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The world needs more inclusive and intuitive stories and voices. If you are here, then you are curious about disrupting the status quo and activating the power of language, specifically your voice, by writing and sharing your non-fiction stories from your life and experiences. Shana V. Hartman, PhD turned embodied writing coach, hosts The Written Compass. A podcast for inspiration, education, and activation of powerful new narratives that leave a lasting legacy.

The Written Compass

The world of business needs more inclusive and intuitive stories and voices. If you are here you are curious about disrupting the status quo and activating the power of language, your language, by writing and sharing your amazing message. Dr. Shana Hartman, spouse, mother of 3, and Ph.D. turned embodied writing coach hosts The Written Compass. A podcast for inspiration, education, and activation of powerful new narratives in the world of business and life for heart-centered folks just like you.

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Episode 1: Welcome To The Written Compass

In the first episode of The Written Compass, Dr. Shana Hartman dives into what you will learn, what you can expect in episodes to follow, why it is unique, and why she felt compelled to create this podcast.

Shana Hartman is a Ph.D. turned embodied writing coach. Her 15+ years of experience as an English professor informs her work now as the CEO of Synergy Wellness, a multifaceted company that serves her local community of Shelby, NC through massage and BodyMind Coaching, and Synergy supports others virtually through coaching programs focused on using the wisdom of the body as a guide for creating an abundant life. Her favorite way to listen and get embodied is through writing! She is most-known for supporting heart-centered business owners in getting their amazing messages out into the world in a powerful book. When not coaching and working with her clients, she can be found hanging with her family of five in her 1924 home in Shelby or exploring a new city with her hubby, Jeff. Connect with Shana on Instagram @shanahartman_

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Episode 2: Writing as an Act of Freedom

In this episode of The Written Compass, your host Dr. Shana Hartman dives into the idea that Writing is an Act of Freedom. Setting the stage, language, and writing when taught in a school setting can be oppressive, particularly to marginalized communities. Dr. Hartman will discuss how this is impactful for business owners when trying to share their message.

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Episode 3: Writing to Write

We all know that in order to write a book you have to write! In this episode, Dr. Shana Hartman discusses how you can create a simple embodied writing practice.

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Episode 4: Your Book is Already Written

In this episode of The Written Compass, Dr. Shana Hartman will share a crazy concept... Your Book is Already Written. Many business owners are skeptical about writing their book but in actuality, most have a ton of content ready for their book!

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Episode 5: 3 Ways To Decide First

Have you ever gotten a big intuitive hit to next-level yourself, take the next step, and do something that feels scary... like writing a book? In this episode, Dr. Shana Hartman will discuss the powerful action of deciding first and 3 simple tools to help support you in making a decision first.

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Episode 6: Grammar - It's Complicated

In this episode, Dr. Shana Hartman will discuss the complicated and funky aspects of grammar. Why is grammar such a point of all kinds of emotions when it comes to our history and futures as writers especially when trying to share your message?

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Episode 7: Don't Write For Others

Have you ever been told that the audience is the most important thing to consider when you are writing? In this episode, Dr. Shana Hartman will shake things up and take the other side of the argument, and will explain why ignoring your audience will create powerful writing.

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Episode 8: The Power of Reflection

Have you ever heard the phrase "You can't know where you're going until you know where you've been"? In this episode, Dr. Shana Hartman will discuss The Power of Reflection and will share questions to inspire you to start reflective writing.

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Episode 9: How To Start Your Book This Year

It's a new year and it's finally time to start your book! In this episode, Dr. Shana Hartman will break down a simple strategy for starting your book this year and plenty of other goodies along the way.

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