Rusti L Lehay
@rustilehay.bsky.social
Book and Writing Journey Coach, Online Writing Event Leader, Next Memoir Cohort in January. Find your big A.H.A. moment. The big cahuni of inciting events that create your Amazing Hook Attention-grabber with a universal AHA epiphany for the readers.
I must be organized to know exactly when each course I offer is happening. It is so much fun offering Radiant Rewriters, Writers Workout Wednesdays, Maintaining Memoir Momentum, The Submission Circle, Pomodoro Day, Writers' Lounges, STAY-Treats, and the Monday Writing Room...
January 27, 2026 at 3:33 PM
I must be organized to know exactly when each course I offer is happening. It is so much fun offering Radiant Rewriters, Writers Workout Wednesdays, Maintaining Memoir Momentum, The Submission Circle, Pomodoro Day, Writers' Lounges, STAY-Treats, and the Monday Writing Room...
Asking yourself what drives you to write may reveal a completely different answer than Natalie Goldberg. It may light your fire to a brighter hue, it may reinvigorate you or solve mysteries or lead you into a new story. Where does the question take you?
January 26, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Asking yourself what drives you to write may reveal a completely different answer than Natalie Goldberg. It may light your fire to a brighter hue, it may reinvigorate you or solve mysteries or lead you into a new story. Where does the question take you?
I didn't know all these facts. What I do know is that I would listen to anyone who can recite his poetry in a Scottish accent. Haggis? I will leave that one alone. I loved walking in Scotland, just listening to people talk.
January 25, 2026 at 3:33 PM
I didn't know all these facts. What I do know is that I would listen to anyone who can recite his poetry in a Scottish accent. Haggis? I will leave that one alone. I loved walking in Scotland, just listening to people talk.
Quotes. You can rightfully accuse me of being obsessed with quotes that make me think. Where does this one take you on the page? Great memoir topics and themes might be found in this quote from William Blake.
January 24, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Quotes. You can rightfully accuse me of being obsessed with quotes that make me think. Where does this one take you on the page? Great memoir topics and themes might be found in this quote from William Blake.
Another quote to ponder. What might you change in your day-to-day doings that can lead to a big change in your life that you talk about wanting? I know I need to spend some time meditating on this thought.
January 23, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Another quote to ponder. What might you change in your day-to-day doings that can lead to a big change in your life that you talk about wanting? I know I need to spend some time meditating on this thought.
I've always strived to know my librarians by name. I haven't been to my library recently. My sister, who reads a book a day, has been passing on all her books, & I have more than enough to read. I confess, I've even indulged in reading during the daytime. What a guilty pleasure.
January 22, 2026 at 3:33 PM
I've always strived to know my librarians by name. I haven't been to my library recently. My sister, who reads a book a day, has been passing on all her books, & I have more than enough to read. I confess, I've even indulged in reading during the daytime. What a guilty pleasure.
When have you been most in the flow? What jazzes you up so much that time feels simultaneously liquid and stationary so that you are shocked when you look at the time? Steven Kotler refers to it as the flow effect. His book, "Stealing Fire," intrigues me most just by the title.
January 21, 2026 at 3:33 PM
When have you been most in the flow? What jazzes you up so much that time feels simultaneously liquid and stationary so that you are shocked when you look at the time? Steven Kotler refers to it as the flow effect. His book, "Stealing Fire," intrigues me most just by the title.
It's my absolute pleasure to invite Angela Legh, award-winning young adult author, to speak at the upcoming STAY-Treat in February. How perfect for Valentine's Day to speak about bringing emotion into your stories and writing. www.rustilehay.info/events
January 20, 2026 at 3:33 PM
It's my absolute pleasure to invite Angela Legh, award-winning young adult author, to speak at the upcoming STAY-Treat in February. How perfect for Valentine's Day to speak about bringing emotion into your stories and writing. www.rustilehay.info/events
“Memoirists write memoirs because they're invested in truth. They are excavating their lived experiences, bleeding on the page, and exposing their lived experience for future readers.” Brooke Warner
January 19, 2026 at 3:33 PM
“Memoirists write memoirs because they're invested in truth. They are excavating their lived experiences, bleeding on the page, and exposing their lived experience for future readers.” Brooke Warner
Knowing just the right feeling word and using several synonyms for that feeling can do the work of several therapy sessions. A feeling must be felt for at least 90 seconds before it can settle in the body, leading to later discomfort. Writing is healing. Do you agree?
