The Written Compass

Hosted ByDr. Shana Hartman

A podcast for inspiration, education, and activation of powerful new narratives in the world of business and life from heart-centered folks just like you.

Episode 39: What Does “Show Don’t Tell” Mean?

We’ve all heard the phrase “show don’t tell.” But what do we really mean by it?

In this episode, I share:

  • a brief history of the phrase
  • how the heck it became so popular
  • the myth around this technique that we often miss as writer
  • how to apply this to non-fiction writing

You’ll walk away understanding “show don’t tell” on a deeper level, and you will have some new powerful strategies for balancing the important content in your book and other writing you do.

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Shana Hartman is a Ph.D. turned embodied writing coach. Her 15+ years of experience as an English professor informs her work now as the CEO of Synergy Wellness, a multifaceted company that serves her local community of Shelby, NC through massage and BodyMind Coaching, and Synergy supports others virtually through coaching programs focused on using the wisdom of the body as a guide for creating an abundant life. Her favorite way to listen and get embodied is through writing! She is most known for supporting heart-centered business owners in getting their amazing messages out into the world in a powerful book. When not coaching and working with her clients, she can be found hanging with her family of five in her 1924 home in Shelby or exploring a new city with her hubby, Jeff. Connect with Shana on Instagram @shanahartman_