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The Writing Mom Podcast

A cozy podcast for moms who dream of writing a novel but feel pulled in a hundred directions. Hosted by certified book coach and working mom Josee Smith, this show is your gentle nudge to make space for your story, 20 minutes at a time. You’ll find honest conversations about writing in the middle of motherhood, practical tips for building a sustainable routine, and encouragement to call yourself a writer now, not someday. Subscribe for weekly episodes and visit www.joseesmithbookcoach.com to book

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Ep 46: What Oil Painting Taught My Client About...

The Writing Mom Podcast ·

2026/04/22

What if the reason you’re stuck isn’t your writing ability… but how you think the process is supposed to work?In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful breakthrough from one of my clients, who realized that writing a novel is a lot like oil painting. Instead of trying to perfect each scene as you go, you have to build the full composition first, layer by layer. That shift helped her finally let go of perfectionism and move forward with her draft.We’ll talk about why polishing too early keeps so many

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Ep 45: What Actually Happens in a Book Coaching...

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2026/04/15

If you’ve ever wondered what actually happens inside a book coaching session (or whether it could help you), you’re going to love this episode.Today, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at how I work with new clients and what we focus on first when they feel stuck with their novel. Most writers come in thinking they need more time, more motivation, or a better outline… but what they really need is clarity. In this episode, I walk you through how we uncover the real problem (not just the

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Ep 44: Why You’re Still Not Writing (Even When You...

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2026/04/08

You finally have a pocket of time… and still don’t write. Sound familiar?In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of one of the biggest breakthroughs I help my clients have: realizing that the block isn’t always time, it’s often fear. We’ll talk about the emotional resistance that shows up when you sit down to write, why it’s completely normal, and how it can disguise itself as “being busy” or “needing more clarity.”I’ll walk you through the common fears that keep writers stuck, how to

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Ep 43: Evaluating as You Go (Instead of Starting Over)

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2026/04/01

If you’ve ever felt like your writing “isn’t working” and immediately wanted to scrap everything and start over, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m taking you inside another key part of my coaching process: how to evaluate your writing as you go so you can keep moving forward - without falling into the stop-and-restart cycle.We’ll talk about why so many writers assume something is wrong when progress feels messy, how small adjustments are often more powerful than complete overhauls, and why

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Ep 42: Writing Within Your Real Life (Instead of...

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2026/03/25

A lot of writing advice assumes you have long stretches of quiet time and a perfectly consistent routine. But for moms, life rarely works that way. In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my coaching process to share how we build writing plans that actually work within your real life, not some imaginary future where everything is calm and predictable.We’ll talk about why traditional writing systems often fall apart for busy moms, how to identify pockets of time that already exist in

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Ep 41: The Secret to Writing Consistently as a Busy Mom

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2026/03/18

Many writers believe their problem is motivation or discipline, but more often, the real issue is not knowing what to do next. In this episode, I’m giving you another behind-the-scenes look at my coaching process and how I help writers move from vague goals like “finish my book” to small, clear steps that actually fit into real life.We’ll talk about why big writing goals can keep you stuck, how turning your focus to one specific step each week can unlock momentum, and why progress builds when your

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Ep 40: How to Finally Make Progress on Your Novel...

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2026/03/11

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just don’t have time to write,” this episode is for you.Today, I’m giving you a peek behind the curtain into my coaching process and sharing what I’ve learned from working with busy moms who want to write, but feel stuck. Often, it’s not actually a time problem. It’s an overwhelm problem. Writing a novel feels huge and undefined, so your brain doesn’t know where to start… and nothing happens.In this episode, I walk you through how we turn “write a book” into small,

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Ep 39: Writing the Book You Want to Write (Not the...

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2026/03/04

So many writers—especially moms—feel pressure to write something practical, marketable, or “worth the time.” In this episode, we’re talking about what happens when you stop writing the book you think you should write… and start writing the one you actually want to.I’m sharing how stepping away from a planned series after becoming a mom helped me reconnect with my creativity—and ultimately return to that story with more joy and clarity. We’ll explore why writing from obligation drains momentum, how

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Ep 38: How to Build a Writing Habit When You Have No...

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2026/02/25

If you feel like you should be more disciplined with your writing—but by the end of the day you have nothing left to give—this episode is for you.Today we’re talking about why willpower isn’t the real issue for moms who want to write. Between decision fatigue, emotional labor, and the mental load of daily life, your brain is already working overtime. Instead of relying on motivation, I’ll walk you through how to make writing the default through simple systems, identity-based habits, and tiny

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Ep 37: Behind the Scenes of Writing With a Toddler:...

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2026/02/18

In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of what it really looked like to write and publish my seventh book while parenting a two-year-old, working a day job, and building my coaching business. A lot of moms assume that writing has to wait until kids are older, but I share why it isn’t easy to write with a toddler… and how it is absolutely possible when your expectations, rhythm, and mindset shift with your season of life.You’ll hear how motherhood changed my creative process, why letting go of

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00:17:40

Ep 36: The Real Reason You’re Not Writing (It’s Not...

