Episode 2 – Prompt: Waking Up

This episode features three original short pieces — all sparked by the same prompt: Waking Up.

Each writer began with a 4-minute quick-write, then had three days to shape it into a 600-word story. What emerged are powerful, deeply human stories of courage, resilience, and awakening.

Featuring:

• Marcie Harrison — retired journalist and memoirist

• Alicia Taylor — poet and storyteller from Winnipeg

• Josie Marques — newly retired writer exploring personal storytelling

Chapters
00:00 – Introduction: How quick writes grow into stories
02:00 – “Waking Up” by Marcie Harrison
08:15 – “Awaken Spirit, Awaken” by Alicia Taylor
14:20 – “Waking Up” by Josie Marques
21:00 – Reflections on sharing personal stories

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You can read the quick writes that inspired these stories in the Write Things Newsletter – Sept 11, 2025 edition:
👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog/september-11-2025

Want more? You’ll also get access to all past issues of the newsletter — each packed with fresh prompts and tools to keep you writing:
👉 https://www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog

Welcome to the very first episode of the Write Things Podcast, where stories begin with a spark — and writers grow through the telling.

Today’s episode features three powerful pieces born from a simple prompt: Upside Down. What starts as a 4-minute quick-write unfolds into surprising, human, and deeply resonant stories.

Whether you're here to hear what's possible from a short prompt or you're seeking inspiration for your own writing practice, you're in the right place. This podcast blends honest storytelling with real talk on mindset, creativity, and what it means to keep showing up for your words.

Featuring:
– Dr. Christine Churchill
– Michelle Ramseth – @michelleramseth | michelleramseth.com
– Denis Fortier– ddoc17.substack.com

The podcast gives you stories. The newsletter gives you the tools—free prompts, writing tips, and behind-the-scenes on every piece: 👉 www.ihelpyouwritethings.com/blog