The New Girls Club

My Relationship with Writing  Whenever I thought about my relationship with writing, I imagined one of two things. First that writing and I had a sexy lil' love affair. Just like Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City I'd sit down on a Friday night after a long hard day at my joe job, pour myself a glass of Malbec, and write something funny, smart and profound that means something to people. The other scenario was that writing and I were best friends. So, like any good best friend would, I'd take my laptop to a coffee shop around the corner, buy it a fancy latte and spend the entire afternoon creating hilarious content for the masses.  Source   Yet, whenever I try and do that, my anxiety steps in. Very quickly things turn into  "Stress in the City". I can't seem to shut my anxious brain off and step into the creative shoes of a comedy writer. I should be thinking beginning, middle, and end. Instead, I'm thinking "I should probably fold the laundry befo...

5  Toronto Comedians to follow on Social Media This year we all spent a bit more time online trying to find another way to connect with each other. Yet, it seems like every time we scroll through social media its bad news on top of bad news. That's why I am so glad I follow these hilarious comedians. Their accounts give me hope, inspire me to create the things I want to create, and distract me from things I'm worried about - even for just a few minutes. 1. Amanda Pereira  Instagram: @hotcoldspicy Amanda is doing everything right. Her Podcast Liquid Courage is truly a love letter to female creators in the entertainment industry. The knowledge and expert advice this podcast has for local females in the entertainment industry is unparalleled. Her positive outlook and dynamic attitude make for the perfect host of this honest podcast. Whether she knows you or not, she is cheering you on. Amanda is such a great supporter of women in the arts and her Instagram stories are always en...

5 Local Female Run Businesses to Support This year has tough on everyone. You may have lost your job, been sick, or struggled with mental health. However, some women I know have truly excelled throughout this past year. Whether taking up a hobby during quarantine, or really focusing on their passions when given some extra time, these small business owners are all creating beautiful works of art that they would love to share with you.  So here are 5 of my badass friends who own and operate small businesses in South Western Ontario .  1. Born Pretty Basic Jewellery bornprettybasic.com   @bornprettybasic Born Pretty Basic was created by Erin Friedman in Toronto Ontario in 2020. Erin wanted a way to feel creative and trendy during quarantine without breaking the bank. Her interest in fashion and jewellery brought her to create her own style of jewellery that is now Born Pretty Basic Jewellery. Erin's small business does simple and trendy in the coolest way, but can als...

The New Girls Club is here to celebrate all the local leading ladies that are excelling in a field that may have once been known as "An Old Boys Club." I will shine a spotlight on local works of artists within South Western Ontario but won't limit myself to South Western Ontario. My blog will share also share stories about inspiring women from around the world who are making their mark in their communities.  Who am I you ask? My name is Anna Smith, I am 25 years old and I am a comedian, actor and writer originally from London, ON. I have been living in Toronto for the past 5 years pursuing my comedy career. I love to be silly and preform sketch comedy and sometimes stand up comedy. However, I constantly struggle with anxiety and depression . Sometimes comedy and writing can help me out of it, but sometimes it makes my anxiety worse. I hope I can use this blog for a lot of comedy, but sprinkle in some honesty about the twins everyone hates, anxiety and depression. It help...