Why do you need talking points? Maybe you need to give a speech or a presentation. Maybe you just want to organize your thinking around a big topic so that if you have an impromptu conversation, you feel prepared. It’s easier to hold a few talking points than to try to memorize an entire story… Continue reading How to Use Freewriting to Develop Talking Points
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Are You Scared of Bright Shiny Books?
If you’ve been to an art gallery, especially an art gallery showing anything remotely modern or abstract expressionist, you’ve probably heard someone say “Pssh. That looks like something I could have done.” Maybe you’ve said it yourself: “I could have done that.” OK, but you didn’t. Maybe that’s a hum-dinger to ponder. I can’t speak… Continue reading Are You Scared of Bright Shiny Books?
Is it BS When People Say Writers Should “Trust the Process?”
People say to “trust the process” but what does that mean? It can mean a lot of things. Some advice might feel watered down, like suggesting to someone who is genuinely blocked that they can fix all their problems by “chilling out.” On the other hand, trusting the process is actually quite profound. When your… Continue reading Is it BS When People Say Writers Should “Trust the Process?”
Should You Force Yourself to Write When You Feel Resistance?
I’m assuming you love to write. Sometimes it’s bliss, it’s ferocious and delicious. You’re on fire. Other times, nothing comes. Or it feels flat. You write because you have to. You force it. So maybe you pour yourself more coffee. if it doesn’t help you write faster, at least it will help you get frustrated… Continue reading Should You Force Yourself to Write When You Feel Resistance?
Use Morning Freewriting to Live With Intent and Clarity
It’s vital to spend the early hours of each day focused on the activities that bring us the most richness and depth. Studies consistently show how the happiest and most productive people spend their early morning hours doing things that some people struggle to ever get around to. Many people face a daily struggle of… Continue reading Use Morning Freewriting to Live With Intent and Clarity