159 What does real self care actually look like? What are the practices that truly bring us peace? Nadine shares the books and principles that have made a lasting difference in her life. She also shares the delightful details of her recent trip to Nashville as well as the unexpected events that put her inner-peace practices to the test. About Nadine:Download Nadine's mini-retreat reset for busy women here. This guided meditation creates calm and clarity so you can listen to the directions of your heart. Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, Good Grit, OnSite Journal, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, Chicago Magazine, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of essays in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

158 If you've ever felt alone in your suffering and uncertainty, this episode is for you. Bestselling author Sara Avant Stover shares her own story of serial heartbreaks and the steps she took towards repair. Through IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapy, Sara discovered how to acknowledge, understand, and heal her parts. Covered in this episode:The midlife transition most of us go through Signs/stages of heartbreakHow to allow & be where we areGetting to the root of your suffering and healing our parts Asking others for help Fully surrenderingPatience and persistence Not giving up on ourselvesWhy everything you’re feeling is normal The winding road of Sara's writing journey that ended in deep alignmentAbout Nadine:Download Nadine's mini-retreat reset for busy women here. This guided meditation creates calm and clarity so you can listen to the directions of your heart. Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, Good Grit, OnSite Journal, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, Chicago Magazine, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of essays in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

157 So many of us yearn to stay in a home, job, or relationship "forever," and there can be deep shame when we don't. And yet, we all know that in order to grow, change is necessary. To be human is to realize that permanence is a myth. So why do we still buy into the forever fallacy? And what do we do when the myth is busted? Nadine explores these ideas in her essay, "Forever Home." If your heart has ever broken over something that didn't last forever, this episode is for you. Covered in this episode:What Nadine wishes she could say to her 27 yr old self about the idea of "forever"The ups and downs she's encountered in the last 13 yrs since thenHow to feel at home even when you're in unfamiliar territoryAbout Nadine:Download Nadine's mini-retreat reset for busy women here. This guided meditation creates calm and clarity so you can listen to the directions of your heart. Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, Good Grit, OnSite Journal, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, Chicago Magazine, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of essays in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

156 How to we go on in the wake of deep loss? How do we overcome the fear of our own mortality? In this deeply vulnerable episode, Nadine shares a personal essay that is an excerpt from her book, Come Home to Your Heart, and was recently featured in Good Grit Magazine. She also discusses the life event that prompted her to write the essay, and what she has learned in the years since that difficult period. Covered in this episode:The difficult spring of 2021 and how it impacted NadineWhy readers have resoundingly chose this essay as a favoriteThe words that changed her outlook on lossThe behind-the scenes- process of writing this essayThe wisdom she's gained since this traumatic timeWhat it was like revisiting this material 3 yrs later and what gave her hope and healing About Nadine:Download Nadine's mini-retreat reset for busy women here. This guided meditation creates calm and clarity so you can listen to the directions of your heart. Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, Good Grit, OnSite Journal, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, Chicago Magazine, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of essays in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

155 As a champion of women writers and entrepreneurs, communications expert Heather Adams has helped launch over 100 NYTimes Bestsellers. Her special sauce is in helping women discern and embrace their unique offerings. If you want to share your story or biz with the world, but you're overwhelmed, self critical, or unclear, this episode is for you. Often we're just too close to our brand of magic to discover or embrace it. Covered in this episode:The childhood ritual that turned both Heather and Nadine into avid readersThe milestones and mistake Heather made in her professional journeyHow Heather learned to link arms with other women and why it's been so beneficialThe life-changing advice her husband gave her How to demand what we deserveHow Heather went out on her ownWhy we need to share our stories with the worldHow to discern and embrace your unique offeringsThe clarifying exercise that Heather encouraged Nadine to do in order to hone in on her professional values Why Heather created the Summit and why it's so different from other conferencesThe meditation and journaling workshop that Nadine is leading at the SummitWant to join Nadine at the Choice Media Summit in TN April 28-30? You can sign up here.Get on the waitlist for Nadine's upcoming workshops & retreats here. About Heather:Heather Adams is a wife, boy mom, communications expert, and CEO of Choice Media and Communications. It is her greatest passion and mission to link arms with other women as their champion and mentor, in life and in work. Whether you’re a young professional, a mama, an entrepreneur, or all of the above, Heather is here to share her hard-fought wisdom and cheer you on as you design and live a life you love.https://www.choicemediacommunications.com/IG: @choicemediacommunicationsAbout Nadine:Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, Good Grit, OnSite Journal, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, Chicago Magazine, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of essays in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on

