Confessions of a Multi-Passionate Creative

Did you know that real life, especially for a creative, is often more about the messy, the unpredictable, and the "how am I going to make this all work?" moments? Welcome to my life.

I'm a screenwriter, which means my days (and often nights) are filled with crafting stories, developing characters, and wrestling with plot twists. It's a job I love, a passion I'm incredibly grateful for. But it's also demanding, often requiring intense focus and a whole lot of creative energy.

On top of that, I mentor aspiring storytellers at Cinematic Scribes by helping them find their voices and navigate the intricacies of screenwriting. Seeing their growth and passion is awesomely rewarding, but it's another commitment that requires time, energy, and a different kind of mental space.

Then there's my role as Communications Manager at Christian Girlies Global Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women and girls in ministry. This work is close to my heart. But crafting communication strategies, amplifying their voices, and supporting their needs is a whole other ball game.

And because I apparently like to keep things interesting, I'm also in the midst of writing my first book and will be hosting an event later in the year, two things that fill me with equal parts excitement and terror.

So, yeah, sometimes it feels like I'm constantly switching hats, sprinting from one project to the next. Some days I feel like I'm nailing it. Other days, I feel like I'm barely keeping my head above water.

There are days when the creative well feels dry, when the emails pile up, and when I just want to crawl into bed and sleep for a week. There are moments of self-doubt, where I wonder if I'm doing enough, if I'm making a difference, if I'm spread too thin.

But then, something happens. A student has a breakthrough in their writing. A story I'm working on finally clicks into place. I see the impact of the work we're doing at Christian Girlies Global Network. And I'm reminded why I do what I do.

The truth is, I wouldn't trade this crazy, multi-passionate life for anything. It's messy, it's challenging, but it's also beautifully fulfilling.

So, forgive me if I don't show up every single day, because this is me, in all my imperfect, juggling glory. It's a raw, honest look at what it's like to be a creative with a lot of moving parts. And I have a feeling I'm not alone.

So, I want to ask you, dearest gentle reader: How do you manage the juggle? What are your tips for staying afloat when you're pulled in multiple directions? I genuinely would love to learn about your struggles and the strategies you put in place to make it all work.

Let's talk in the comments.