Writers, shamans, creativity and magick

“It has roots in myth and magick. From shamans walking between worlds and stealing fire from the gods, to writers hunched over their typewriters at four in the morning.”

— James Garside

Everyone is born with a spark inside them. Show me your light.

This episode is a creative visualisation about nurturing the spark of creativity in yourself and others.

Art is a shamanic act and a survival tactic. These should not be thought of as separate things.

You’ve got to tend the flame. Even when the whole wide world tries to piss on your bonfire.

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Chapter 23 by James Garside. A regular series of irregular thoughts. Could be anything. Mostly rants. Warning: May contain traces of sarcasm. Chapter 23 is a multimedia project by James Garside. Journalist, Author, Writer. Part-time vagabond, full-time grumpy arse. Would you care for a cup of tea? I write about everything from art, culture, and politics to tech, travel, and the occult. Sometimes in ways that get me into trouble. I’m also funny — I probably should’ve led with that. I help writers and artists to do their best work. Let’s be part of each other’s stories. More at: jamesgarside.net

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