Ep. 1092 – Using Art, Writing, and Creativity to Heal From Loss with Erica Richmond (@pixiepaperdoll7)

“Our grief is not linear. Our grief is not written in this perfect front to back story. Grief is all over the place, and it's messy, and it's hard. But there's also there's so many joyful moments that you can find in it if you look.” – Erica Richmond Today’s featured author is a mom, speaker, writing coach, and the founder of Open Sky Stories, Erica Richmond. Erica and I had a fun on a bun chat about her books, writing as emotional healing, the power of creative community, and more!!Key Things You’ll Learn:How Erica discovered her love for writing and her daily rituals for putting out her best workHow did writing her children’s book series help Erica better understand her own anxiety and help kids talk about big feelings, emotional wellbeing, and healthy boundariesHow she created online and local writing groups to combat the isolation writers often feelHer advice for navigating the complex journey of grief, especially for parents who have lost their spouse or co-parentErica’s Site: https://www.openskystories.com/Erica’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09S5477RD/allbooksThe opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…1005 – Warrior Mother's Wisdom for Self-Care & Artful Living After Loss with Dr. Sheila K. Collins (@SheilaKCollins): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1005-warrior-mothers-wisdom-for-self-care-artful-living-after-loss-with-dr-sheila-k-colli/946 – How Stories Drive Impact and Inspire Action with Autumn Karen (@autumncarrying): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-946-how-stories-drive-impact-and-inspire-action-with-autumn-karen-autumncarrying/999 – How Storytelling, Unicorns & Coffee Brew More Life Magic with Gwen Tolios (@GwenTolios): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-999-how-storytelling-unicorns-coffee-brew-more-life-magic-with-gwen-tolios-gwentolios/330 – A Long Way from Ordinary with Ann Charles (@AnnWCharles): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-330-a-long-way-from-ordinary-with-ann-charles-annwcharles/984 – Art for Your Sanity with Susan Hensley: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-984-art-for-your-sanity-with-susan-hensley/567 – The Suffering Guy with Jim Barnard (@jimmahbarnard): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-567-the-suffering-guy-with-jim-barnard-jimmahbarnard/617 – 100 Acts of Love with Kim Hamer: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-617-100-acts-of-love-with-kim-hamer-100actsoflove/626 – Finding Grace within Grief with Portia Booker: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-626-finding-grace-within-grief-with-portia-booker/1061 – From Wildlife Biologist To Award-Winning Novelist with Laura Frost (@LFrostWrites): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-1061-from-wildlife-biologist-to-award-winning-novelist-with-laura-frost-lfrostwrites/744 – How to Write a Novel in 20 Pies with Amy Wallen: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-744-how-to-write-a-novel-in-20-pies-with-amy-wallen-amylizwrites/938 – How to Create a More Colorful and Fulfilling Life with Debbie R. Weiss: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-938-how-to-create-a-more-colorful-and-fulfilling-life-with-debbie-r-weiss/638 – From People Pleaser to Soul Pleaser with Tracy Secombe: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-638-from-people-pleaser-to-soul-pleaser-with-tracy-secombe-tracysecombe/#Holiday Bonus Ep. – Bird of Paradise with Emily Johnson (@elhughes01): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/holiday-bonus-ep-bird-of-paradise-with-emily-johnson-elhughes01/