#23. How to FIRE Up a Stalled Manuscript

#23. How to FIRE Up a Stalled Manuscript

Getting back to an unfinished manuscript isn't just about finding the time. It's about knowing where to start. In this episode, I break down the FIRE method: four steps that take you from stuck and avoidant to back at the page with real momentum. Whether your manuscript has been sitting for six months or six years, this episode will show you the way back. BONUS!! Download your FREE Writer's Compass assessment at www.theabundantwriter.com/compass [http://www.theabundantwriter.com/compass]. This simple but powerful tool takes a clear, honest look at every part of your writing practice and shows you exactly what to focus on so you can build the confidence and consistency you dream of. For additional resources and to join the monthly newsletter, visit www.theabundantwriter.com [http://www.theabundantwriter.com] and follow Kristina on Instagram @theabundantwriter [http://instagram.com/theabundantwriter]

#22. You're Not Lazy

You live a full life. You work hard, and you show up for everyone and everything, except...your book. Maybe you think of yourself as lazy when it comes to writing. But what if that's the wrong word entirely? In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what's really going on when you can't make yourself sit down and write and what it takes to actually overcome that resistance. BONUS!! Download your FREE Writer's Compass assessment at www.theabundantwriter.com/compass [http://www.theabundantwriter.com/compass]. This simple but powerful tool takes a clear, honest look at every part of your writing practice and shows you exactly what to focus on so you can build the confidence and consistency you dream of. And when you're ready for more structure and support on your writing journey, schedule a free call with Kristina [https://calendar.app.google/3x7nyRZzPomwJnALA]. For additional resources, visit www.theabundantwriter.com [http://www.theabundantwriter.com] and follow Kristina on Instagram @theabundantwriter [http://instagram.com/theabundantwriter]

#21. Will My Book Be Good Enough?

Will my book be good enough? You've asked yourself this question or others like it. It sounds like a reasonable concern, but what if it’s something else trying to sabotage your dreams? In this episode, we break down exactly what's happening when self-doubt tries to talk you out of finishing your manuscript, and I walk you through the three-step process I use myself and with writers to shut it down.  Plus, grab my FREE guide, 7 Simple Shifts to Quiet Your Inner Writing Critic [https://www.theabundantwriter.com/shifts], to keep the momentum going after you listen. Your book deserves to be finished. Let's get you there! You can also download a FREE Writer's Compass assessment at www.theabundantwriter.com/compass [http://www.theabundantwriter.com/compass]. This simple but powerful tool takes a clear, honest look at every part of your writing practice and shows you exactly what to focus on so you can build the confidence and consistency you dream of. Connect with Kristina at www.theabundantwriter.com [http://www.theabundantwriter.com]. Also mentioned in this podcast: “Don’t Let the Forest In” by C.G. Drews (2024)

#20. Who Are You As a Writer?

If you can't answer this question, you're not alone, but it's foundational to building a writer's identity. And this is a critical component of developing confidence as a writer. Knowing WHY you write won't make the hard days disappear, but it will make them survivable. In this episode, we explore how knowing your purpose as a writer can be your most powerful tool, the thing you return to when you're afraid, burned out, or wondering if it's all worth it. You'll get three life-changing journal prompts to help you figure out your why and use it to gain more focus and a clearer voice in your writing. As a BONUS for listeners, download your FREE Writer's Compass assessment at www.theabundantwriter.com/compass [http://www.theabundantwriter.com/compass]. This simple but powerful tool takes a clear, honest look at every part of your writing practice and shows you exactly what to focus on so you can build the confidence and consistency you dream of. Connect with Kristina at www.theabundantwriter.com [http://www.theabundantwriter.com].

#19. Make Morning Pages Work For You

What if the secret to unlocking your best writing happens before you ever open your manuscript? In this episode, we're exploring morning pages, the simple practice from Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way (1992) that has transformed the creative lives of writers and other creatives around the world. Whether you've tried them before and drifted away, or you've been curious but weren't sure where to start, this episode will show you how to make them work for you. You'll walk away understanding why morning pages do what they do (it goes deeper than you might think), when they're most powerful, and how to build a version of the practice that fits your life. No rigid rules required! As a bonus for listeners, download your FREE Writer's Compass assessment at www.theabundantwriter.com/compass [http://www.theabundantwriter.com/compass]. This simple but powerful tool takes a clear, honest look at every part of your writing practice and shows you exactly what to focus on so you can build the confidence and consistency you dream of. Connect with Kristina at www.theabundantwriter.com [http://www.theabundantwriter.com]. Mentioned in this podcast: “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron (1992). Also check out this great article about Morning Pages by Chris Winfield [https://www.chriswinfield.com/morning-pages/].