The biggest problem of every perfectionist is that even things which are supposed to be fun, things which should fill us with joy and free our spirit, can become a chore. We can’t do stuff without worrying how well we’re doing, how useful it is, or how much it matters. We’re always trying to outsmart …
The importance of protecting our inner peace
I've never quite managed to take a real break from writing. Not because I write every day (I certainly don't), but because even after weeks or months of not putting in any wordcount, I still think of my story, my ambitions and all the work I still need to do. Always have. And while it …
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How To Stick To Your Goals
Last week I put up two polls to find out what your best and worst habits as writers are, and which attitudes you'd like to change. Thank you all very much for taking the time to vote and comment, it was very informative! As I promised, today we'll discuss the results. I must say I was …
What Are Your Worst And Best Habits As A Writer?
There are patterns in our behavior and our beliefs, which shape our daily life and our future. Some of them are closer to the surface, some are nested deep within us, and typically go undiscovered for most of our lives---if we were normal people, that is. But we're writers, and in the turbulent world of …
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How To Stay On Track With Writing & Blogging
Hey guys! I'm back from my holiday ski-trip with all bones intact, and can't wait to start blogging again! I hope y'all had a great start into the new year, and that you're gonna make 2013 your best year ever. Here's to grabbing opportunity by the throat! Shall we begin? 🙂 Let's talk about staying on …
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