Writing consistently can be hard. In fact, doing anything consistently can be hard. But why? My partner Aloha and I had a long conversation about this and came up with 5 reasons. Here they are. Let me know if you have others.

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Here's the link to the (anonymous) survey - https://s.surveyplanet.com/z2yvlesg

Thank you!!!

(The book I mentioned is "The Mom Test" by Rob Fitzpatrick)

Someone on YouTube left the following comment on one of my videos. "Can you comment in regard to writing about something you had been thinking about for years and thought was a somewhat novel concept, only to find someone has already written a book on the same subject? So then, you're left wondering if you have anything of value to offer on it. This is somewhat discouraging. The subject is an overview and explanation of an element of design work that is often overlooked in architecture. Thank you. If you feel like this writer, I'd like to invite you to consider a few things. Join Better Writers -- https://fabiocerpelloni.com/private/

I used to consume lots of content. I used to listen to podcasts while running or driving, watch YouTube videos when having breakfast, and read online articles while queuing at the supermarket. I would squeeze in a bit of learning every time I could. I no longer do that. In 2023, I read Kerri Sackville's "The Secret Life of You: How a bit of alone time can change your life, relationships, and maybe the world." Kerri's stories made me realise I wasn't spending enough time "alone with my thoughts," I phrase I now love. I invited Kerri to share her stories and ideas on my channel. She's an Australian media personality. She's appeared several times on national Australian TV and radio, and she's a regular writer for Sunday Life Magazine, Sydney Morning Herald, and Melbourne Age. She's also the author of 5 non-fiction books. "The Secret Life of You" is her latest one. Read it. It'll change your life. Thanks to those who submitted questions for Kerri, and enjoy the conversation. "You cannot produce original thought without quality time alone in your own mind." -- Kerri Sackville, "The Secret Life of You" KERRI'S LINKS - The Secret Life of You on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Life-You-change-relationships-ebook/dp/B0BNPG9CDL - Kerri's website - https://www.kerrisackville.com.au/ - Instagram @kerrisackville - Facebook @Kerri.Sackville MY LINKS Better Writers - https://fabiocerpelloni.com/private

(The episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/8UFjWDJhCWE)

Isn't it true that on a planet with 8 billion people there will always be someone more skilled and talented and qualified and experienced than us? Being the best in the world shouldn't be the minimum requirement for showing our work. Listen to my ramble for more. LINKS Subscribe to Better Writers for free. You'll get 1 short email a week to help you achieve 1 goal: become a better writer. -- https://fabiocerpelloni.com/private/

I forgot I blogged about "Show Your Work" by Austin Kleon -- https://fabiocerpelloni.com/show-your-work/

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A few weeks ago, I published a video titled "You Have a TINY Book in You. Write It." My story resonated with many people. Some viewers asked me specific questions too. This video is to answer those questions. Hope this helps! LINKS Subscribe to Better Writers for free. You'll get 1 short email a week to help you achieve 1 goal: become a better writer. -- https://fabiocerpelloni.com/private/ The "tiny book" video - You Have a TINY Book in You. Write It. My (tiny) book - https://fabiocerpelloni.com/any-langu... My website - https://fabiocerpelloni.com/

Kathleen Adams is one of the most prominent and established voices in the field of therapeutic writing. She's a best-selling author, speaker, and psychotherapist.

She's the founder and director of the Center for Journal Therapy, the premier source of education and training on the power of writing for healing, growth, and change.

She's also the director of the Therapeutic Writing Institute and adjunct faculty at the University of Denver, where she teaches Writing and Healing, a 10-week course. In an internet poll, Kay was listed (with Anne Frank and Anais Nin) as one of the three most significant influences on contemporary journal keeping.

I learned about her work when I read her first book, Journal to the Self (1990), a classic that has helped define the field of journal therapy. I then had the privilege to meet Kay to ask her questions about journaling.

- What is journaling?

- Why is it helpful?

- What misconceptions do people have about journaling?

- How can we start journaling?

- What journaling techniques are there?

- Is it better to keep a handwritten or digital journal?

- Should you journal only when you're sad?

- How can you become a better writer by journaling?

Kay and I hope this recorded chat will inspire you to write down your thoughts more often.

Enjoy the episode here or watch it on YouTube --https://youtu.be/8FvaRuz21uM

KAY LINKS

- Kay's first book, “Journal to the Self” - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/353624.Journal_to_the_Self

- Kay’s Books - https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/F7818742-54B0-4A8F-8DED-F5CFFC3B2148

- Kay’s gift for you - https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:us:571b7eb5-8dfa-4d29-8c3f-70d583a05bd9

- The Center for Journal Therapy - https://journaltherapy.com/

- The Therapeutic Writing Institute - https://twinstitute.net/

MY LINKS

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"Avoid the passive voice" is cheap writing advice that helps no one. I'll tell you why in this rant.

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