EPISODE 80: PART 2: The Six P's of Well-Being in the Publishing Industry with Danielle Render Turmaud

Send us a textIn this episode of Way-Word Writers, literary agent and authors Heather Cashman, Stephanie Bearce, and Nicki Jacobsmeyer discuss the six Ps of wellbeing in the publishing journey with special guest author and trauma therapist, Danielle Render Turmaud. They delve into topics such as the importance of pausing, patience, persistence, and building a supportive writer community. Danielle shares her insights on how listening to one's body and emotions can guide better responses to stress and trauma, especially within the high-pressure world of publishing. The discussion also highlights the significance of balancing writing for passion and publication while maintaining mental and emotional health.00:00 Introduction to Way-Word Writers00:28 Meet Danielle Render Turmaud01:14 Understanding the 'Why' in Our Reactions02:05 Personal Experiences with Grief and Work04:40 The Importance of Pausing07:32 Signs You Need a Pause11:55 Navigating Patience in Publishing18:06 Balancing the Why of Writing and Publishing19:14 Exploring the Passion Behind Writing21:07 The Importance of Writing Community21:55 Finding Supportive Critique Partners23:50 Rebuilding After Negative Experiences24:40 Gradual Exposure and Community Engagement26:23 Retreats and Connecting with Fellow Writers27:24 Persistence and Perseverance in Writing30:19 Celebrating Small Wins and Staying Motivated32:42 Anchoring to Your 'Why' and Final ThoughtsFind out more about Danielle here!You, Me & The Writing Journey podcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit waywordwriters.substack.com