154 So many of us want to live more intentionally, but our rote habits are only producing the same inauthentic results. Today's episode is a nudge to mix things up by making small and big changes to experience different outcomes and to live in more alignment. Nadine shares what recently inspired her to make some changes, what she has been doing differently, and what has resulted from it. Covered in this episode:Upon turning 40, Nadine realized something big was missing from her life.The silly things she's integrating into her calendarThe new movement and meditation practices Nadine has integrated into lifeThe feeling that gives a good hint that you're curious to try something newThe surprising TV show that has changed Nadine's perspective Why we need community or mentorshipThe books and podcasts that are inspiring Nadine Nadine's upcoming travelsWhat help Nadine has reached out for How to avoid avoiding Mentioned in the show:Amy PorterfieldRenee TrudeauSusan OubariEmily P Freeman - How to Walk into a RoomSara Avant Stover - Handbook for the HeartbrokenThe Branding Business School PodcastWant to join Nadine at the Choice Media Summit in TN April 28-30? You can sign up here.Get on the waitlist for Nadine's upcoming workshops & retreats here. About Nadine:Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, Good Grit, OnSite Journal, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, Chicago Magazine, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of essays in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Download Nadine's mini-retreat reset for busy women

153 Many of us have carried at least one hard story for years, suffering under the weight of secrecy and silence. But what if you didn't have to carry it anymore? What if writing or telling it could not only free you, but deepen your relationships with your loved ones? Melanie Brooks--author of Writing Hard Stories and A Hard Silence--is here to help us write and tell our hard stories. Covered in this episode:The life changing impact that Writing Hard Stories had on NadineMelanie’s surprising experiences with renowned authors as she researched her bookThe benefits of writing a hard story How and why it gets easierWhat you discover when you’re writing hard stories and how it’s able to help you processThe phases we go throughout when telling hard stories What prompted Nadine to write and publish her hard storyThe 2 books Nadine reread while writing her memoirThe hard silence Melanie had to keep for almost 10 yrsThe long term impact of not being able to speak your truthWhat helps us stay centered while writing hard stories The guilty pleasure TV show that Melanie and Nadine both watch when they need to escape How it felt for Melanie and Nadine to have their vulnerable books be published What it was like for both writers to write about real life characters and what their family's reactions wereWhat narrative medicine is and how it’s changing health care Hear Melanie read a moving passage that gives anyone permission to share their hard story About Melanie:IG: melaniejmbrookswriterwebsite: melaniebrooks.comMelanie Brooks is the author of the memoir A Hard Silence: One daughter remaps family, grief, and faith when HIV/AIDS changes it all (Vine Leaves Press, 2023) and Writing Hard Stories: Celebrated Memoirists Who Shaped Art from Trauma (Beacon Press, 2017) She teaches creative nonfiction in the M.F.A. program at Bay Path University and in the M.F.A. program at Western Connecticut State University and professional writing at Northeastern University. She holds an M.F.A. in Creative Nonfiction from the University of Southern Maine’s Stonecoast writing program and a Certificate in Narrative Medicine from Columbia University. She has had numerous interviews and essays on topics ranging from loss and grief to parenting and aging published in the The Boston Globe, HuffPost, Yankee Magazine, Psychology Today, The Washington Post, Ms. Magazine, Creative Nonfiction, and other notable publications. She lives in New Hampshire with her husband, two children (when they are home from university), and chocolate Lab.About Nadine:Download Nadine's mini-retreat reset for busy women here. This guided meditation creates calm and clarity so you can listen to the directions of your heart. Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, Good Grit, OnSite Journal, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, Chicago Magazine, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the...

