Christine Wolf

1 week ago | christinewolf.substack.com | Christine Wolf

I had an internal meltdown today — something I’ve done many days throughout my life. On the outside, few if any would notice the storm brewing in my mind and in my heart. Despite the chaos just below the surface, I was able to get up, shower, make coffee, meet with clients, make dinner, have some giggles with friends and loved ones, reply to texts and emails, go back to work before bedtime, and even write this post. However, there was a lot more going on than many realize.

1 week ago | christinewolf.substack.com | Christine Wolf

Hello, Friends — and WELCOME to my newest subscribers. I’m so glad you’re here. I’m hosting a 3-hour, online, expressive writing workshop on Friday, 5/30, and I’d love for you to join me. Friday, May 30, 202511am–2pm Central (9am PT / 12pm ET)Online through The Herstories Project$50 or free for Midcircle Members of The Herstory Project. Can’t make it live? Register anyway and you’ll get the full replay.

1 month ago | christinewolf.substack.com | Christine Wolf

It’s been an incredibly full stretch over here — five clients’ books either out or about to launch, wedding plans in full swing, and training for my eighth Chicago Marathon (though let’s be clear: at 57, I walk it now, thank you very much). But something happened last week that stopped me mid-coaching session. A client presented a draft of a personal essay that was so strong, so clear, so beautifully executed, I found myself saying: This is it. This essay illustrates the magic formula.

1 month ago | christinewolf.substack.com | Christine Wolf

Expressive Writing for Emotional Healing Workshop at Northwestern University🗓 Saturday, May 3, 2025🕒 3–6 PMInstructor: Christine Wolf📍 Norris University Center (with stunning Lake Michigan views!)If you’re feeling emotionally stuck, overwhelmed, or just plain worn out, you are not alone — and you don’t have to stay there.

1 month ago | christinewolf.substack.com | Christine Wolf

I submitted a short story to www.Storied-Stuff.com, and it was published last week, on April 30th. Here it is — all 486 words. I hope you enjoy it — and that you consider submitting your own short story to the site!Long ago—before my divorce, before my sister’s sudden death, before the global pandemic—my therapist handed me a tiny figurine of a wishing well.