January 18, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Knowing just the right feeling word and using several synonyms for that feeling can do the work of several therapy sessions. A feeling must be felt for at least 90 seconds before it can settle in the body, leading to later discomfort. Writing is healing. Do you agree?
I'm constantly told how healing it is to share in our writing groups. Find Dr. Sarah Jefferis and her Ted Talk. Brilliant.
January 17, 2026 at 3:33 PM
I'm constantly told how healing it is to share in our writing groups. Find Dr. Sarah Jefferis and her Ted Talk. Brilliant.
Kenna and her writing group came to the Memoir Master Class last year. There is still time to register for tomorrow's Memoir Masterclass. January 17th. DM me if you are interested. This might be the last time I offer one. Not sure yet.
January 16, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Kenna and her writing group came to the Memoir Master Class last year. There is still time to register for tomorrow's Memoir Masterclass. January 17th. DM me if you are interested. This might be the last time I offer one. Not sure yet.
With my penchant for writing snail mail letters, is anyone else as afraid as I am that Canada and U.S. Post may be going the way of the Dodo Bird? No offence to the Dodo Bird. Did you write any letters?
January 15, 2026 at 3:33 PM
With my penchant for writing snail mail letters, is anyone else as afraid as I am that Canada and U.S. Post may be going the way of the Dodo Bird? No offence to the Dodo Bird. Did you write any letters?
Do you know if you are a plotter or a pantser? Even better, would you happen to know how to tap into both techniques to serve you even more in your writing goals? If you want to learn more about using both methods, let's chat.
January 14, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Do you know if you are a plotter or a pantser? Even better, would you happen to know how to tap into both techniques to serve you even more in your writing goals? If you want to learn more about using both methods, let's chat.
January 17th, 10:30 a.m. This time, I am adding more tips on the essentials of scene creation to avoid structural editing challenges, and discussing the seven mistakes every writer makes. Also, the importance of giving yourselves permission to create. rustilehay.info/events
January 13, 2026 at 3:33 PM
January 17th, 10:30 a.m. This time, I am adding more tips on the essentials of scene creation to avoid structural editing challenges, and discussing the seven mistakes every writer makes. Also, the importance of giving yourselves permission to create. rustilehay.info/events
My niece says I use more words than anyone else she knows. I don't know if I use 20,000 words, the average vocabulary according to Reddit. There are online vocabulary tests. I shall take one and report back. I am a proud word nerd for sure. Jan 9th was National Word Nerd Day
January 12, 2026 at 3:33 PM
My niece says I use more words than anyone else she knows. I don't know if I use 20,000 words, the average vocabulary according to Reddit. There are online vocabulary tests. I shall take one and report back. I am a proud word nerd for sure. Jan 9th was National Word Nerd Day
Every time I add more info and techniques for writing and producing a marketable memoir. I have so much fun offering this masterclass. Yes, I'll offer a memoir course to those attending. Regardless, you will still leave with more ideas on how to proceed with your memoir. Join me.
January 11, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Every time I add more info and techniques for writing and producing a marketable memoir. I have so much fun offering this masterclass. Yes, I'll offer a memoir course to those attending. Regardless, you will still leave with more ideas on how to proceed with your memoir. Join me.
Still time to sign up for the Morning Pages Magic Challenge starting next week, Monday, the 12th. Share what morning pages have done for you, learn more about how they can be an internal compass, and hear others share their experiences. Join us, Kelly and Rusti
January 10, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Still time to sign up for the Morning Pages Magic Challenge starting next week, Monday, the 12th. Share what morning pages have done for you, learn more about how they can be an internal compass, and hear others share their experiences. Join us, Kelly and Rusti
Besides Being Successful, What Do These Writers/Artists Have in Common?
