I Finished My First Draft! Time to Panic by Kirsten McNeill
What happens when I finish my first draft? Try not to panic! Here are some tips on how to take care of yourself from Kirsten McNeill.
What happens when I finish my first draft? Try not to panic! Here are some tips on how to take care of yourself from Kirsten McNeill.
Sometimes the hardest part of writing is starting. Kirsten McNeill shares her take on the positive pre-writing ritual to help you get going.
Find out what the author thinks, “what I wish I had known” for advice on being a writer who respects her own time, drive, and desires.
Self care is important for authors to make time for even when it’s difficult to resist the allure of perfectionism and admit you need help.
When an author submits work to a publisher it’s important to prepare for acceptance, even as they strengthen themselves for rejection.
I believe there are a few misconceptions that lead us to put ourselves last where self care is concerned. And it’s not because we don’t love ourselves.
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by Beth Barany · Published September 9, 2014 · Last modified September 8, 2014
For writers: Simple self-care steps to cultivate habits of presence, ease and joy. Presented by my Right-Brain Business Plan cohort, Sheila Pai. Hello dear writers! Do you put others first and find yourself on empty...
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