152 At some point, each of us must decide whether to stay in or leave a space (a job, friendship, community, home, relationship, etc.) While no one else can choose for us, there are key questions that help us decide from an aligned space. That's why Emily P Freeman's newest book, How to Walk into a Room (which immediately landed on the bestseller list), is the perfect guide for discerning the next step in your big decision.Covered in this episode: Emily and Nadine share personal stories of hard goodbyesThe scene from the book that gave Nadine permission to be human Why Emily’s editor urged her to have more self-compassionWhy we didn't choose wrong even if something didn't last foreverWhat to do when our investment in something makes it hard to say goodbyeHow to give ourselves grace in the midst of transition-shameWhat to do when we experience endings we didn't see comingHow to give ourselves closure when we haven't gotten it from someone elseEmily’s favorite 2-word mantra when we're in a seemingly long struggleWhat Emily knows for sureAbout Emily:Emily P. Freeman is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of five books, including The Next Right Thing: A Simple, Soulful Practice for Making Life Decisions. As a spiritual director, workshop leader, and host of The Next Right Thing podcast (more than 25 million downloads), her most important work is to help create soul space and offer spiritual companionship and discernment for anyone struggling with decision fatigue. Emily holds a master’s degree in spiritual formation and leadership from Friends University. She lives in North Carolina with her family.website: https://emilypfreeman.com/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/emilypfreeman/ About Nadine:Download Nadine's mini-retreat reset for busy women here. This guided meditation creates calm and clarity so you can listen to the directions of your heart. Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, Good Grit, OnSite Journal, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, Chicago Magazine, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of essays in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Learn more about Nadine's 2024 classes here. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on

151 While Nadine usually hosts Heart of the Story, this week she got to be a guest on one of her favorite podcasts for female entrepreneurs: The Branding Business School Podcast. Here's the description from the TBBS podcast page:This enlightening conversation with the extraordinary Nadine Kenney Johnstone, takes you on a journey through her life's narrative, from overcoming academic hurdles to flourishing as an award-winning author and holistic writing coach. Listen in as Nadine unpacks the transformational role writing has played in her life, especially through the challenges of infertility leading to writing her empowering memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure. She also offers invaluable wellness advice for those constantly on the go, ensuring that her insights resonate with everyone, from busy moms to dynamic entrepreneurs.This episode is a treasure trove of inspiration, particularly for women seeking to harness the power of journaling and wellness to navigate the complexities of modern life. Nadine's transition from academia to creating her business, WriteWELL, is a testament to blending passion with profession. She shares her unique approach to teaching, integrating meditation and yoga with writing, and provides strategies for prioritizing self-care amidst the whirlwind of entrepreneurship and motherhood. Her story encourages you to explore your own creative outlets and the peace that can come from establishing routines that grounds you. Cap off this motivational experience by discovering how simplifying your life can lead to newfound clarity and focus. Nadine's personal anecdotes, including her minimalist living in an Airstream camper, offer a perspective on decluttering that extends beyond the physical space. She reveals how intentional living and strategic delegation in her business have opened doors to continuous growth and innovation. Moreover, Nadine and Victoria delve into the concept of a solo work retreat, illustrating how dedicated time for reflection can rejuvenate both your business and personal life, a practice that has been pivotal in the development of her latest project, a guided journal. So, sit back and let this episode inspire you to find your balance and clarity through writing and wellness.Links mentioned in today's episode:Visit Nadine’s WebsiteFollow Nadine on InstagramOf This Much I’m Sure: A MemoirCome Home to Your Heart: A Guided JournalHeart of the Story Podcast For show notes, head to www.thebrandingbusinessschool.com/thepodcast/Follow BrandWell on Instagram.Follow The Branding Business School on Instagram.About Nadine:Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Bookshop, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon.Award-winning author Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps...

150 Want to see your words in print but don't know where to begin? Or maybe the rejections are racking up and you don't know why. The world of publishing can feel illusive at best and cutthroat at worst, but once you know the unspoken rules, you can get published in no time. Learn how Nadine has gotten her writing in top mags and how she's helped hundreds of writers get published in places like The New York Times, Vogue, The Sun, Brevity, Boston Globe Connections, the Chicago Tribune, Hippocampus, Longreads, Writer's Digest, and more (and how they’ve gotten nominated for major awards like the Pushcart Prize).Covered in this episode: Why your typical approach isn't workingThe 4 ways to make your writing stand outWhat has helped Nadine and her students get published in major magsWhat Nadine has learned about publishing in her 20-year writing career (first as a Chicago magazine intern, then as a writing professor, a published writer, and a writing coach) If you want to finally publish your personal essays, look no further! Sign up for Publish the Personal, which will run on Wednesdays at 10 am CT Apr 3-May 15, skipping May 1. In this 6-week intensive, we’ll write, workshop, revise, and submit 3 of your personal essays to major publications. Want to journal but don't have time? In this free gift, Nadine shares a quick video and mini-workbook with her favorite 5-minute journaling prompt.Success Stories mentioned in this show:Margaret GhielmettiSally Schwartz Barbara Phillips Sarah Robertson About Nadine:Learn more about Nadine's 2024 classes here. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with...

