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Every week, I share ideas on the writer's mindset, creativity, and the writing process. Regain the self-belief and trust in your own creative gifts.Ā 

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Write Things: On learning technique mindset technique Feb 06, 2025

Hello writers,

Technique is a frequent topic in my writing groups, and this week, it took center stage in my Enhance Your Storytelling course.

For many writers, technique can be a source of confidence or doubt—an accolade or an obstacle.

Let me explain. 

Idea: On...

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Write Things: On getting back on the horse inner critic mindset procrastination Jan 30, 2025

Hello writers,

While January can motivate some of us to dive into new projects, routines, or habits, it can have the opposite effect on others.

As the month comes to an end, I want to offer something for those of you who aren’t happy with where your writing or routine...

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Write Things: On building confidence and trust in your writing mindset Jan 09, 2025

Happy New Year, Writers!

I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and are feeling ready to embrace the creative possibilities of the year ahead.

Lately, I’ve been contemplating something I think many of us grapple with: how we develop confidence in our abilities and...

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Write Things: On defending yourself from criticism criticism inner critic mindset Dec 19, 2024

Hello writers!

This topic might be controversial for some. 

Remember, everything in life is just a story. The beliefs we hold are simply the ones we’ve deemed to be “true.”

 


 

Idea: On Mindset

Never defend yourself or your art against criticism....

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Write Things: On the journey to our dreams mindset perfectionism procrastination Dec 05, 2024

Hello writers, 

This is a ‘tip of the iceberg’ newsletter. If you like the topic and would like me to go deeper into it, reply and let me know. 

Idea: On Mindset

You don’t have to publish your stories—or even write them. Creative expression is...

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Write Things: On investing in your craft mindset Nov 14, 2024

Hello Writers,

With Bitcoin reaching new highs, let’s talk about a different kind of investment.

Idea: On Mindset

With the recent upsurge in the stock and crypto markets, it’s probably a good time to talk about investing—in your writing.

Like the stock market,...

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Write Things: On the scary part of writing mindset Oct 31, 2024

Hello Writers,

Here’s my attempt at a Halloween-themed newsletter. 

Idea: On Fear

Fear can haunt every storyteller: fear of sharing our stories, of criticism, of being told we're not writers, that our stories don't matter. Fear that our time and effort will be wasted,...

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Write Things: On the power of the stories we tell ourselves mindset Sep 12, 2024

Hello writers,

I'm going to share with you one of the most important ideas I can. 

Here it is. 

Idea: On mindset

As writers, each of you are uniquely equipped to make your dreams come true.

In order to do so, you must first be conscious of this ability. 

The...

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Write Things: On the perfect story vs. the next story mindset perfectionism procrastination Aug 08, 2024

3 Thoughts on Mindset:

1. Many writers I work with believe, on some level, that the reception of their first book or work will define their future success and self-worth as an author, causing them to set near-impossible expectations for the quality of the writing and story. ...

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