I just got off the phone with my publisher. The cover is done. Typesetting is about to begin. The Heart Writing Handbook is finally, officially, becoming real.
But it didn’t happen the way I imagined.
In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of what it really looks like to birth a book – the mess, the magic, and the moments of surrender. I share how the final stages of this publishing journey have asked me to let go of control and trust something far bigger than myself.
From the early days of writing a short story for The Kind Press, to manifesting a unique publishing deal, this episode is a raw, heart-led reflection on the creative process, how it breaks us open, and how it rebuilds us into who we’re becoming.
I also talk about heart-brain intelligence – and share how this wisdom is not just theory, but something I’m living every day right now.
We’ll talk about:
• the hidden realities of the publishing process
• why things started flowing with ease when I stopped forcing
• the magic of independent, heart-centred publishing
• how this book is intimately tied to my next one
• and the quiet, obsessive, introverted season I’ve just emerged from
Whether you’re dreaming of writing your own book, or you're walking through a season of trust and becoming – I hope this story lands in your heart.
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#18 – Power in the Unsaid: Creating Literary Breathing Spaces
True authenticity begins with embracing imperfection. Silence can sometimes be the loudest form of communication. And great writing often leaves room for the reader’s own experience to breathe.
In a world obsessed with polish and perfection, what if the most compelling thing a writer – or a creator of any kind – can do is to let the audience feel the realness? That means leaving in the pauses, the breaths, the unedited moments that carry human weight. A truly authentic writer doesn't try to control every detail but instead allows the work to exist with all its natural textures – just like a great conversation or an unfiltered moment in real life.
Literary theory teaches us that meaning isn’t just created by what’s on the page, but also by what isn’t. A writer offers the words, but the reader brings their own memories, ideas, and even the wisdom of their ancestors. That’s the beauty of storytelling: it continues to evolve beyond the writer’s control.
So, as writers, can we let go of our need to dictate meaning? Can we create space for readers to breathe inside our words? And can we trust that the pauses are just as necessary in our quest towards authenticity, as the words themselves?
The real magic happens when you stop forcing it and start allowing your true voice to emerge, just as naturally as a breath. And that's when you're more likely to resonate and touch hearts.
So, here’s the question for you: What would happen if you let yourself write without trying to please, without trying to be perfect? What if you trusted the pauses, the silences, and the spaces between the words?
That’s where your most powerful voice begins.
Let me know your thoughts on @heartwriting.com.au, and share your authentic writing (that was the result of this podcast) on the HeartWriting Community Group!
With love,
Rose
P.S. The HeartWriting Handbook is coming to you just after Easter! Keep an eye out for the big cover reveal. 💫
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#17 – Shamanic Truth-Writing: A Plant Medicine Journey
What if writing wasn’t just about words on a page, but a portal to your deepest truths? In this episode of The HeartWriting Podcast, we explore the profound connection between storytelling, deep listening, and spiritual healing. I share my journey with plant medicine, truth, and the process of unearthing the authentic voice within.
Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a seeker, or someone yearning to express yourself more deeply, this episode will invite you to surrender, trust, and tap into the wisdom that already lives within you.
Share this podcast with someone you can trial a 'heart circle' with, and tell us your experience on Instagram @heartwriting.com.au!
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#16 – The Heart Circle (and its role in a writing class)
Writing starts with deep listening from the heart. We practise this in 'The Heart Circle'.
Whether you’re an aspiring writer, a seeker, or someone yearning to express yourself more deeply, this episode will invite you to surrender, trust, and tap into the wisdom that already lives within you.
Share this podcast with someone you can trial a 'heart circle' with, and tell us your experience on Instagram @heartwriting.com.au!
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#15 – The Alchemy of Resistance
Let’s explore RESISTANCE today. A powerful topic for writers. Please let me know your experience, share with a friend, and email me if you have any questions on [email protected] 🤍✨
Watch the full video on Instagram on TikTok. And don't miss out on the free HeartWriting Taster Pack and Summer Writing Class: https://heartwriting.kartra.com/page/tasterpack
With love, Rose from HeartWriting ✍️✨
Gabor Mate on Authenticity:
“The elemental root of authenticity is the Greek (eaftós) or Self, closely related to Author and Authority. To be authentic is to be true to a sense of self arising from one’s own unique and genuine essence.” — The Myth of Normal
Are you ready for your sacred creative awakening? I‘m Rose, a published writer, teacher, and editor who has peered beyond the mechanics of writing into all things spiritual, conscious and creative. I‘ve developed a unique method called HeartWriting, where we venture into the creative heart, inhabiting those sacred spaces where words flow like magic.
On the podcast, we dive into creative meditations and heart-centred practices designed to enhance your writing. Get ready to experience the fascinating worlds of art psychology, spirituality, and the role of the brainwaves. We explore the meaning of being a writer, and what it takes to be a conscious, sustainable creative in today‘s society. Most importantly, I’ll show you the way to your heart – the most important creative compass you have.
Inspired by advanced writing studies and my experiences as a teacher, published writer, meditation facilitator and magazine editor, my writing tips are designed to quell your creative fears and bring you back to your authentic, heart-centred calling. Read more about my workshops and offerings on www.heartwriting.com.au, follow me on @heartwriting.com.au or join the HeartWriting Facebook group and connect with your dream creative tribe.
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