#16. When Learning Becomes Avoiding

#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/].

#18. Time is Not Your Problem

In this episode, we dig into the real reason you can’t seem to find time to write, and, spoiler alert, it’s not your schedule. Through a personal story and some honest reflection, you’ll start to see why writing keeps losing out to everything else on your to-do list and what’s actually driving that pattern. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of what’s holding you back, along with a simple way to start making writing a real priority in your life, even with everything else on your plate. If you’re tired of figuring out how to fit writing into your schedule and are ready to finally commit to writing, this is the episode you don’t want to miss. And if you want help figuring out where to start, 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].

#17. Writing Groups: Yay or Nay?

Are writing groups the secret to staying consistent or the reason you keep second-guessing your work? In this episode, we take an honest look at the benefits and drawbacks of writing groups, so you can decide if they are helping your writing or holding you back. You’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of what to look for and what to avoid, so you can build a writing community that truly supports your goals, confidence, and momentum.  If you’re looking to join a writing group or wondering why your current one is not working, this is an episode you do not want to miss. And if you want to stop second-guessing yourself and show up consistently to the page, 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].