Lori's Blog on Books, Writing, and Creativity

Enjoy these articles on my books, writing in general, and the even broader topic of creativity. Although most have been written by me, I invite guests to contribute, too.

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Sore Shoulders, Motivation, and Writing

Lori Wolf-Heffner | June 10, 2017
Physiotherapy consists of usually gentle but difficult exercises to help heal a physical injury. Weightlifting consists of generally harsh but usually easy exercises to help build muscle. And they should…

What’s the Point of the Arts?

Lori Wolf-Heffner | May 20, 2017
I do believe the arts are a spiritual endeavour, one that’s not always easily put into words. But when I read about cuts to the arts in schools, or run…

We are Creative Adults: Age is Irrelevant

Lori Wolf-Heffner | May 12, 2017
This week’s post is short, because the week has been full of celebrations, and they’re going to continue into the weekend. Our culture values youth, and I think it’s a…

Writing With Young Kids in the Home

Lori Wolf-Heffner | April 29, 2017
Trying to write with little humans traipsing around your home and causing havoc can be challenging to say the least. They drool everywhere, put everything in their mouths, drag their…

Foreheads, Grade 10, and Stories

Lori Wolf-Heffner | April 8, 2017
If there’s one thing I’d wish I’d done more of, it’s pay attention in English class, specifically grade 10 English class. That’s when we studied Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology…

The National Ballet of Canada Breaks With Convention

Lori Wolf-Heffner | March 25, 2017
The hardest part about creating art is knowing when to break with convention. When I read experienced writers’ and editors’ blogs, they invariably talk about writers who sacrifice good writing…

Vivian Hicks Doesn’t Let Bullying Ruin Her Dreams

Lori Wolf-Heffner | March 11, 2017
My first assignment for just dance! magazine this year was to interview a 13-year-old phenom, Vivian Hicks. This young woman has accomplished a lot: Not only is she a Mini-Pop,…

Keep Your Online Presence Simple

Lori Wolf-Heffner | March 4, 2017
The downside to being creative is that your creativity can show up when it’s perhaps not as beneficial to your day-to-day running. In my case, it happened with my online…

Evelyn Hart in “Love, Sex & Brahms” by James Kudelka

Lori Wolf-Heffner | February 25, 2017
Evelyn Hart performs in new James Kudelka show.

A Different Way to Listen

Lori Wolf-Heffner | February 18, 2017
I’m going to introduce you to a man you have probably never heard of. His name is Joseph Schaeffer. He’s a mediator and educator. If you’ve been around long enough,…

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