Welcome to On Things—a newsletter for the curious-minded exploring creativity and the complexities of being alive.

This is a place to ruminate on things, without feeling rushed towards an answer.

We’ll navigate the various facets of what I like to call aliveness—the joys and the uncertainties, the tensions and the desires.

You’ll find regular writings, interviews and notes that weave together observations, pithy quotes and research to help reframe common stumbles in daily life.

Some of my most popular posts exploring creativity, connection and aliveness include:

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Some things about me

I’m Madeleine Dore, a writer and interviewer exploring how we can broaden the definition of a day well spent.

I spent over five years asking creative thinkers how they navigate their days on my blog Extraordinary Routines and podcast Routines & Ruts.

The lessons culminated in my first book, I Didn’t Do The Thing Today. It’s filled with insights on how to embrace the ebb and flow of our work, creativity and life.

My work continues to explore themes of creativity, curiosity and connection, both in this newsletter, and my most recent project also here on Susbtack—

Find my book I Didn’t Do The Thing Today at your local bookstore or buy online

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Much like life, this newsletter is an ongoing experiment. I hope the letters will inspire you to cherish little things, discover remarkable things, explore conflicting things—and be reminded of the important things.

Sending good things,
Madeleine ❤️

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Writer, interviewer and author of I Didn't Do The Thing Today