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Do you carry a story that wants to be written?
Holistic COACHING
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What is a writing coach?
A writing coach is someone who helps you achieve your full writing potential.
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Are all coaches the same?
All coaches have their own style. Some yell directions from the sidelines, give detailed feedback for every creative move, and push, push, push. If that's a style you gravitate toward, I'm probably NOT the coach you are looking for.
But if you are looking for a coach that realizes ideas and early drafts are fragile new lives that foremost need nurturing and inspiration, I am absolutely your coach.
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Here is a taste of what I offer:
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Belief that every part of your life affects your writing, thereby helping you navigate roadblocks and discover your unique voice.
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Insight into creating a writing rhythm that suits your needs and personality. (I use personality theory to help you discover your distinct writing style and specialize in working with Meyers-Briggs INFJs & INFPs, along with HSP.)
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Personal interest in your plot and characters, so that you discover the heart of your story.
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Empathy and compassion for you and your process.
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Contact me to book a free, short consult and see if coaching might be the support you desire.
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I recommend Mary to anyone searching for that beautiful but rare combination of cheerleader, empathetic listener, brilliant editor, and story-structure genius. She is truly one of the best writing coaches out there. Whenever I send a client her way, it's almost guaranteed I'll get an email back from them soon saying, "She's amazing! I love her!" And all I can say is, "Yup. I told you so."
-Lauren Sapala, The INFJ Writer
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Mary ... guided me to create my story in a way that everyone could read, understand and . . . appeal to a wide audience with a positive message. She was patient with me, and after a lot of work, my book has been accepted by a publisher.
I could not have written my story without the person I now consider a friend, Mary Bergida Deluca.
If you want someone to guide you to a higher understanding of the process of writing, editing and story telling, Mary is, simply put, fantastic.
-Shane O'Brian
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