I joined a weekly writing group, and it was the best decision I've made all year.
Most Important Lesson I’ve Learned in 2018
Turn Fear Into Productivity
Fear is a real part of my life. A real emotion I feel every day. And with the new year coming up, I've started thinking about the direction I want my life to go and how to get there.
4 Things To Avoid When You’re Trying To Focus
Every writer knows that as soon as you sit down to write, focus tries to allude you. Some days it's easier than others to hang onto, but here are four things I avoid when I write.Â
Preparedness = SUCCESS!
I went to university in Scotland, and over there they do classes differently. Preparedness is valued, and if you aren't prepared, you receive judgmental glares from a disappointed lecturer who then marks down your paper. Uni exhausted me, but I did learn my lesson.
St Andrews, Scotland
Running down a centuries-old pier. Seagulls soaring overhead. Their ability to sense food was uncanny.Â
How I Fix Repetition
Sometimes when I'm writing, I notice that I'm saying the same thing over and over. It's not fun to read. Then I feel like a failure and a crappy writer that no one will ever like or want to publish. So I've come up with a simple method to help.
Training To Be Creative On Demand
I am not a morning person. Mornings are a nice concept, but I don't have to experience them to know they happen. When I started writing, I realized that mornings were a huge part of my day.
My Favorite Writing Exercise
This might be sort of silly, but I love mugs. I made a rule for myself to curb the habit. I don’t buy mugs unless they give me inspiration. It’s turned into a writing exercise that helps me improve my writing.
Jules Conrad 