Stardust and Courage

Why are fairy tales so enduring? In this inspiring and fascinating interview with writer and scholar Dr. Jennifer Orme, Ph. D we look at stories of wonder and transformation. Find out how curiosity and imagination lead to hope and justice, and how disruptive middles give stories special power and insight. Plus we talk about collaborative writing and editing, and Jennifer shares her most wonderful...

In this Dear Suzanne episode find out how to lean into the pleasure of writing instead of the pressure when life is hard. We’ll also look at using writing and exercise mini breaks on tough and tedious days to stay present and embodied instead of mentally checking out. Stay tuned to the end for the body scan guided practice I use to stop insomnia, circular thinking and rumination so you can rest ea...

What if your writing dreams take time? We go deep into writing patience and determination with New York Times reviewed novelist Heidi Reimer in this beautiful and moving interview. Find out how to keep believing in your work no matter what, what you need to know about author visibility and ways to deepen your characters in editing. Plus, Heidi shares her most effective daily writing practice. Gues...

What are you aiming for? Let your heart and soul lead the way in this guided imagination and writing practice on success. We’ll look at how you can move towards what you really want and drop comparisons, expectations and unhelpful pressures. We’ll also dismantle limiting beliefs and negative gatekeeper stories so you can open up to what’s possible. It’s about letting go to move forward! Resources:...

This episode is a deep dive into what mindful writing is—and what it isn’t. What happens when we create like worldwide bestsellers Eckhart Tolle and Elizabeth Gilbert do without hustling, performing and proving? Listen to find out why mindful writing is an invitation to slow down and luxuriate in the writing process, where all the energy and fun is. Plus learn three powerful mind shifts to begin y...

How do we get back into creative flow when we haven’t been writing or feel stuck or stressed about what we’re working on? In this first Dear Suzanne advice episode find out all about refuelling your creative energy with artist dates and the one-minute vacation. Plus go on an ocean adventure in a buoyant and rejuvenating imagination activating guided practice. Mindful writing begins with caring for...

If you have scarcity stories in your head around writing and money you’re not alone and it’s not your fault! Scarcity is institutionalized in arts grants and funding systems and winner-takes-all awards. It’s in publishing and our culture, so it’s no wonder it’s in our thinking, too. But what if things could be different, or you could at least see them differently? We ask big questions in this impo...

Practice the art and power of transformation with this guided visualization on glamour. It’ll activate your imagination! Use it to explore what’s possible for you or your characters, to go deeper, and as a writing prompt to inspire your writing this week. It’s easy, relaxing and fun.   Follow the show on IG: @stardustandcourage Donate to the production fund: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_bu...

Be the writing queen, king or royalty you really are with fun coaching lessons inspired by RuPaul’s Drag Race. We cover transformation, getting stupid, authenticity, vulnerability, charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent. Let’s bring more play, joy and glamour to writing! Because everything is always easier when we’re having fun.   Follow the show on IG: @stardustandcourage Donate to the production...

It’s extra hard to write when burned out and anxious. Discover an effective way to relax into your imagination so you can create with more ease. Be sure to stick around until the end for a very special imagination activation designed to help you escape from your pressure cooker of stress and into a delightful imaginary mind spa. Mindful writing begins with caring for your whole being: mind, body a...

This episode moves you from wanting to write to actually doing it. I share my best practical advice for taking consistent action towards your writing dreams. Then we do an easy and fun visualization to clear mental space so you can get curious, wake up your imagination, and tap into your vivid memory resources to write. See if this gentle advice and visualization combo nudges you out of procrastin...

What happens when writers take care of their brains like musicians care for their instruments? It’s important because brain fog, anxiety and fatigue make writing harder! Find out ways to boost your brain power and make the best use of your writing time. Stick around until the end for a fun imagination activating guided practice. Mindful writing begins with caring for your whole being: mind, body a...

Listen to the trailer for Stardust and Courage, the podcast where we use writing, curiosity and imagination to see beyond challenges and make life more meaningful.  I’m your host, Suzanne Alyssa Andrew and I welcome you here whether you’ve been writing prose, fiction or poetry, screenwriting or songwriting for awhile, or you’re new to writing. If you want to write, deepen and grow you’re in the ri...