149 There's so much you want to do but you don't have enough hours in the day, and every time you try to develop a habit, it goes to the wayside after a week. If this is you, Nadine offers great tips for looking at habits differently and doing what you love without over-extending yourself or waking up at the crack of dawn. If you'd like a fresh perspective on habit keeping that doesn't make you feel like a production-crazed robot, this episode is for you.Covered in this episode: The regret test and how it helps clarify your prioritiesReflecting on what's already workingMaking more meaning from what you're already doingMaking the activities you love more convenientWhen to leave less time for a habit, and when to block your calendarHow to give yourself grace when you're overwhelmedSign up for Publish the Personal, which will run on Wednesdays at 10 am CT Apr 3-May 15, skipping May 1. Want to journal but don't have time? In this free gift, Nadine shares a quick video and mini-workbook with her favorite 5-minute journaling prompt.About Nadine:Learn more about Nadine's 2024 classes here. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of pieces in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

148 Whether you've left behind a job, a city, a relationship, or an entire identity, it's not so easy to move forward if you don't know what's ahead. So what do we do when we've left one shore but we're swimming blindly towards an uncertain future? Nadine shares the life-changing advice she received when navigating her own murky middle.Covered in this episode: How to look at the"murky middle" with a different perspectiveWhat's actually happening in our heads and hearts when we're in transitionThe typical stages we all go through when in transitionHow to support ourselves every step of the wayWhat's developing within even when we think nothing's happeningNadine's winter classes are in full swing, but if you weren’t able to sign up, never fear. You can try her Women’s Writer Workout for free on Feb 26, and you can get on the waitlist for Publish the Personal, which will run on Wednesdays at 10 am CT Apr 3-May 15, skipping May 1. Want to journal but don't have time? In this free gift, Nadine shares a quick video and mini-workbook with her favorite 5-minute journaling prompt.About Nadine:Learn more about Nadine's 2024 classes here. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of pieces in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

147 So many of us slip into unwanted habits and patterns without even realizing it. Or, once we acknowledge we want to change, we spend a lot of time thinking about doing something different but don't take action. In this episode, writer Maria Warner talks about how to successfully interrupt our patterns. She also discusses her sobriety journey and how writing played a huge part in it. If you love a celebratory cocktail, never fear. This episode is about assessing patterns that have become rote and deciding which ones should stay or go.Covered in this episode: The questions and journal prompts that help assess our habitsHow to interrupt unwanted habits that have become engrained How to overcome roadblocks on your way to habit changesWhat happens when we no longer inhabit all of our old roles and why it's so tempting to reach for vices to fill the voidMaria's sobriety journeyHow writing helped her sobriety and how sobriety helped her writingHer most vulnerable moments that led her to make changesAll the benefits and milestones that have come out of sobrietyResources mentioned in the episode include Nadine's guided journal Come Home to Your Heart and Love-Your-Sober-Year-Alcohol-Free/Nadine's winter classes are in full swing, but if you weren’t able to sign up, never fear. You can try her Women’s Writer Workout for free on Feb 26, and you can get on the waitlist for Publish the Personal, which will run on Wednesdays at 10 am CT Apr 3-May 15, skipping May 1. Want to journal but don't have time? In this free gift, Nadine shares a quick video and mini-workbook with her favorite 5-minute journaling prompt.About Nadine:Learn more about Nadine's 2024 classes here. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast...

