Writers often have day jobs, too many projects, don’t take enough breaks, and feel immense pressure to publish. Does this resonate? Are you sometimes overwhelmed? Yesterday I had such a …
The Power of “Catalyst Goals”
I recently realised I’ve been tricking myself when I set my goals. Instead of doing what matters, I worked diligently through my to-do list, completing admin, writing blog posts, creating …
3 Steps to Finish Your Writing by the End of the Year
As soon as the Fall started, I’ve been waking up exhausted. The days are getting shorter, my energy runs low, and I feel blocked. I almost want to slip into …
How To Get Into the Writing Flow With 6 Simple Habit Cues
Photo by Paige Cody on Unsplash “In order to get that feeling of flow, a writer needs to get in the zone and stay in the zone.” — Tracy Chevalier, in Swallowed by a Whale: …
Stop Chasing New Topics To Write “Original” Content
Photo by Everton Vila on Unsplash You don’t have to say something completely new. Just say something that feels true — in a way that people can hear. “You find a way to make …
How to Start A Writers’ Group for Entrepreneurs
Photo by Marvin Meyer on Unsplash Boost Your Accountability and Creative Flow “Writing is like running, or any kind of exercise: it can be motivating to share your experience with …
Why Challenges Help Us Get Stuff Done
Photo by Jukan Tateisi on Unsplash Have you ever felt that your days are just dragging on? Then, someone invites you to a 10-day challenge, and you get all excited and start working …
How to Plan Your Month With a ‘Goal Freedom’ Mindset
Photo by Aditya Saxena on Unsplash We tend to think that there is only one way to free ourselves from a goal: by completing it. But there is another way, which gives you …
How to Get Back Into Writing After A Long Hiatus
Photo by Tim De Pauw on Unsplash If you’ve ever taken a break from writing, you know how challenging it can be to get back into it again. Each holiday or even long …
3 Ways to Finish Your Writing Project Before the End of the Year
Are you dreading the new year? Still not finished with your book, article, or blog posts? Here are 3 ways to overhaul your system, recommit, and finish before the year …