Member of the Month: Dondra Goldsby

“You deserve more ease.” Whenever I read those words from Dondra Goldsby – whether they’re in the caption of an Instagram Reel or in her new book – I feel like I’ve been given a permission slip to let go of the weight of overwhelm. Dondra – a writer, coach, and licensed therapist – recently released It’s Lighter Over Here: A Guide for High Achieving Women Who Already Do Enough. Even the title of Dondra’s book makes me feel better, reassuring me that I’m already doing enough and it’s okay to relax, to delegate, to say no.

I’m proud to say that Dondra is not only a member of the See Jane Write Collective but is also an ambassador for the group. She hosts virtual cowriting sessions for the Collective on most Thursdays at noon.

On Thursday, November 19 at 6:30 p.m. CT, Dondra will be leading an online workshop for members of See Jane Write and Alabama Writers’ Cooperative that will show us, writers, that we don’t have to sacrifice our well-being to achieve our goals. Sign up for the workshop, titled The Well-Rested Writer, HERE.

Because of her new book, her upcoming workshop, and all the ways she inspires others to see the best in themselves, Dondra is the See Jane Write Member of the Month. Read on to learn more about Dondra.

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Write Out Loud: Sharing Your Writing with Others

Sharing your writing with others is one of the best things you can do for your writing life.

Now, if you’ve shared your work with a friend, family member, or teacher who told you you’d be better off keeping your writing to yourself, you might disagree. But I’m going to show you how to turn what was meant for evil into good! More on that later.

First, let’s talk about why I think you should share your writing.

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You Don’t Have to Write Alone: Why Writers Need a Writing Community

If you’re not making progress on your book, blog or other writing goals, a writing community might be the missing puzzle piece you need.

Writing is often a solitary activity – but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, I believe writers need other writers. Period. That’s the reason See Jane Write exists. Without a community to hold us accountable, work, family, and everyday life can easily push our goals to the back burner.

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How to Write Consistently

If you’re struggling to write consistently, you may think this is a sign that you need to put your writing dreams on hold. But it’s not. Nor is it a sign that you’re lazy. Because you’re not! You just need to shift your attitude and change your approach. 

Everything you want is on the other side of consistency.

This is the quote I’m repeating to myself again and again in this season.

More than a quote or affirmation, it’s beginning to feel like a prayer or incantation.

As I looked back on the year so far, I realized everything I’ve accomplished has come from consistency. And for every goal I’ve failed to realize, I can plainly see that my stumbling block was lack of consistency.

But consistency has a bit of a PR problem.

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Your 4th Quarter Comeback: Journal Prompts for Your Fall Reset

My 4th Quarter Comeback Playbook. That’s what I call the goals and plans I drafted for the final three months of 2026.

I am a college football fan, and even though it stresses me out when my team isn’t moving the ball down the field like I want them to, I must admit that I love the thrill of a 4th quarter comeback. A few weeks ago, I realized I needed a 4th quarter comeback of my own.

Don’t get me wrong. I’ve been blessed this year. I now have the job I’ve dreamed of since I was 15 years old. I had the chance to be in conversation with author Tayari Jones for her latest book tour. I’ve traveled and had lots of fun in my Magic City too. But between health issues, hard circumstances with my parents, and constantly feeling overwhelmed, this year has been hard and has left me feeling like I’m losing.

But am I?

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