Episode 11 Liminal Writing: Inspired by a line from Georgia O'Keefe about being terrified…

Content Warning: This episode discusses sexual assault and child sexual abuse.

In this episode of Liminal Writing, hosts Ces and Lee engage in a 10-minute freewriting exercise based on a quote by artist Georgia O'Keefe: 'I've been absolutely terrified every moment of my life, and I've never let it keep me from doing a single thing I wanted to do.”

They reflect on their personal experiences of fear and courage. Ces discusses overcoming sexual abuse as a child, and adult fears, drawing on personal anecdotes of trauma and resilience. Lee describes the terror of stepping on stage.

The conversation touches on the theme of finding and creating safe spaces, both physically and mentally, and the ongoing journey of self-awareness and healing. Ces and Lee invite listeners to try their own freewriting exercises to explore and process their own experiences.

00:33 Today's Trigger Line: Georgia O'Keefe's Wisdom

01:00 Ces' Reflection on Terror and Bravery

03:48 Lee's Perspective on Stage Fright

06:50 Discussion on Childhood Trauma and Coping Mechanisms

09:41 Finding and Creating Safe Spaces

13:16 Encouragement to Try Liminal Writing

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In this episode of Liminal Writing, Lee and Ces explore the interconnected themes of home, freedom, and immense possibilities.

Through heartfelt storytelling, they reflect on how their first independent spaces became sanctuaries for healing, growth, and self-discovery.

Ces shares memories of finding freedom and contentment in simplicity, while Lee describes the empowerment and new beginnings found in his lakeside home.

Together, they discuss the emotional significance of having a space to call one’s own and invite listeners to reflect on their own journeys of independence.

• 0:00 — Introduction to Liminal Writing and today’s prompt
• 0:44 — Ces’ story: Escaping, healing, and finding freedom
• 2:20 — Lee’s story: A lakeside home and true independence
• 3:29 — Comparing experiences: Similarities and differences
• 5:30 — Clean slate: New beginnings and open possibilities
• 5:46 — Sensory memories: Food, place, and nostalgia
• 6:10 — The value of choice and agency in your own space
• 8:24 — Invitation to listeners
• 8:58 — Closing and goodbyes

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Episode 9 - "Learn to Question Your Thoughts"

Welcome to another episode of Liminal Writing with Ces and Lee! In this session, they explore a contemplative line by Stella Ekaputri, "Learn to question your thoughts. Our thoughts aren't the true reflection of reality."

Join them as they discuss the power of questioning our own thinking.

Key Points:

• Our thoughts are shaped by internal beliefs, fears, and past experiences. They do not always reflect the true nature of reality.
• Regularly questioning your thoughts can help you distinguish between what is real and what is a projection of your anxieties or insecurities.
• Self-reflection and questioning our own thoughts can be difficult, especially when dealing with negative or ruminative thinking, but can lead to greater self-understanding.
• Becoming aware of your thought patterns is the first step toward changing them and finding more peace and clarity.

00:00 – Welcome and intro into the Liminal Writing process

01:15 – Ces' piece discusses personal experiences with questioning thoughts and its impact on creativity and daily life.

02:54 – Lee shares a poetic take on the prompt, exploring the battle between thoughts and reality.

03:30 – Ces and Lee discuss how thoughts are shaped by beliefs, fears, and past experiences, and the importance of questioning them.

08:28 - An invitation to listeners to try their hand at writing based on this episode’s trigger phrase.

08:38 – Thank you and wrap up

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe and join us next time for more creative prompts and mindful writing.

Hosts: Ces Millado & Lee Moran

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