Dear Wallflower
Dear Wallflower
Wallflower Journal
Dear Wallflower is a podcast for the woman who desires to deepen her inner world. Every week host Keelia Clarkson (along with frequent guests) reads anonymous letters from listeners — inspired by the model of the beloved “Dear Abby” column, listeners write “Dear Wallflower,” and send in the questions that are important to their story, right now. Send in your questions to [email protected] — everything will be kept anonymous!
80 | How To Stop Feeling Like You Need To Be Productive
This week, Keelia discusses a few ideas to help anyone stuck in a loop of feeling pressured to be productive all the time. LINKS: Keelia's suggestion: 'Everwood' TV show Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Preorder your copy of Chapter One Again: https://tinyurl.com/5ycmuf46 Get your copy of The Wallflower Journal: https://tinyurl.com/mr5mnjc7 Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
May 27
18 min
79 | Longing For The Quiet Life
In this episode, Keelia discusses why we long for the "quiet" life and explores how to bring the peace we're longing for to our everyday lives. LINKS: Keelia's suggestion: Put flowers in your kitchen :) Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Preorder your copy of Chapter One Again: https://tinyurl.com/5ycmuf46 Get your copy of The Wallflower Journal: https://tinyurl.com/mr5mnjc7 Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
May 13
19 min
78 |  Investing In Community As An Introvert
This week, Keelia answers a letter asking about how a Christian who is also introverted can pursue community healthily. LINKS: Keelia's suggestion (Harry Potter audiobook): https://tinyurl.com/w3kfhhww Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Preorder your copy of Chapter One Again: https://tinyurl.com/5ycmuf46 Get your copy of The Wallflower Journal: https://tinyurl.com/mr5mnjc7 Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
Nov 19, 2025
17 min
77 | Meeting His Parents For The First Time
This week, Keelia offers advice on how to make a good first impression when meeting your significant other's family for the first time. LINKS: Keelia's suggestion (preorder Chapter One Again): https://tinyurl.com/5ycmuf46 Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Get your copy of The Wallflower Journal: https://tinyurl.com/mr5mnjc7 Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
Oct 22, 2025
20 min
76 | How To Host A Dinner Party
This week, Keelia offers tips on hosting for those who don't have much experience. LINKS: Keelia's suggestion (Chai tea): https://tinyurl.com/t5wwmcds Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Get your copy of The Wallflower Journal: https://tinyurl.com/mr5mnjc7 Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
Oct 8, 2025
21 min
75 | Finding Your Calling
This week, Keelia discusses the true meaning of "calling" and how we can go about discovering what we were created to do. LINKS: Keelia's suggestion: Watch Gilmore Girls (or another small town show!) Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Get your copy of The Wallflower Journal: https://tinyurl.com/mr5mnjc7 Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
Sep 24, 2025
16 min
74 | Finding Excitement In The Everyday
This week, Keelia shares thoughts on inviting enchantment and joy into your everyday life without having to leave it. LINKS: Keelia's suggestion: Oatmeal chocolate chip cookie recipe Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Get your copy of The Wallflower Journal: https://tinyurl.com/mr5mnjc7 Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
Sep 10, 2025
20 min
73 | Getting Out Of A Reading Rut
This week, Keelia shares tips on how to get out of the dreaded reading rut. LINKS: Keelia's suggestion (Nivea Creme): https://shorturl.at/XLnaU Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Get your copy of The Wallflower Journal: https://tinyurl.com/mr5mnjc7 Read Wallflower's book lists: https://www.wallflowerjournal.com/art-books-media Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
Apr 9, 2025
22 min
72 | Family Drama & The Holidays
On today's new episode, Keelia discusses how best to navigate family difficulties and drama during the holidays. LINKS: Keelia's suggestion (Colombian hot chocolate with cheese): https://tinyurl.com/2j79226c Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Read more about Keelia's novel: https://tinyurl.com/y6fphkdm Get your copy of The Wallflower Journal: https://tinyurl.com/mr5mnjc7 Read Wallflower's article on boundaries: https://tinyurl.com/bdfsdftd Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
Dec 22, 2024
17 min
71 | Are Romance Movies Bad For Us? (with Jillian Schroeder)
On today's new episode, Keelia welcomes writer and film buff Jillian Schroeder to discuss the potential drawbacks (as well as the benefits) of watching romantic movies. LINKS: Jillian's suggestion: Go to your local farmer's market Keelia's suggestion: The 9 Most Romantic Movies Scenes Of All Time (article) Jillian's IG: @tardypilgrimgirl Keelia's IG: @keelia.clarkson Jillian's writing: https://www.eviemagazine.com/author/jillian-schroeder Jillian's Substack: https://tardypilgrim.substack.com/ Visit Wallflower Journal here: www.wallflowerjournal.com
Oct 2, 2024
46 min
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