Magic in the Ordinary

3 Reasons People Still Read Jane Austen

Her characters
Her humor
Her elegance
What are you thoughts? Why do people still love her books so much?
Thanks so much for listening!

What I Learned Sewing My Pillow

I’ve been trying to see a massive pillow shaped like a succulent plant. Check out @JacquelineRoseGold on insta for updates!
But sewing all these leaves by hand has taught me some valuable life lessons, and I thought I would share those lessons with you!
Have you done any sewing projects? If so, what did they teach you? Lemme know in the comments/or message me on insta.
Thanks so much for stopping by!

Low Tox Living with Izabella Maxwell

What is low tox living? Why is it so important? How can we take small steps towards this? 
I loved talking with Izabella Maxwell about these topics. You can find more information, lifestyle tips, and hair care tips on her insta: @grounded.in.home 
We also discussed how to chase our dreams while remaining in the present moment. We talked about the beauty of achieving dreams slowly - growing at every moment during the process and never taking things for granted. 
 
Thanks so much for listening! I hope you enjoyed this episode. Leave a comment or send me a message on insta: @jacquelinerosegold
 
 

TRUTH is bigger than facts- Changing Who We Are Through Stories

Today I talked with Maddie (@Love_ofliterature) about how stories can change how we are! 
I absolutely loved Maddie's perspectives on how stories can shape our imagination for better or worse, how heroes teach us to become more, and why Classics are so very important to read! 
I found Maddie on instagram, and instantly felt like I had found a kindred spirit who loved reading great books and living deeply, not just on the surface. Definitely check out her account filled for book reviews and calming reels: @love_ofliterature AND look for her book coming out soon: enroutebooksandmedia.com . And for more great thoughts on literature and life check out her substack: https://substack.com/@maddiedobrowski 
Please feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments section OR slip into our DM's and share some of your favorite books with us (we are both interested in finding modern books that have the same deep, quality writing as the classics). 
My insta: @JacquelineRoseGold
My substack: https://jacquelinelucca.substack.com
If you have a student interseted in composition or literature courses: 
https://www.adventuresinexcellence.com
 
Thanks so much for listening in and joining the conversation about beauty and magic in ordinary life!
 

From Digital to More Tangible

How can we be more connected to the world around us? How can we be immersed in it more tangibly in a world that is quickly going more digital and virtual?
1. Read hard copies of books
2. Go on hikes
3. Journal (in paper journals)
4. Take photos (and print the pictures)
5. Handwrite story drafts
6. Stare
7. Do crafts and play
What would you add to this list?
I’d love to hear from you in the comments or send me a message on insta @jacquelinerosegold
Thanks for listening! Till next time!

Little Choices With Big Impacts - Advice For Managing Mental Health (with an Occupation Therapy Assistant)

What little choices can we make to drastically improve mental health?
Today’s episode is with an occupational therapy assistant and a lovely person - my sister! She has some really cool insights into living a holistic life and how to bring some magic (aka calm) and relaxation into a busy schedule:)
Finch for iPhones: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/finch-self-care-pet/id1528595748
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.finch.finch
Let us know what you think in the comments!

You Can Draw - Talking With Illustrator Bernadette Lamb

Illustrator, author, and lightkeeper Bernadette Lamb draws back the curtain into what it is like being an illustrator in this conversation! 
Some of my favorite quotes were: 
"How can we be hospitable through our work?"
"Let's accept what is good and beautiful in what we do instead of always chasing what others do." 
"Make a mess." 
Not only did I learn a lot from this conversation, it was also so incredibly life-giving laughing and so encouraging disucssing craft. 
 
We'd love to hear from you! Comment what your favorite part was or feel free to reach out and message us: 
 
Bernadette's Insta: @TheJoyfulBear
Her website: https://bernadettelamb.com
Jacqueline's Insta: @JacquelineRoseGold
 
 

Why You Need to Write your Novel 2023

So many people have told me that they want to write a novel but they are worried that they don't feel like the world needs another book or don't have the skills or don't feel comfortable sharing it. Today, I want to sit down and chat about why you need to write your story this year. The world needs your story!
 
Happy Writing!

Romeo and Juliet: Why Does This Story Still Matter ＜3

Catherine and Mary Agnes are back! And today we are talking about the iconic love story and tragedy - Romeo and Juliet. 
 
First, we give a synopsis of R+J to help everyone brush up on the play and dream about who we would cast if we could direct this. 
 
Then we dig deep and discuss why it matters, why it still resonates with people, why people still read this repeatedly today! 
 
What are you thoughts? Share them in the comments or slide into our DM's; we'd love to hear from you!
@melody.golightly
@m.a.ratellewrites
@jacquelinerosegold
 

How to Enjoy Classics (from a literature teacher’s perspective)

My job as a literature teacher is to help people not just LEARN from these books but also ENJOY the adventure.
If you are HUMAN, you have a right to explore the human experience through classical literature.
Classics: well-written books that have withstood the rest of time and capture something IMPORTANT about the human condition.
But it’s not always easy to read old books so here are five tips:
1. Pick a fun one.
There’s a wide variety of classics out there - pick one that fits your vibe.
2. Be patient.
In a world filled with pinging notifications, loud commercial, and adrenaline packed stories, classics can feel slow. Why read a book that feels a little tedious at first? Because it will have greater pay off than the other stories and will be more life changing due to the richness of the story and the way helps bring more space for calm in your life.
3. Get to know characters and setting.
Enjoy getting a close up into a new world, time, and place! Have fun exploring the similarities and differences between your world and the story world. Enjoy getting to know the characters and don’t put pressure on yourself to know them all.
4. Ask questions. What drives the characters? What do they want? What does this book claim about humanity? What does it say it means to live a good life? Do you agree with it? We are all bringing memories, sounds, joys, personalities with us when we read a book; asking questions can help us unpack our own perspectives as well as the deeper meanings in a book.
5. Make it a dialogue.
What do you think of this story? Maybe write a journal entry or blog post about it. Talk to someone else who has read the book (dm me @JacquelineRoseGold ). Don’t “leave it to the experts.” We are talking about a look at humanity! If you are human, you have a place in this conversation and your voice and opinion matters!
Sometimes people treat classics like an advanced level of sorcery as if you need a degree or historical background to learn how to get all the good lessons and enjoy the same words that people been enjoying for centuries.
Nope. All you need is a little bit of patience and a bit of humanity in order to unlock the adventure.
Happy Reading, Friends!