Author Archives: slmattison

Flashes of Ecstasy

Flashes of Ecstasy Sweat slicked skin against rough calloused fingers. A throaty moan, full lips parted. Heat blossoms. A pinch here, a tug there and never-ending swirls below. Every inch licked and nibbled burns in memory. Thoughts scatter, two bodies collide. Legs shake, blood rushes and a gasp gives way to a groan. The sound […]

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How Writing Erotica is a Practice of Self Love (not that kind)

One of the things that has helped me manage my depression and anxiety the most is paying attention and living by my values. I want to live my life for FUN and JOY and not have a job that sucks the soul from my days. I want my life to be something I love and […]

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Depression Kills My Creativity

It seems to be a very common thing for people with depression to be creative. Or maybe creativity breads depression. Whatever it is, it has often been said that many people are more creative when they are depressed. I’ve read accounts of people who have gone on antidepressants and hated them because they were no […]

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