146 Often times the deep void we feel is the one of missing ourselves, which is why solo time is a necessity, not a luxury. Craving solo time doesn’t mean you don’t still love your people. Instead, it’s a realization that YOU are part of “your people,” and that self-attention is crucial.Nadine shares all the benefits of solo time, as well as how to plan and get the most out of your solo retreat (without breaking the bank). She also shares the big a-ha moments from her recent "workation" solo trip to focus on her wellness and work.Nadine's winter classes are in full swing, but if you weren’t able to sign up, never fear. You can try her Women’s Writer Workout for free on Feb 26, and you can get on the waitlist for Publish the Personal, which will run on Wednesdays at 10 am CT Apr 3-May 15, skipping May 1. Covered in this episode: What a solo retreat isWhy we need itThe benefits Where to goWhen to goHow to lessen stress and decision fatigue How to create your treat-listWhy we need planned spontaneity What not to do on your solo tripHow to prep your peopleWhat to bring How to maximize flow stateTop reflection exercises to get you clear What it means to have a “for here” attitude How to prioritize your needsWant to journal but don't have time? In this free gift, Nadine shares a quick video and mini-workbook with her favorite 5-minute journaling prompt.About Nadine:Learn more about Nadine's 2024 classes here. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of pieces in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

We start back up Feb 11 with a star-studded line up and deeply intimate heart-to-hearts! You won’t want to miss it. Now’s your chance to catch up on any past episodes you missed before we dive into our next season!About Nadine:Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Bookshop, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon.Award-winning author Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

About Nadine:Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Bookshop, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon.Award-winning author Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

143 An encore episode featuring Nadine’s favorite exercises for reflecting on the year that was and being intentional about the year to come.nadinekenneyjohnstone.comAbout Nadine:Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Bookshop, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon.Award-winning author Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

142 Want to journal, write, or publish in 2024? Nadine explains her exciting new offerings. nadinekenneyjohnstone.comAbout Nadine:Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Bookshop, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon.Award-winning author Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone

Ep 141: What were Nadine's favorite conversations and solo episodes of 2023? Get all the behind the scenes info about what episodes made the list and why.About Nadine:Learn more about Nadine's 2024 classes here. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of pieces in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone A frank, honest chat about the Publishing Industry119 Jane Friedman A Super Practical Guide to Applying to Writing Residencies:124 Faith Adiele Magic and Inspiration:115 Linda Sivertsen Chats w/ Nadine’s Students:106 Charlotte Maya 102 Barbara Phillips 108 Francesca RoysterSolo Eps:101 Taking a workation 116 Book trailer and book news Runners up:105 Secrets of a writing coaching 107 Titles that Hook a Reader138 8 Things I’ve Learned as an Author & EntrepreneurWriting Podcasts I’ve been a Guest on112 & 113 Daring to Tell - The importance of journaling 97 First Words -  Being a mama and a writer

Ep 140: What were Nadine's favorite conversations and solo episodes of 2023? Get all the behind the scenes info about what episodes made the list and why.About Nadine:Learn more about Nadine's 2024 classes here. Her new book, Come Home to Your Heart, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.Nadine Kenney Johnstone is a holistic writing coach who helps women develop and publish their stories. Her infertility memoir, Of This Much I'm Sure, was named book of the year by the Chicago Writer's Association. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Cosmo, Authority, MindBodyGreen, HERE, Urban Wellness, Natural Awakenings, and more. Nadine is the podcast host of Heart of the Story, where she shares stories from the heart as well as interviews with today’s most impactful female creatives. Pulling from her vast experience as a writing, meditation, and yoga nidra instructor, Nadine leads women’s workshops and retreats online and around the U.S.Nadine has helped writers in her community develop and publish countless books and hundreds of pieces in places like The New York Times, Vogue, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Longreads, and more. Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone Favorite Conversation of the Year131 Mae YoshikawaFavorite Solo Episode:132 How to Stop Second Guessing: The Rubik's Cube Runner’s Up in the Solo Ep Category:127 Power of Simplicity during Overwhelming Times118 Anti-striving129 On turning 40 and not having it all figured outUnderstanding ourselves:104 Susan Piver How to be our own best advocates130 Hillary Alberta Sheerer Friendship Breakups134 Laura TremaineFinancial Wellness:123 Kimberlee Davis Decluttering:135 Millennial minimalists Career: 110 Anupy Singla 117 Nisha Melvani Guest appearancesIn 2023, Nadine was a guest on:139 Millennial Minimalists 126 And So she Left 124 Living Centered