Exploring Life’s Great Questions: A Personal Journey of Reflection and Dialogue
In the quiet corners of our minds, there exist profound questions that stir the depths of our existence. Questions that transcend the routines of daily life and invite us into a realm of introspection. As I, Neil Thrussell, find myself spending a considerable amount of time pondering and engaging in conversations with others on these […]
The Heartfelt Gift of Coffee: A Token of Love and Connection from Green Bag Coffee
In the realm of meaningful gestures that symbolize love and friendship for me, few things hold the intimate essence and warmth quite like a cup of coffee. It’s not just a beverage to me; it’s a catalyst for connection, a bearer of shared moments, and a symbol of cherished relationships. Alysia, my spiritually adopted daughter, […]
Embracing the Creative Challenge: NaNoWriMo and the Heart-Based Approach
Today, I want to share my excitement and, I admit, a touch of trepidation about a fascinating challenge that’s on the horizon: National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo for short. Now, you might be wondering how someone like me, a “fly by the seat of my pants” writer who usually doesn’t plan much, is approaching […]
Join Us for an Extraordinary Journey into Beauty with L. Neil Thrussell
Are you ready to embark on a transformative adventure that will change the way you perceive beauty? If so, mark your calendars for an unforgettable journey with the renowned speaker and spiritual guide, L. Neil Thrussell (that would be little ole’ me!), on October 22, 2023, at Unity of Calgary. Let me take you on […]
A Quest
Hey there! Have you ever been on a quest? I’m not talking about slaying dragons or embarking on epic adventures (although that would be pretty cool), but rather a personal quest of self-discovery. If you haven’t, let me tell you about 10 great benefits and reasons why you should consider going on one. And the […]
The Rebel, Adventurer, and Explorer Archetypes:
An archetype is a fundamental and universal pattern or symbol that represents a specific concept, idea, or personality trait. Archetypes have been part of human culture and storytelling for centuries, originating from the collective unconscious as proposed by Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. Archetypes matter because they provide a framework for understanding and connecting with deep-seated […]
Neil the Philosopher
I discovered that when I developed my own personal philosophy it was truly a transformative experience for me. It helped me find clarity and a deeper meaning to MY life. By taking the time to write our and clarify my personal philosophy this has allowed me make better decisions, and achieve some of the most […]
10 Tips to Writing an Awesome Fiction Novel
Feeling Surreal
I’d be lying to you if I didn’t say that my upcoming retirment didn’t feel a little surreal to me. I am really excited about it. But after being on a schedule for 41 years. It seems a little out there for my mind to proccess that soon, I will be the creator of my […]
Writers Muse
A creative muse is any source of inspiration you rely on to enrich your writing life and provide you with creative ideas for your next writing project. The word muse comes from the Greek mousai, and refers to the goddesses of creativity and the arts. When I wrote A Warrior’s Heart: The Awakening, music was my […]