We all fumble when we come to our writing time. some of us don’t know what we have to accomplish. So, we check email, cruise the internet, text, and read unnecessary things. Wouldn’t it be great to come to our writing time and know precisely what we will work on? I have been time blocking…
We all struggle with our cultural norms for excellence and perfectionism. It’s like we can never measure up. And the more we strive and the faster we run and try to measure up, the less we do. It’s like chasing an impossibly moving emblem. Perfectionism has impacted all of us in countless ways. We have…
The path to becoming a successful writer is often fraught with challenges, rejections, and moments of self-doubt. In this unpredictable journey, one quality stands out as a beacon of hope and resilience – tenacity. Tenacity, the relentless pursuit of one’s goals in the face of adversity, is a trait that can transform an aspiring writer…
Writing is not just a craft–it’s a journey filled with highs and lows, breakthroughs and setbacks. In this rollercoaster of creativity, writers often find themselves grappling with self-doubt and the overwhelming nature of their chosen path. One powerful tool that can help navigate this tumultuous terrain is the practice of maintaining a success journal. This…
I have been watching my dog, Milo since I adopted him a few years ago. I discovered dogs have a lot of wisdom to offer writers. There is so much that’s innately genuine about a dog. They know how to love and they never worry about what others think about them. As long as they…
Setting effective writing goals is crucial for any aspiring writer seeking to enhance their skills, productivity, and overall success. The SMART criteria—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound—provides a structured framework for goal-setting. In this article, I’ll delve into how to apply the SMART principles to your writing goals, ensuring a clear path to success. Specific:…
Hi there all, I am participating in the 12 Days of Christmas with Julie Hedlund. Today, Julie Hedlund encouraged us all to take stock of all of our successes for this past year. Here are mine. I hope I may have inspired you to do the same. It really is therapeutic and invigorating! My Successes…
In the vast landscape of words, ideas, and creativity, writers often find themselves navigating through a sea of possibilities. However, in order to sail purposefully through this expansive realm, it is essential for a writer to have a clear sense of direction. One powerful tool to define this direction is a mission statement—a concise yet…
As the calendar turns a fresh page, writers are presented with an opportunity to embark on a new literary journey. It’s a time to reflect on past accomplishments, set new goals, and most importantly, establish a mission statement for the year ahead. Crafting a mission statement at the beginning of each new year is a…
It’s hard to believe that we’re at the end of 2023! Where has the time gone?! This can be a difficult time for writers. This is especially the case if we didn’t have a productive year, or not as productive as we’d like. We may feel that we struggled to set goals and achieve them….