Hi, I'm Lisa.
I write stories, I craft mindful messages, and I share life’s creative
lessons in a newsletter.
Here you can read some writing I’m proud of
and learn how to work with me.
Influencing actions through stories
I write content that affects the way people think, feel and act. From magazine articles and corporate intranet posts, to RFP submissions and consulting reports, I help clients communicate with care.
Alumni profiles
I wrote profiles of some former Bialik Hebrew Day School students to showcase the unique paths available through the positive educational and cultural foundation provided by this independent school in Toronto.
Consumer blogs
After reading an advance copy of The Power of Pressure, I interviewed author Dane Jensen about the tips he shares in the book and how they might be used by investors. This post is on RBC's Inspired Investor site geared towards self-directed investors.
Inspiring creativity through life's lessons
I share my unique take on life, writing essays and letters that help connect us through our shared imperfections. Expect to read how I incorporate yoga and mindfulness practices to support my creativity, about my puppy, and whatever crafty project I have on the go. Below are some archives. Current writing is shared in my newsletter. You can subscribe here.
The animal inside me
Hint: it has a thick, ever-changing skin I’ve been reading the short story collection by Rachel Rose that’s quite rightly longlisted for this year’s Giller
Mucking around and coming clean
Moving past a fear of failure Have you ever avoided trying something new or different, something unknown, to protect yourself from the possibility of failure?
Three tools that fire my creativity
Self-care supports your brain for idea generation In the last couple of years I’ve made a concerted effort to treat my creative life the same
What to expect at an all levels yoga class
Here’s what you need to know before unrolling your mat Many public yoga classes are geared towards a broad population, from beginners, to decades-long practitioners.
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