have you watched this yet?

I'm preparing for a 3-night solo retreat, my annual tradition to reset—spiritually, emotionally and creatively) after a full summer.

But before I leave, I wanted to drop this in your inbox.

It's a video I recorded on one of the questions I hear most from writers: Am I really called to write? Or is this just me?

If you've ever felt a quiet nudge you can't quite explain, this is for you.

​Watch: 4 Ways to Discern If God Is Calling You to Write →​

It's worth every minute.

Stay curious and keep writing,
Deanne

P.S. Hit reply and tell me — do you ever doubt your calling? I read every response.

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