In this week’s episode, we discuss new ways of looking at originality and how we can ensure our work is original. We talk about how the perspective decides what’s true and new, and how great execution makes all the difference. We’d love to cont

(#6) Five kinds of Artistic Stretching

Feb 15th, 2020 16m 6s

In this week's episode, we discuss the five areas artists, especially writers, should stretch. This includes their craft, mind, perspective, comfort, and body. We go over ways to grow in each area and talk about the benefits this practice holds

(#5) The Power of Self-Permission

Feb 8th, 2020 20m 16s

In this week’s episode, we look at ways to make your creative work a non-negotiable pillar of your life. We discuss why it’s difficult to give yourself full permission for artistic pursuits, what doubts fight against it, and why it’s a vital st

(#4) Delight without Embarassment

Feb 1st, 2020 19m 38s

This week’s episode discusses how having fun fosters motivation and opens us up creatively. We go over ways to incorporate play into your writing while letting go of the need for justifications. In life, we can use these techniques to jump out

(#3) Rumi's Two Kinds of Intelligence

Jan 25th, 2020 22m 6s

In this week’s episode, we discuss Rumi’s poem about outer and inner intelligence, explore how our intuition informs our art, and discover ways to use our expertise on human nature in our storytelling. We’d love to continue the discussion in th

(#2) How intentions shape your story

Jan 18th, 2020 18m 28s

In today’s episode, Lea discusses how cultivating a good relationship with intention benefits your story. It bridges the debate between plotters and pantsers, differentiates it from goal-setting, and compares it to other art forms. It also cove

Episode 1 - Unabashed Joy

Jan 11th, 2020 15m 47s

In this episode, Lea discusses how enjoying the unabashed joy of a performance she watched required her to let go of judgment. We talk about how preconceived notions take away from the art’s intention and how we can approach our storytelling wi

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Welcome to Nature's Mirror!

Jan 10th, 2020 1m 21s

Welcome to Nature’s Mirror, an inspirational podcast on storytelling. In this teaser, we’ll share with you what to expect & look forward to. The podcast is produced by DeVore Editorial and I’m your host Lea Falls. Episodes come out every Saturd

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