Wall of Love
What people say about working with me as a writer, editor, and coach. DM me if interested to work 1:1.
I am so grateful for last night’s coaching session with Jeanette Martin.
I’m new here at Substack. I had been floundering. My thoughts were buzzing around telling me it was time to quit, time to quiet the voice that insists I still have more to give. That voice that whispers: you are still evolving, cherish that.
Jeanette helped me reconnect to that voice—the sweet, steady one that lives in my body. She guided me to thank the brutal chatter in my head and reassure it we’d connect again soon. In her gentle way, she coaxed me back into myself, to the place where my energy lives and light peeks through the forest of overwhelm.
At 74, I guide women who want more—who don’t want to be pulled under by the “I’m too busy” banner. We work with profound rest, awe-some breath, building strength and resilience, and at the center: myo-fascial self-massage, which resets the nervous system, rewires the brain, and helps us feel fully alive in our bodies. But I, too, get trapped by the same “too busy” voice.
Evolving moves on a spiral path. Jeanette reminded me that the tiredness, the doubts, even the ache in my low back weren’t signs to quit, but invitations to listen. Bit by bit, as she asked the right questions, the heaviness fell away. A smile returned—not just to my face, but into my belly and heart. I breathed again in a way that let me feel what I knew to be true.
We also talked practically: What could I do next without carrying the detritus of old chatter? How could my energy flow toward connection with other women—the connection I crave and that nourishes me?
My first step was clear. Wake up this morning and write this post. A love note to a sister who, by simply being herself, stood a little ahead of me, opening a portal and inviting me in.
I've just finished Jeanette Martin's 14-day course called "From Private to Public: Your Creative Emergence." It's excellent for anyone at any level of writing experience who wants to elevate their writing to the next level.
The first week was devoted to foundational material and "fear release," an emotion many writers have as they put their writing out into a public platform.
The second week—which was particularly valuable to me as a seasoned writer—was called "Momentum and Mastery,"and it gave me a wealth of actionable tips and tools for clarifying my own style, writing with more intention and impact, and setting up systems for a writing life that is consistent, satisfying, and valuable to readers.
Jeanette's personal involvement and willingness to help each participant with their unique questions and issues set this course apart, making it uniquely helpful. Highly recommended.
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The editing service I received was truly exceptional. It was honest and direct, pointing out areas that needed improvement without being overly critical. What impressed me the most was that the feedback didn’t just involve telling me to change things; it included thoughtful suggestions that elevated my work to the next level. The editor offered insightful ways to enhance the flow and depth, making my writing stronger and more engaging. It felt like a collaborative effort, with fair and balanced critique that encouraged growth while respecting my voice. Overall, the experience was constructive and supportive, delivering high-quality guidance.
Sylvia Quispe, Dreammark Publishing LLC, Nov 5, 2024
I'm really impressed with the high quality of your work, speed of delivery, and versatility with different writing topics. I look forward to you writing for us on an ongoing basis.
Tara Malone, Blog editor, Mirasee.com, Oct 15, 2020
Jeanette is an excellent writer, quick study, and a bonafide pleasure to work with. On every project, she brought insight, flair, and a respect for time. She’s keen too, and her attention to detail made my job a lot easier. Most important to me, she’s fun and easy to work with!
Pat Blakely, Head coach, Smartblogger.com, Apr 15, 2021
Jeanette is a creative and proactive writer. She tuned in on exactly what I needed for my site and helped craft content that will work for both human readers and SEO. She even took extra steps to work with the SEO expert on my team. Jeanette produces clear writing in record time. And the best part is that I couldn’t have written it myself, but it still reads like its in my voice, but 10x better. I highly recommend you choose Jeanette for your next project.
Anthony Metivier, Founder, Magneticmemorymethod.com, Aug 6, 2020