They all wrote Morning Pages at pivotal moments to reconnect with their creativity & move forward. Morning Page Magic Challenge Jan 12-16th. Mon to Fri 12-1 Noon PST, 3-4 EST Register zurl.co/6u719
They all wrote Morning Pages at pivotal moments to reconnect with their creativity & move forward. Morning Page Magic Challenge Jan 12-16th. Mon to Fri 12-1 Noon PST, 3-4 EST Register zurl.co/6u719
January 9, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Besides Being Successful, What Do These Writers/Artists Have in Common?
They all wrote Morning Pages at pivotal moments to reconnect with their creativity & move forward. Morning Page Magic Challenge Jan 12-16th. Mon to Fri 12-1 Noon PST, 3-4 EST Register zurl.co/6u719
They all wrote Morning Pages at pivotal moments to reconnect with their creativity & move forward. Morning Page Magic Challenge Jan 12-16th. Mon to Fri 12-1 Noon PST, 3-4 EST Register zurl.co/6u719
I worked with an author who went to umpteen appointments, unable to say a word. Then the counsellor gave her a journal. She wrote & wrote. Then she couldn't say or read it aloud. The counsellor asked permission to read it. Her voice returned & she is now a psychologist.
January 8, 2026 at 3:33 PM
I worked with an author who went to umpteen appointments, unable to say a word. Then the counsellor gave her a journal. She wrote & wrote. Then she couldn't say or read it aloud. The counsellor asked permission to read it. Her voice returned & she is now a psychologist.
Besides Being Successful, What Do These Writers/Artists Have in Common?
They all wrote Morning Pages at pivotal moments to reconnect with their creativity and move forward. Morning Pages Magic Challenge Jan 12-16th. Register www.rustilehay.info/events
They all wrote Morning Pages at pivotal moments to reconnect with their creativity and move forward. Morning Pages Magic Challenge Jan 12-16th. Register www.rustilehay.info/events
January 7, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Besides Being Successful, What Do These Writers/Artists Have in Common?
They all wrote Morning Pages at pivotal moments to reconnect with their creativity and move forward. Morning Pages Magic Challenge Jan 12-16th. Register www.rustilehay.info/events
They all wrote Morning Pages at pivotal moments to reconnect with their creativity and move forward. Morning Pages Magic Challenge Jan 12-16th. Register www.rustilehay.info/events
Writers' Lounge this coming Saturday on the 10th. Do you want to join us? DM me Lounge. I can make that possible.
January 6, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Writers' Lounge this coming Saturday on the 10th. Do you want to join us? DM me Lounge. I can make that possible.
How many of you journal for pleasure, sanity, to keep memories, or do your morning pages to find deeper ways into yourself, your stories, your creativity, or to survive what is hard to voice? You are not alone. You can join the morning pages challenge or find a writing group.
January 5, 2026 at 3:33 PM
How many of you journal for pleasure, sanity, to keep memories, or do your morning pages to find deeper ways into yourself, your stories, your creativity, or to survive what is hard to voice? You are not alone. You can join the morning pages challenge or find a writing group.
Pop-Up Bonus Session. January 7th Noon EST. Devon speaks ever so lawyerly about how authors can avoid defamation, libel, and slander, and yet passionately about how memoirists have a right to tell their stories. You can register at www.rustilehay.info/events
January 4, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Pop-Up Bonus Session. January 7th Noon EST. Devon speaks ever so lawyerly about how authors can avoid defamation, libel, and slander, and yet passionately about how memoirists have a right to tell their stories. You can register at www.rustilehay.info/events
The vote is still open for one more day for the preferred date of the Memoir Masterclass. First, I hope to see you for whatever day(s) you can make the Morning Pages Magic Challenge, Jan 12-16. Sign up at zurl.co/jTraE and for the Memoir Masterclass there.
January 3, 2026 at 3:33 PM
The vote is still open for one more day for the preferred date of the Memoir Masterclass. First, I hope to see you for whatever day(s) you can make the Morning Pages Magic Challenge, Jan 12-16. Sign up at zurl.co/jTraE and for the Memoir Masterclass there.