Notes on writing, stones, and the five elements
Practical guides to journaling, the five writing perspectives, and the natural stones behind each journal.
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When “Whatever Works” Isn’t What You Meant
Sometimes you notice what you wanted only after saying “Whatever works.” Explore how everyday preferences and a few...
When “Whatever Works” Isn’t What You Meant
Sometimes you notice what you wanted only after saying “Whatever works.” Explore how everyday preferences and a few...
How to Write About Your Feelings When the Words Won’t Come
When “I feel bad” is all you can write, begin with the moment behind it. A conversation you...
How to Write About Your Feelings When the Words Won’t Come
When “I feel bad” is all you can write, begin with the moment behind it. A conversation you...
The Five Elements: The Philosophy Behind Orileva’s Journals
Why does Orileva bring the Five Elements to the page? Explore the philosophy behind five writing perspectives, and...
The Five Elements: The Philosophy Behind Orileva’s Journals
Why does Orileva bring the Five Elements to the page? Explore the philosophy behind five writing perspectives, and...
Five Perspectives for the Page: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water
Five Elements journaling offers five ways to approach the same question. Compare Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water,...
Five Perspectives for the Page: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water
Five Elements journaling offers five ways to approach the same question. Compare Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water,...
When Fire Appears Quiet: A Writing Practice for Expression and Courage
In BaZi, weak Fire means that Fire appears less visibly in a birth pattern. These 15 prompts turn...
When Fire Appears Quiet: A Writing Practice for Expression and Courage
In BaZi, weak Fire means that Fire appears less visibly in a birth pattern. These 15 prompts turn...
You Don't Need a Streak: How Often Should You Journal?
You do not have to journal every day. Pick a rhythm based on what you want the journal...
You Don't Need a Streak: How Often Should You Journal?
You do not have to journal every day. Pick a rhythm based on what you want the journal...