Writing Through Seasons
There are seasons in life when the words come easily. Inspiration flows like a river, and the time and space to write feel abundant. And then there are seasons like the one I am in now.
A newborn in the house. Postpartum healing. Emotions that rise without warning. A mind that is both full and foggy. And yet, I still feel the pull to write. Not because I have all the right words, but because writing helps me find them.
I used to think that in order to write well, I needed quiet mornings, a cozy space, and uninterrupted hours. That might be ideal, but it is not real life right now. Real life looks like jotting down a sentence between feedings, capturing a thought on my phone while rocking my daughter to sleep, or praying for clarity while washing bottles.
And that is okay. Writing does not have to be polished or perfect to be purposeful. It can grow through every season, even the messy, the quiet, the transitional.
Some seasons bring productivity. Others bring processing. Some call for sharing. Others ask us to pause and listen. I am learning that each one matters. Every season, whether blooming or bare, offers something valuable to our writing life if we are willing to meet it where it is.
Right now, I write with less rhythm and more surrender. I show up with what I have, trusting that it is enough. I write so I can breathe a little deeper, so I can remember what matters, and so I can keep track of the ways God is moving, even when I am tired, stretched, and unsure.
A Note For You
If you are in a season where the words feel slow or scattered, take heart. You are still a writer. You do not have to force your creativity into a routine that does not fit your current reality. You simply need to give yourself permission to show up imperfectly, honestly, and in your own time.
Season Check-In for Your Writing Life
Take a few minutes to ask yourself:
What season am I in emotionally, spiritually, and physically?
What does writing look like in this season, not ideally, but realistically?
What small rhythm or habit could help me stay connected to my creative voice without pressure?
Write your answers down and let them guide your expectations this month.