Hello Everyone! I’m Susan: a Writer, Speaker, Coach and Creator.
Creativity and I have been friends since I was a kid. I was always involved in a creative project…from putting together neighborhood skits and plays, writing stories, dance, theater. I loved to play with my creative side from painting, photography, to writing and art journaling. In exploring a variety of artistic expressions, I learned to see different perspectives of being in the world. As I have become older, I see creativity exists in everything we do.
My coaching experience:
I started Coaching by accident. I was talking to a friend who was stuck creatively, and soon…I was coaching her. Then she referred me to someone else…(so on and so on)
Coaching others inspires me.
I get energized working with people who want to explore, expand, and get to know their creative selves better. It is exciting to walk with someone on their journey from “I am not creative” to their realization “I am creative!”
Your creative power is a key to making great changes in your personal and professional life
My speaking experience:
Being a member of the debate team taught me how to listen to others point of view, construct cohesive on-the-spot counter points,and develop clear, logical arguments.
Theater involvement encompassed stage roles and behind the scenes such as Stage Manage and Asssitant Director, and even co-author.
I was active in Students Reaching Out as a Teacher, as well as a student trainer.
In previous employment, I lead parenting and art presentations to patients.
Toastmasters! Being involved in this public speaking program has not only improved my speaking and presenting, but I have increased my leadership skills.
My expereince with the Rising Star Speaker Series began as a speaker but I have also become involved as a Host and MC.
My writing experience:
At 18, I wrote and directed a play. In College, I co-wrote a play for 4 people for a live performance.
I am a blogger, having run this blog since 2013, and for a short time, 2 other blogs.
As an active member of the Lost Coast Writers Community(Retreat), I have written poetry, short stories, and in the process of a novel.
I have had poems published in a couple of university poetry anthologies.
I wrote poetry for INFJ Refuge Facebook page for a couple of years.
When I started on this journey with The Creating Room, I had three kids at home and a full time job. It wasn’t easy. I have had my struggles with time, family commitments, girl scouts and all the stuff that clutters up life but creativity is resilient. It stays with us through our turmoil until we can figure what works for each of us.
Our creative spirit is a living, breathing part of ourselves. As a coach, my goal is to help you find the key to caring and nurturing your creativity. Our creative selves can be a best friend, a resourceful tool when we need it, and a wonderful form of expression.
The Creating Room is a room for you to be inspired, grow in your creativity, and improve your life. Creativity is more than the arts. It’s in everything: math, science, intuitive expression, cooking, crafting… Creativity is possibility itself. The magic is in discovering what inspires YOUR creativity.
Some Fun Facts About Me!
*My Nerd Hat: Lord of the Rings, Once upon a Time, Supernatural, Big Bang Theory, Hunger Games, Star Trek, Star Wars, Marvel… I, also, read old(original fairy tales), like looking up the origins of old folk songs, and research mythology for fun.
*I am avid Reader. I love to learn and do most of it through books.
*I write poetry, fiction, children’s stories, and love creating inspirational messages to go with my photos.
*I have three kids; 2 adults and one Teen boy determined to eat anything not nailed down.
*Books and Office supplies Addiction. If you want to find a way to my heart, bring me books, pens, notebook paper, journals, highlighters…
*I worked with kids in varying positions for over 20 years. The last 10 years in my “child care career” was working at a recovery program for women. I didn’t just work with the children, I mentored, coached, taught creative classes and cooking. I learned so much about strength and perseverance from having known every one of the women that came through our doors.
*I LOVE the beach. My goal is to find my way up the Northern CA coast, with redwoods and ocean nearby. On the other hand, I LOVE Pismo Beach, near Central CA…maybe I could be coaxed into playing at beaches further south. As long as the ocean is at my doorstep!
Disclaimer: All pictures and poetry posted here belong to me. The photos posted have been taken by me and the poetry has been written by me. If I decide to use other’s work, I will list the proper credit. Also, do not use my photo’s or poems without permission. Thank you.
Let's Talk!
Send me a message! Let’s see how I can support you in achieving your goals.
