels : #writingwithpurpose https://www.instagram.com/p/Chfs3Vbhjnn/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[kellycainauthor]

Happy Monday. Coming off a long weekend, I should be rested and recharged, right? When the alarm went off at 6:20, I groaned. Definitely could have used one more day. I did get some tasks done like organizing some Trello boards around my writing goals, setting up newsletter boards (now I just need subscribers for all this incredible content I'm about to put out), and set up a social media board although I have loads to do there. Speaking of writing goals, I had an excellent group meeting hosted by the founder of #20kin5days Tasha Harrison. We worked on SMARTER goals and I have some bite-sized chunks where I'm not feeling overwhelmed anymore. That's where i learned more about Trello too.Tasha is a gem! How do you remain organized and set your goals? . . . . . . . . . #mondaymusings #mondaymotivation #writerslife #writingwithpurpose #writingcommunity #writinggoals #authorsofcolor https://www.instagram.com/p/CCTVf6qA_ZO/?igshid=wk95llodd28a

[duendearts]

Seeing through what we see “For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face; now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.” 1 Corinthians 13:12 © 2020 Orlando Gustilo. All rights reserved. Obviously we focus on what’s in front of our faces: we need to survive. But having assured our survival, we begin to look more closely and see a reality beyond, something that speaks to us as though it knows us, more than we know ourselves. #duendearts #spirituality #insights #meaning #buddhism #beyonddogma #spiritualdiversity #diversity #postmodernism #practice #spiritualpractice #religion #writingwithpurpose https://www.instagram.com/p/CA2_j8rjP16/?igshid=9f1muoyds2ke

[davonnerochelle]

Rebirth ...

It’s time for a little change on this page. I’ve let it go by the way, unnurtured and unmanaged. Neglected and feral. It’s time to reclaim it. Sheer back the overgrowth and nurse it to health. Bring forth it’s true potential. 

With that said, some of the content is probably going to change. Actually, i know it’s going to change. No more reblogs of other people’s post, unless of course, it coincides with something I’m learning are discussing at that time. No more “This artist enrolled the Disney princes and princesses in Hogwarts, and it gives us life.” Though that was really cute and fun to see at the time. I plan to use this space for something a little more significant. My spiritual growth/journey. 

My spirit guides have been screaming at me to share what I’m learning with the world. What better place than Tumblr? Assuming I can remember my password moving forward lol 

Well, here we go. I hope you enjoy what I have to say. 

DRA

Image from http://www.wakingtimes.com/2013/04/06/your-body-is-a-mirror-of-your-life/

[sschrell-blog]

We did sentences today😍🤓✏️🖍🗒 about whether it is real or not real after we read There's a Wocket in my pocket 💜💜💜... Lots of work, but worth it. They really liked it!!! #learningwhatyoulove #writingwithpurpose #Superstarsshine

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[queenephillips]

Sometimes we rush to finish the project rather than working the #writing process to make the message clear. #WritingWithPurpose #iwritetounite #iwriteforHim #iwritetoinspirehope #iwritegoodnews #amwriting #Amazon #barnesandnoble #kobobooks #digital2digital https://www.instagram.com/p/ByJDcNBg-xM/?igshid=19zomek9dth5y

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[queenephillips]

To the Ladies: Our life journey is a story with many chapters. The pages are filled with tragedy, trauma, and triumph. This book is filled with letters written to address those chapters. There are 6 types of letters: Letters of Comfort Letters of Love Letters of Appreciation Letters of Encouragement Letters of Commendation Letters of Recommendation Check it out. It's a great communication resource to add a personal touch when writing to others, or a good book to read for personal pleasure and inspiration. #booksthatmatter #booksforcoaches #booksthatinspire #inspiration #writingwithpurpose #purposedrivencoach #coachingforchange #iwritetohelp #selfhelp #youareroyalty #personal #amazonbooks https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj93xPXuABK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[queenephillips]

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