Elizabeth Woods
Bio
My name is Lizzy and I'm an author, elementary school teacher and an MFA creative writing student. I write emotion-filled fiction narratives for people who have no voice like trauma survivors. This is my website: elizabethwoodsauthor.com
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The Courage to Heal
Source: https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Heal-Survivors-Sexual-Anniversary/dp/0061284335/ref=sr_1_1? I was a mess when I first severed ties with my bio-family. I escaped everyone and started my life again as a teenager without any experience or diplomas to show. Starting from rock bottom is hard, but it can be done.
By Elizabeth Woods3 months ago in Humans
Are You a Good Neighbor?
It was a hot summer’s day. My kids were playing at a friend’s house so that I could get some writing done. I often loose myself in my writing, and this day was no different. I’d been on a roll and realized the time had come to get the kids because my friend had to get her kids to soccer practice.
By Elizabeth Woods3 months ago in Humans
Are You Searching for Peace?. Top Story - October 2025.
Are you longing for peace in our troubled world? Most of us do. Our world is fractured and breaking down in many places. Most of them are caused by humans. There is so much hatred and animosity amid pollution and natural disasters. What's happened to us?
By Elizabeth Woods3 months ago in Humans
6 Steps to Manage Your Anger
How are you doing today? I mean, really…. How are you doing? I got really angry last week with a colleague who offended me about my work. I rarely get angry, but her insulting words just made me see red. I had to leave the teacher’s lounge and try to walk it off before the end of recess.
By Elizabeth Woods3 months ago in Humans
Are You Dealing With Burnout?
Hey, how are you doing? How are your stress levels right now? I’ve been asked to write about “Burnout,” by several people and I listen to my readers. I have been thinking of writing about rising stress levels at work because I see it in my friends and even myself sometimes.
By Elizabeth Woods3 months ago in Psyche
Public Speaking: Adults or Kids?
Have you ever been asked to do a speech without any preparation? I'm an elementary school teacher, and I have taught all ages throughout my career. I'm teaching first graders this year, and I can stand in front of the kids all day without feeling nervous or worried. In class, I can be myself and I know where I am with the kids. I can tell who's not giving me their full attention, if anyone is having a bad day or if they are distracted. For me it's just work and I love it. Teaching young children is fun, and I see it as a gift.
By Elizabeth Woods3 months ago in Humans
