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Ep 153: How to Write Personal Stories Without Hurting Your Relationships

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In this creative minisode, Leya provides tips on how to navigate this nuanced and complex topic for creatives:

📝 How can you write and share your personal story—especially in memoir or creative nonfiction—without damaging relationships with family and loved ones?

If you've ever felt creatively blocked by the fear of how others will react to your truth, this episode will offer both comfort and clarity. Leya explores the emotional and practical sides of writing about real people in your life, especially in personal essays, memoirs, or storytelling projects.

We talk about:

  • Why this question often shows up too early in the creative process
  • How fear of offending others can block your creativity
  • Why your story matters even if it includes other people
  • The importance of writing your truth for yourself first
  • Tips for navigating sensitive relationships once you’re ready to share

Creative Resources Mentioned:

Want to start telling your story? Join The Creative Soul Practice today!

Use "CREATIVESOUL" for 10% off

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153 episodes

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Manage episode 488306128 series 2979688
Content provided by Leya Van Doren. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Leya Van Doren or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

In this creative minisode, Leya provides tips on how to navigate this nuanced and complex topic for creatives:

📝 How can you write and share your personal story—especially in memoir or creative nonfiction—without damaging relationships with family and loved ones?

If you've ever felt creatively blocked by the fear of how others will react to your truth, this episode will offer both comfort and clarity. Leya explores the emotional and practical sides of writing about real people in your life, especially in personal essays, memoirs, or storytelling projects.

We talk about:

  • Why this question often shows up too early in the creative process
  • How fear of offending others can block your creativity
  • Why your story matters even if it includes other people
  • The importance of writing your truth for yourself first
  • Tips for navigating sensitive relationships once you’re ready to share

Creative Resources Mentioned:

Want to start telling your story? Join The Creative Soul Practice today!

Use "CREATIVESOUL" for 10% off

  continue reading

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