One of the most challenging parts of writing a book or creating any type of art is dealing with criticism. When you create something, it's hard not to feel attached to it, like any criticism it gets is an attack on you personally. While there are some exceptions (such as genuinely offensive ... READ the POST
What to Do When Writing Stops Being Fun
Recently, I had to get honest with myself and accept that I’d hit burnout on my WIP 1/3 of the way through the second draft of my novel. For a year and a half, I worked on it without taking a break for more than a week or two, except when I moved, which was a stressful experience so it didn’t ... READ the POST
Cozy Winter Ambient Videos for Writing and Working
One of the silver linings that came from quarantine this year was discovering ambient videos on YouTube. I used to go write at coffee shops regularly before the shutdown, so to fill that void, I went looking for ambient videos I could play while writing to simulate the experience a bit. Ambient ... READ the POST
Life-Changing Quotes on Creativity from Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
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If you’re a creative person (in any form) and you read only one personal development book this year, let it be Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert. It’s a therapy session, spiritual guide, best friend, and bible of truths that anyone wanting to live a creative life should ... READ the POST
7 Ways to Get Out of a Rut and Stimulate Your Creativity at Home
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Have you been feeling drained and uninspired? You aren't alone. Getting stuck in a rut can happen to anyone and most people have experienced it at least once in their life. Usually, it just means you've been in your comfort zones for too long and your soul is itching to grow. Of course, right ... READ the POST
11 Quotes on Creativity and Self-Doubt to Inspire You
One of the most common roadblocks that stands between people and their creativity is self-doubt. We are our own worst critics. It may seem like some people are immune to this particular block (or any creative blocks, for that matter) but the truth is that everyone experiences self-doubt. Even the ... READ the POST
