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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

I’m excited to share my second Tiny Love Story and sixth piece published in The New York Times today. I’m grateful to my editor for accepting my piece and for my mentors @profsue123.bsky.social & Peter Mountford. Thanks for reading! www.nytimes.com/2025/11/13/s...

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Tiny Love Stories: ‘Ted and I Are Implausible Friends’

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Hello friends! I know it’s been a while since I posted. I’m still here, but also more active these days on IG and Substack. Would love to connect with you there too: IG: @lbmccarty717 Substack: substack.com/@lisamccarty...

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Lisa McCarty | Substack

Writer with work in NYT, The Washington Post, The Cut, Slate, The Guardian, HuffPost, TODAY Show, SELF, Women’s Health Mag and more. Follow me on IG @lbmccarty717.

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

Went for a hike in the woods yesterday to escape the relentless heat. Stopped by to see my majestic friend. It reminded me to keep looking for small moments of light when the world is dark. Hope this helps you too. #WritingCommunity #mentalhealthmatters #owls #5amwritersclub

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

View from my morning hike. A gentle reminder: Stop scrolling and get outside for a walk. You won’t regret it. 😉 #MentalHealthMatters #WritingCommunity #5amwritersclub #WeekendVibes

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

A series of storms rolled through yesterday. This photo was taken after the last one, on a walk. It’s a gentle reminder: everything is temporary. The sun will shine again. Keep going. ✍️ #WritingCommunity #5amwritersclub #photography #womenwriters #keepgoing #nofilter

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 18/06/2025

You’re halfway there. Happy Wednesday! Wishing you a productive day of writing ahead. ✍️ #5amwritersclub #writingcommunity #womenwriters

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

A little late, but I’m proud to share my personal essay that was published a few weeks ago for @thecut.com. Thanks to my wonderful editor for letting me share my story and to my mentors for your guidance. I appreciate you reading. #writingcommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

“You own everything that happened to you. Tell your stories. If people wanted you to write warmly about them, they should have behaved better.” @annelamott.bsky.social #writngcommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub #quoteoftheday

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 02/05/2025

🌷 May 🌷 New month. New direction. New challenges. New possibilities. New hope. #writingcommunity #5amwritingclub #womenwriters #may #mentalhealthawarenessmonth

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

Today, as women, we rise: Above the darkness. Above the noise. Above the hate. Above the fear. Every day, we unite. We are stronger together. #WritingCommunity #womenwriters #InternationalWomensDay #writerslift #5amwritersclub #RiseUp #WomenSupportingWomen

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 16/02/2025

Even at 3 am, grief doesn’t let go. It sits like a heavy weight pressing down on your chest, making you gasp to catch your breath. #grief #WritingCommunity #5amwritersclub #womenwriters #griefshare #mentalhealthmatters

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Good Morning. ❄️ The kids are outside playing in the snow and I’m going to squeeze in a brief yoga session and finish some draft edits. Happy Wednesday, friends. #WritingCommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub #writersliftingwriters #SnowDay

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 12/01/2025

Sunday mantra: Be patient with yourself, you’re doing the best that you can. You’ve been through so much and you deserve a moment to rest. #writingcommunity #WomenWriters #5amwritersclub #sundayvibes #MentalHealthMatters

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

Good Morning. Wishing you a peaceful day of writing ahead. ✍️ Sending hugs to anyone that needs it right now. 💛 #writingcommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub #friday #mentalhealthmatters #womensupportingwomen

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Praying for the safety of all those affected by the LA fires. Sending love and continued strength to my friends and family there. 🙏💛 #lafires #losangeles #mentalhealthmatters #writingcommunity

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

Tomorrow is the third day of school cancellation due to snow and ice. This comes after two and a half weeks off for winter break. Kids - 3 Parents - 😑 Needless to say, I’m not being as productive with writing this week as a I hoped. 🥱 #momlife #writingcommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

What I’m holding onto (IN) and letting go of (OUT) for 2025. What about you? #writingcommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub #writerslift #mentalhealthmatters

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

There something so peaceful about the snow early in the morning before the world wakes up. Wishing you a productive morning of writing ahead as we return to work. #goodmorning #snow #WritingCommunity #womenwriters #writersliftingwriters #mondayismonday #backtowork #5amwritersclub

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

A new month and a new year is a chance to start again…💫👇 ✨ January ✨ New month. New direction. New challenges. New possibilities. New hope. #happynewyear #writingcommunity #womenwriters #writerslift #5amwritersclub #holidays2024 #goodmorning #photooftheday

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 25/12/2024

Wishing you a restful and peaceful holiday, with a little time for writing (if you choose). 😉 Merry Christmas and Happy Hannukah to all those who celebrate! Sending love and light to you and your family.🎄❤️✨ #writingcommunity #womenwriters #merrychristmas #holidays2024 #writerslift #5amwritersclub

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

You’re halfway there. Happy Wednesday! Wishing you a productive day of writing ahead. ✍️ #writingcommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub #wednesdaywisdom

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

Here’s my news… I’m proud to share my most raw and vulnerable essay yet and my first piece for Women’s Health magazine. I hope it reduces the stigma around talking about this taboo topic. Grateful for your support! #writingcommunity #womenwriters www.womenshealthmag.com/sex-and-love...

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'What The Bleakest Periods Of My Sex Life Taught Me About My Marriage And Myself'

"There were many times when sex became non-existent, and we had to lean into other forms of intimacy."

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 16/12/2024

The most interesting ideas for future pieces come to me when I’m doing mundane things like brushing my teeth or taking a walk. Allow yourself to disconnect from technology for a few minutes today. It might just spark an idea. 💡✍️ #writingcommunity #writinginspiration #womenwriters #5amwritersclub

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 14/12/2024

Realized at 430 am that I forgot to move the elves. 👀 Left a surprise on the dining table for my kids to find when they wake up. 😀 Instead of going back to sleep, maybe I should just do some writing?? 🤔🥱 #momlife #elfontheshelf #writingcommunity #5amwritersclub

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

Foggy start to the morning. Wishing you a productive day of writing ahead. ✍️ #goodmorning #writingcommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

Here’s your Sunday reminder you can handle whatever comes your way this week. Sending good vibes. ✨ #writingcommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub #sundayreminder

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Maggie Smith @maggiesmithpoet.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

“I mean, if you’re going to err, you might as well do so on the side of audacity.” —Sue Monk Kidd

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Lisa McCarty @lbmccarty717.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

Morning edits and then a bundled up hike in the woods. Happy Saturday. 🤍 #writingcommunity #womenwriters #5amwritersclub #weekendvibes

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