Writing motivation. | Lauren Marie Fleming

Are you afraid to call yourself a writer?

Who gets to call themselves a writer? I went to my local credit union the other day to open a new account. The clerk asked me what my profession was I said, “writer, I think.” “You think?” she asked, fingers hovering over the keyboard. My brain...

I made a movie (and you can too!)

Artist Motivation, My writing., The stories you tell yourself., The stories you were told., Writing motivation., Writing tips and tools.

When we were kids, my cousins used to write and perform these elaborate theater productions in their back yard. Every kid in the neighborhood would be given some kind of role, from star to ticket taker to prop manager. A planter was their stage, a sheet their curtain,...

What people said would destroy my career, made it – my speech on Context for Creative Mornings San Diego

My story., Talks and Speeches, The business side of a writing career., The stories you tell yourself., The stories you were told., Writing motivation.

Last week I talked with you about the importance of unrealistic dreaming. This week, I want to show you how I made my unrealistic dream a reality, how I turned a love for a topic that everyone said I should avoided into a successful (and fun!) career. On December 22,...

Your dreams aren’t supposed to be realistic.

Tell your story., The stories you tell yourself., The stories you were told., Writing motivation., Writing to Heal

What goals have you given up because the people currently achieving them don’t look like you? When I was a kid, I dreamt of winning an Oscar. I was constantly writing screenplays in my head, acting out scenes in my bathroom mirror, and planning shots in my...

Can you afford to be a writer? How to make money as an artist.

Tell your story., The business side of a writing career., Time Management, Writing motivation., Writing tips and tools.

There’s this rumor going around that artists have to starve. I’m not sure who started it, but I bet it was some man in a suit. I bet that guy also read the newspaper at the supermarket just to save the buck it would cost to take it home. You know the type I’m talking...

The 6 Most Effective Types of Journaling to Go From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be (video and worksheet)

Discover your story., Journaling, Tell your story., The stories you tell yourself., Workshop, Writing motivation., Writing tips and tools.

Journaling will transform your life, helping you manage depression and anxiety, find personal and professional clarity, and make your dreams a reality. Your journal is your best friend, therapist, and life coach all in one, a place for you to turn when life’s...

Yes, you are a writer. Here’s why.

Tell your story., Writing motivation.

We need to talk. Listen, I understand that we live in a society that devalues your worth and puts down your talents, I get that. But I am sick and tired of hearing you tell me you’re not a writer. I see you commenting on my Instagram. I watch you interact with...

Lauren Marie Fleming is a writer, speaker, and founder of School for Writers.

Through School for Writers's courses, social media, coaching, newsletter and podcast, she helps aspiring authors leave a legacy through their stories – all with the goal of diversifying publishing.

Her popular program Write Your Friggin’ Book Already™ helps amateur writers go from idea to publishable book. Through WYFBA and on the School for Writers podcast, Lauren helps historically silenced people rediscover their voice, carve out time for creativity in their busy lives, and stand in the truth that your story matters now more than ever.

In her twenty years as a professional writer, Lauren has written multiple books, been featured in prominent publications including VICE, Curve, Cosmo and the Huffington Post. She is also a sought after and entertaining public speaker, and has spoken at prestigious conferences and colleges including Yale, Brown, Wordstock, and BlogHer.

For over three decades, Lauren has coached writers and speakers to tell heartfelt tales in the most impactful and entertaining way possible. Lauren has worked with some of the world’s most distinguished presenters and authors, including two years directly supporting Tony Robbins on his content and coaching the speakers on his stage.

Lauren is an avid reader, has lived all over the world, and will try anything once, as long as it’s gluten free. When not writing, coaching clients or traveling the world, Lauren can be found walking her dog on the beach in San Diego listening to a good audiobook.

Head to SchoolForWriters.com to get free resources from Lauren, including the School for Writers podcast and her popular How to Write a Book workshop.

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