Welcome to the monthly digest of The Weekly Wordsmith, where I share emerging insights, recent interviews, and ideas shaping my work behind the scenes.
And I've got my eyeballs on these patterns: 👀
A pull toward analog, IRL spaces to balance digital fatigue with deep connection
The tension of remaining sensitive to collective crises while selling your services because...your student loans aren't going anywhere
A pause after a “spaghetti year” of experimentation, turning toward fewer offers with a solid ROI and protection of creative energy
Clients ready to buy and engage, but with a higher bar for trust and right-fit.
Curious about my take? Scroll down for details.
WHY IRL COMMUNITY STILL MATTERS
The Power of Local Events & Low-Key Networking in 2026
You don’t have to be an extrovert to host events. (I promise.)
In my latest interview with Amelia Hruby of Off The Grid, we dive into the story behind Therapist Chillout, a low-key networking series I’ve been hosting since 2023, and how to make in-person events work for you and your business.
Tune in to learn all about:
Why I decided to host in-person events & how I picked my first venues
Why relationships are the only timeless marketing “strategy”
How to tend to yourself while hosting events (acoustic matter)
Different types of events to host depending on your personality
I'm sharing my latest interview as a recurring guest on Your Creative & Magical Life Podcast with Cecily Sailer.
In this episode, we weigh AI’s promise against its costs through a creative, mystical lens,stepping into the messy, practical reality of how we actually use AI.
We look at the shaky economics behind the AI industry, the push to automate labor, and the imperative to use AI everywhere and expand its relevance. As writers and readers, we also name why AI copy often feels hollow, and human words carry a warmth that can’t be faked.
We also pulled cards to reveal what to expect from AI in 2026. We were surprised by what turned up!
How To Better Manage Your Creative Energy with Human Design
Your creativity is a pulse, not a product. It’s a living, breathing rhythm that moves through you in waves, bursts, and cycles.
The question is: how do you honor that rhythm in a way that keeps the lights on in your business and doesn't make your brain feel like a shriveled raisin at the end of the day?
One answer lies in Human Design. In my latest blog series, I invite you to rethink how you approach your creative output and how you can work with your design to bring more flow to your process.