Last week was a huge landmark for What a Woman is Worth: After almost a year and a half of hard work and avoidance, of tears and triumph, I sent in the manuscript to the publisher. I ended up writing more of my own life story than I ever imagined I would, which made it far more difficult than I anticipated, but now that it’s done, I find enormous relief in having spoken.
There is something powerful about voice, about speaking, about opening up yourself in a way that you might really be heard. So today’s theme is “speak,” and whether you’re a writer or not, I’d encourage you to find the ways you need to do that– and do it.
Listen:
(I have no idea why Spotify lists the Noah Gundersen song as “Garden”– it’s actually “Honest Songs.”)
Let me know:
What are your favorite “speak” songs?
Exactly this. Speaking because in not doing so, we die a little bit every time we hold back.
Yes, there is something life-giving about letting out your truth. xo
Congrats on the manuscript. And thanks for the songlist. Been listening to The Civil Wars for the past half hour. Love it.
Thanks, man! Good to hear from you. Glad you’re enjoying the music!
I am beyond words proud of you, friend. I can’t wait to hold the final product in my hands.
Thank you, thank you. xoxo
Tamara, love the theme for this mix!
Thanks. I’m happy you’ve been enjoying these, Margaret!
Tamara – you ROCK! I am proud of you, relieved for you, grateful to you. Thank you, thank you, for doing the hard work that this project required of you. I can hardly wait to see it, hold it, read it, pray over it, give it away. Lovely, lovely.
Thanks so much, Diana. Your support has always meant a little extra something to me.
Hooray that your labor of love (and pain and grief, release and redemption) is done! I am so proud of you, and look forward to reading and to sharing with others what I know will be a magnificent work of art.
Thank you, Mom. xo
I believe this is part of a confirmation I asked God for this morning in prayer! thanks for sharing! My voice is my gift and I will use it to do what God is calling me to do! Congrats on all your endeavors!
So awesome.
Love the Civil Wars.
And congrats, my friend. On the book, on speaking, on cheap wine too.
This is so powerful at the moment – release in the speak. Fine tension between speaking too much and not at all. So looking forward to reading this book – your courage needs a 21 Gun Salute.
Favourite speak songs:
The Real Group – “Words” (incredible mental a capella)
The Chariot – “Speak”
Relient K – “Come right out and say it”
Confide – “Real Life” (for if you want some hardcore jams)
This song definitely goes on my list of all-time favorites.
It doesn’t necessarily relate to speaking out but it addresses words and making decisions.
Jill Andrews “These Words” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gR0UmMAhMCw
I have to credit Chris for introducing me to this song…and it always reminds me of your blog because it is called “Out Loud”!
Eeek! Sorry that video above has such a creepy still shot. Feel free to delete (I would but I just don’t know how). I haven’t actually watched the video and I have no idea what that photo could have to do with the song!
You are amazing – I can’t help thinking of the post you did some time ago “Permission to Speak” – I loved that one. I can’t wait to see the finished product and your gifted words sprinkled and poured throughout! Thank you.
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