329. Writers It's OK to Chill Out

To get the writing done, we must show up consistently and keep working—even when it feels difficult. But if we don’t take care of the other parts of our lives or step back when things become too overwhelming, the writing won’t matter anyway. In this episode of Simply Write, Polly Campbell explores how this paradox plays out in her own life and explains why trying too hard can actually stall your creative momentum—and what to do instead. For more on writing craft and crafting a writer’s life, join us at ⁠simplywrite.substack.com⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices