Dream Drafts

About Dream Drafts

Join me each week for guided meditation and a thought-provoking quote to ignite your creativity. We all deserve rest. bradleyramsey.substack.com (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/s/dream-drafts?utm_medium=podcast)

Publisher

Bradley Ramsey

Category

arts · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Jul 2026

Latest episode

19 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Oct 2026

   Episode 16 - Your Work’s Unseen Impact

   Hello friends and welcome to another episode of Dream Drafts. This week, I’m talking about the impact your work has on others. I also shared my experience co-hosting Indie Ink Fund (https://substack.com/profile/441597543-indie-ink-fund)’s recent livestream for Maryellen Brady 💗📚 (https://substack.com/profile/49871637-maryellen-brady). Find a link to donate to that cause below, along with your musical pairing. Thanks for Listening! Here’s Your Musical Pairing A hand-picked track to send you into your week. The Writer's Journey is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Writer's Journey at bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Episode 15 - You Can’t Control Everything

   Hello, my friends, and welcome back to Dream Drafts. This week’s episode is all about letting go of things we can’t control. It’s about giving ourselves permission to accept things we cannot change. It’s also about accepting that we can’t control how others perceive us or our work. Sometimes we just have to take solace in the fact that we are honest about how we tell our stories, and move on. Easier said than done, I know, but I hope this week’s episode helps you start your week off right. Thanks for Listening! Here’s Your Musical Pairing A relaxing track to send you gently into your week. The Writer's Journey is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Writer's Journey at bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

3. 

   5 Oct 2026

   Episode 14 - The Power of Community

   Hello everyone, and welcome back to Dream Drafts: a meditation and mindfulness podcast for writers and creatives. This week, I’d like to dedicate the episode to my friend Maryellen Brady 💗📚 (https://substack.com/profile/49871637-maryellen-brady). As I explained in the episode, Maryellen is dealing with a very scary, very stressful situation, and she needs help. BentButTrue (https://substack.com/profile/343457502-bentbuttrue) and Wendy Russell (https://substack.com/profile/14837302-wendy-russell) have set up a Support Now page for her, so if you can, please donate or share. Get full access to The Writer's Journey at bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

4. 

   28 Sept 2026

   Episode 13: Wasting The Present

   Hello everyone, and welcome to episode 13 of Dream Drafts: a meditation and mindfulness podcast for writers and creatives. This week, we’re talking about radical acceptance. About how our worries can rule our minds and result in us wasting the present. Join me for some guided meditation and a discussion around a quote. Start your week off right. And hey, if you enjoy what I do here, consider becoming a paid subscriber, or you can visit my Ko-Fi to leave a tip (https://ko-fi.com/bradleyramsey). When you’re finished listening, check out the musical pairing below: The Writer's Journey is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Writer's Journey at bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

5. 

   22 Sept 2026

   Episode 12: When you Feel Stuck

   Hey everyone, and welcome back to Dream Drafts: a meditation and mindfulness podcast for creatives. This episode is out a little later than normal, but that’s because I have had a very, very challenging day. I explain more in the episode, but suffice to say, if you enjoy what I do and you would like to leave a tip or a small donation to support my work, you can find my Ko-Fi by clicking the button below. I’m expecting the next few weeks to be quite challenging for me, so any help at all is greatly appreciated. Find your musical pairing below, and I hope this episode helps you center yourself as you head into your week. Thank you again for being here. This week’s Musical Pairing A calm track to send you gently into your week. Get full access to The Writer's Journey at bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

6. 

   14 Sept 2026

   Episode 11: The Magic of Creativity

   Hello, my friends, and welcome to this week’s episode of Dream Drafts. A meditation and mindfulness podcast for writers and creatives. This week’s episode is all about this thing we do call creativity. It’s about what happens when we bring writers together for discussion, community, or just celebrating our shared love of the craft. This episode is also dedicated to my friend Johanna C. Eschwald (https://substack.com/profile/248280463-johanna-c-eschwald), who hosted a virtual writing retreat this past weekend. I myself joined, and she promoted this podcast as part of the event as well. It was, to put it simply, magical. It reminded me how it important it is for us to come together as writers. So, that’s what today’s episode is all about. When you’re done listening, find your musical pairing below. Have a good week, my friends. Thanks for Listening! Here’s Your Musical Pairing A track to guide you, gently, into your week. The Writer's Journey is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Writer's Journey at bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

7. 

   7 Sept 2026

   Episode 10 - Please, Don’t Give Up

   Hello, my friends, and welcome back to Dream Drafts: A meditation and mindfulness podcast for writers and creatives designed to help you pause, take a breath, and consider your mental health. September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. As someone focused on raising awareness around mental health issues, I felt my show could make a difference. That being said… This episode of Dream Drafts includes a discussion of suicidal ideation and may be too much for certain listeners. Please consider this before listening. If you need help, there are resources you can access as well. Please don’t fight this battle alone. We’re all on this journey of life together. And while I’m not a doctor or a licensed therapist, I’m always happy to listen. Find links to some of those resources below: * The National Alliance on Mental Illness (https://www.nami.org/stay-connected/events/awareness-events/suicide-prevention-month/) * Mental Health Resources from AudioMazes (https://www.audiomazes.com/support/resources) * Light, Hope, and Stardust (https://www.audiomazes.com/library/light-hope-and-stardust), an audio drama written by Bradley Ramsey (https://substack.com/profile/58050675-bradley-ramsey) and J. Alleyn Winchester (https://substack.com/profile/338301460-j-alleyn-winchester) * National Institute of Mental Health (https://www.nimh.nih.gov/get-involved/digital-shareables/shareable-resources-on-suicide-prevention) If you find yourself struggling and need immediate help, Call or text 988 in the United States to connect with someone for free, confidential support. Thanks for Listening. Here’s Your Musical Pairing I’ll always leave the light on for you, my friends. You’re never alone. 💛 The Writer's Journey is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Writer's Journey at bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

8. 

   31 Aug 2026

   Episode 9: Embracing Your True Self

   Hey friends, and welcome back to Dream Drafts: a meditation and mindfulness podcast for writers and creatives. I’ve been doing a lot of reflecting recently, and I’ve decided that I want to change how this podcast works. Normally, new episodes like this would release for paid subscribers and then unlock a week later. It was a model that I felt good about, but upon further reflection on what this show is all about and what it’s meant to do, I’ve decided that it’s not the right fit. Something like this? Something designed to reach people who need to hear it? It should be set up to reach as many people as possible. So, from here on out, Dream Drafts will be free for everyone. To those who support me and support the show, I truly appreciate you. Other benefits for paid subscribers are in my plans, so I hope you’ll stick around and continue to support the work I do here. And, if you ever want to support me, you can also do so through my Ko-Fi. I’ll leave a link to that below, along with this week’s musical pairing. Thanks for Listening! Here’s Your Musical Pairing A hand-picked song to guide you gently into your week. The Writer's Journey is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Writer's Journey at bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)

9. 

   24 Aug 2026

   Episode 8: One Day at a Time

   Hello my friends, and welcome back to Dream Drafts. This week’s episode is all about slowing down and taking things one day at a time. It’s also about finally finishing that project or task you’ve been putting off. In this episode, I’ll help you break that big scary thing up into smaller pieces. Smaller steps. That way, it becomes more manageable. When you’re done listening, please consider sharing the episode or leaving a review on your podcast platform of choice. And of course, find your musical pairing below. Thanks for Listening, Here’s Your Musical Pairing Listen to this after you’re finished with the show. A nice, relaxing track to send you back into your week. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

10. 

    24 Aug 2026

    Episode 7: Making Peace With the Past

    Hey there. This is Chill Bradley, back with another episode of Dream Drafts. Today’s episode is about the scars we can’t see. The trauma that stays with us. This is a very heavy topic for many of us, so trust me when I say that I will understand if you need to skip this episode. That being said, if you do stay, I hope I can help you heal just a little in the time we spend together this week. Because it’s not your fault that happened to you. It doesn’t make you any less worthy of love or respect. You survived, and that means you’re stronger than you think. And remember, I’m always here if you need to talk. Find your musical pairing below, and keep on keeping on, my friends. Thanks for Listening. Here’s Your Musical Pairing Listen to this after the episode as you head back into your week. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

11. 

