by Camden Watts | Apr 14, 2017 | Family, Film, Health and wellness, Learning
A Little Background Getting married in 2013 put me through the ringer. Let me be clear: everything about the man I married and our commitment to one another is totally dreamy. I’m really lucky in that regard. But planning a wedding and the logistics of starting...
by Camden Watts | Dec 22, 2016 | Film, Inspiration, Leading, Learning
Each year I hope to publish a “year in review” post. Since I’ve been blogging for more than a decade, the ritual has helped me see and appreciate what happens in only 12 months. It also helps me share my journey, gratitude for everyone’s...
by Camden Watts | Dec 21, 2016 | Creativity, Film, Inspiration, Leading, Learning
“Practice gratitude” is a thing I kept hearing about and reading online in a lot of my groups. I was a total skeptic because it sounded pretty dumb, to be blunt about it. Which is why I kept reading, to discover out why on earth it was getting repeated...
by Camden Watts | May 17, 2016 | Film, Inspiration, Leading, Learning
There’s a member of my family who consistently doubts my choices, path, and vision. It’s a stark comparison to the encouragement I feel from most of my family and friends. When you’re chasing your dreams, support is something you need most. That...
by Camden Watts | Apr 27, 2016 | Family, Film, Inspiration, Learning, Writing
I’m a hopeless romantic. But some of my favorite movies are about the tragedy of love. Steel Magnolias (1989), When Harry Met Sally (1989), Romeo & Juliet (1996), and Moulin Rouge! (2001) are movies I can watch repeatedly. The madness of love – with all the...
by Camden Watts | Mar 14, 2016 | Directing, Documentary, Encouragement, Film, Inspiration, Learning, NC Film, Women in Film
The 5th annual Alice Fest took place in Durham, N.C., yesterday. The festival is named for Alice Guy Blaché, a pioneer in the film industry. Alice Fest is held each March in honor of Women’s History Month. It’s the fourth year in a row I’ve attended,...