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2026/02/11

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I just don’t have time to write,” this episode gently pushes back on that story. In today’s conversation, I unpack why time is usually the excuse, and fear is often the real barrier. I talk about the common fears that keep mom-writers stuck, how those fears get disguised as “being busy,” and what that can look like in real life (like avoiding your manuscript, over-planning, or feeling anxious just opening your document).Then I share three simple tools that actually

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Ep 35: Writing Through Busy Seasons: How to Stay...

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2026/02/04

If you’ve been waiting for life to calm down before you fully commit to your writing… this episode is your gentle reality check: busy seasons aren’t the exception — they’re the norm, especially for moms. Work, family responsibilities, childcare hiccups, and the mental load don’t magically disappear. But your writing life doesn’t have to disappear either.In this episode, I’m sharing how to stay creatively connected even when your schedule feels overwhelming. You’ll learn why maintaining a simple

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Ep 34: Self-Publishing as a Mom: What’s Hard, What’s...

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2026/01/28

Self-publishing while raising kids isn’t simple—and it isn’t always easy—but it has been deeply worth it for me. In this episode, I’m sharing an honest reflection on what self-publishing has really looked like as a mom: the steep learning curve, the overwhelm, and the moments where I wondered how I’d juggle all the roles involved… alongside the freedom, confidence, and connection that made it all worthwhile.We’ll talk about why self-publishing gave me control over my creative life, how it helped me

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What If 20 Minutes a Day of Writing Was Enough?...

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2026/01/21

Josee here. We're halfway through January, and I haven't gotten back into my writing routine. Rather than beat myself up about it, I'm revisiting the first episode of this podcast and lowering my expectations back to 20 minutes of writing a day. If you're also struggling to get back to writing in the new year, maybe this episode will help you out, too. Enjoy!Ready to create a writing routine that fits your real life? Book a free consultation call where we’ll talk about your story,

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Ep 33: Why Following Your Creative Dreams Helps Your...

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2026/01/14

Following your creative dreams doesn’t pull you away from your kids, it teaches them what it looks like to live a meaningful, courageous life. In this episode, we’re talking about why pursuing your writing matters not just for you, but for your children too. When kids see their parents go after something they love, it shapes what they believe is possible for themselves.I’m sharing personal reflections on writing as a mom, how creativity helped me reconnect with myself after becoming a parent, and

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Ep 32: The Secret to Becoming a Consistent Writer

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2026/01/07

As we step into a new year, this episode is your invitation to start fresh without the pressure of having everything perfectly planned. If you’ve been waiting for the “right time” to begin writing again, or hoping for more time, more energy, or a more organized life before you commit to your novel, this conversation is for you. The truth is, most moms never get ideal conditions—but writing is still possible in the middle of real life.In this episode, I’m sharing why momentum comes from starting

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Ep 31: Reflecting on Your Writing Year

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2025/12/31

As we close out 2025, this episode is your gentle invitation to pause and look back on your writing year with honesty, compassion, and celebration. So many writers skip the part where they acknowledge what did go well, but that reflection is essential. Today, I’m guiding you through simple questions to help you notice your progress, understand what supported your creativity, and set grounded intentions for the year ahead.You’ll hear why even the smallest wins matter, how to evaluate what worked (and

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Ep 30: A Permission Slip for the Holidays

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2025/12/24

This week’s episode is a short, cozy reminder that you’re allowed to slow down. The holidays are full and emotional—especially for moms—and if your writing has taken a back seat, you haven’t failed. In this episode, I’m offering you a permission slip: it’s okay to rest, it’s okay to prioritize family and celebration, and it’s okay if your creativity looks quieter this season.You’ll hear encouragement for navigating guilt, tiny ways to stay connected to your book if you want to, and why stepping away

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Ep 29: Behind The Scenes Of Writing My 7th Book!

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2025/12/17

This week I’m giving you a peek behind the curtain of my brand-new cozy mystery — not just what the book is about, but what it meant to write a novel across early motherhood, step away from it for years, and finally return to finish it.I’m sharing how this story began, why becoming a mom shifted my creative direction, how I rediscovered the pull of these characters, and what it was really like to refine a book I drafted before my son was born. You’ll hear about letting go of deadlines, trusting slow

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Ep 28: Lessons from Publishing My Seventh Book (Three...

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2025/12/10

Publishing my seventh book this week felt completely different from every book before it—and in the best way. In this episode, I’m sharing what I learned about creativity, persistence, and identity after writing and publishing my first book as a mom. We’ll talk about following your true creative pull (even when it means taking a big detour), why letting go of deadlines actually helped me finish, and how publishing feels steadier and more joyful now that I trust myself and the long game of indie

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