Lindsey Weishar
Lindsey Weishar is a twenty-something who enjoys traveling, exploring the origins of words, and reading. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing, and is happiest when writing poetry and sipping earl grey.
How to Maintain Intentional Community with Family When You Live Away
Keeping those relationships close
The Power of Making Traditions in Everyday Life
Traditions in ordinary life can cultivate community and underscore special moments.
Lessons Learned from Being Steeped in the World of Tea
Valuable knowledge and experience gained while volunteering at a tea festival
What Russian Novels Taught Me about Tending to My Inner Life
These famously long novels can teach us that personal growth takes time
What a Film About Cats Taught Me about Growing in Community
"Kedi" reminds us that we can always positively impact the space around us.
Practicing Gratitude during Challenging Seasons of Life
"Gratitude" is more than just a trite buzzword.
What Anne Shirley Taught Me about Navigating Romantic Relationships
The red-headed heroine has a lot to teach when it comes to love.
Lessons from Literary Heroines: Alexandra Bergson in 'O Pioneers!'
What I learned from Willa Cather's Alexandra Bergson about resilience.
Rethinking Our Media Consumption and Eliminating Sexual Harassment
Let's dig deeper to change our culture for good.
What a Holocaust Victim Taught Me About Cultivating Inner Strength
Changing the world begins in ourselves.
How These 5 Contemporary Women Poets Have Changed the Way I Look at Everyday Life
National Poetry Month is your chance to give these a read.
What Jane Austen’s ‘Sense and Sensibility’ Taught Me About Emotional Balance
Leave it to Jane to bring us clarity.
What We Can Learn from Emily Dickinson About Appreciating the Little Things
This poet inspires me to slow down and see the world in a new light.
The Heroine of A Wrinkle in Time Is About to Become Your New Favorite Leading Lady
This famous novel is being made into a movie, and we can’t wait to see its feisty heroine on the big screen.
What Anne Shirley Taught Me About Having a Strong Character and Romantic Spirit
The heroine in Anne of Green Gables is a true role model.