    17 Aug 2026

    Episode 6: Letting go of Perfection

    Hello everyone, and welcome back to Dream Drafts: a meditation and mindfulness podcast for writers and creatives. This week’s episode is all about the pursuit of perfection. It starts with some guided meditation, and it concludes with a quote and my thoughts on why perfection is something we all need to let go of in our work. When you’re done listening to the episode, you can find this week’s musical pairing below as well. If you’re enjoying the show, why not share it and spread the word? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

12. 

    3 Aug 2026

    Episode 5: Taking the Leap

    Greetings, friends, and welcome back to Dream Drafts: A meditation and mindfulness podcast for writers and creatives. This week, I’m launching the episode simultaneously for both paid and free subscribers! Today’s episode is my response to the day 1 prompt from the Smogust Story Hoard Challenge I’m hosting alongside The Circus Dragon (https://substack.com/profile/359956591-the-circus-dragon). It’s a brand new D’veen Tale that I hope you all will enjoy. Learn more about this new writing challenge happening throughout August here (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/p/smogusts-story-hoard-week-1-directory). Here is the art that inspired the story in today’s episode: To get new episodes of Dream Drafts every Monday when they release, consider becoming a paid subscriber. In the meantime, please enjoy this week’s special episode and the musical pairing below. Thanks for Listening! Here’s Your Musical Pairing Listen to this after the episode to set the tone for the rest of your week. The Writer's Journey is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

13. 

    3 Aug 2026

    Episode 4: Finishing Your (My) Novel

    Hello friends and welcome back to Dream Drafts: A meditation and mindfulness podcast for writers and creatives. In this episode, I talk about finishing our novels. About the struggle with telling a story that large, and the challenges that come with it. I also talk about some friends here who have inspired me with their recent accomplishments. If you have yet to check out their work, be sure to give them a follow or a subscription: * Mina Howell (https://substack.com/profile/49175532-mina-howell) * Audrey Anderson 🏳️🌈🍉 (https://substack.com/profile/306541243-audrey-anderson) * Isabella Nesheiwat (https://substack.com/profile/150045212-isabella-nesheiwat) * J. Alleyn Winchester (https://substack.com/profile/338301460-j-alleyn-winchester) * Thomas Clark Schecter (https://substack.com/profile/201234345-thomas-clark-schecter) * Johnathan Vance (https://substack.com/profile/514423906-johnathan-vance) * Hallie Jules (https://substack.com/profile/397956315-hallie-jules) * Maryellen Brady 💗📚 (https://substack.com/profile/49871637-maryellen-brady) Thank you for inspiring me every single day to keep going. I’ll finish this novel of mine, one way or another, and when I do, I’ll dedicate it to all of you. Thanks for Listening! Here’s Your Musical Pairing A track to send you off into the week. Keep writing, my friends. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

14. 

    27 Jul 2026

    Episode 3: The Core of Compassion

    Hello, and welcome to the third episode of Dream Drafts: a meditation and mindfulness podcast for writers and creatives. This week’s episode is all about compassion, and it features a quote from Nelson Mandela. Join me for guided meditation, reflection, and a quiet moment to start your week. Thanks for Listening. Here’s Your Musical Pairing A track to listen to before you go… This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

15. 

    20 Jul 2026

    Episode 2: Time Enough for Everything

    Hello friends. Welcome back to Dream Drafts. This week’s episode is all about managing our time. Our guided meditation also takes us to a favorite place from one of your stories. So join me for a quiet moment, a quote, and a topic to reflect on for the next ten to fifteen minutes. I promise you’ll leave feeling better than when you arrived. Here’s This Week’s Musical Pairing Listen to this after the episode to set the stage for the rest of your week. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

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    13 Jul 2026

    Episode 1: Coming Back From Burnout

    Welcome to Dream Drafts, a new mindfulness and meditation podcast for writers. In this first episode, I’ll take you through some focused, guided meditation and affirmations before offering you a quote to reflect on related to burnout. New episodes every Monday. Join me for a chance to pause, breathe, rest, and reflect before you dive into your week. Here’s This Week’s Musical Pairing A curated musical track to pair with this week’s episode. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe (https://bradleyramsey.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)

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