424 What Do You Do When You're Stuck with Cheri Gregory- Part 1

In this enlightening episode of Writing at the Red House, host Kathi Lipp welcomes back frequent guest and co-author Cheri Gregory to discuss a topic crucial for writers at all stages: what to do when you're stuck in your writing process.     Listeners will discover:  - How a canceled book contract became a catalyst for deeper self-discovery and writing growth  - The importance of recognizing when a project needs to evolve or pivot  - Strategies for decoupling regret from self-recrimination in the writing process  - Why writing a book proposal is crucial, even for experienced authors  - The value of understanding your own readiness to write on complex personal topics     Cheri shares her personal journey of transforming a challenging experience with a mother-daughter book project into a powerful exploration of regret and its role in the writing process. This episode offers invaluable insights for writers struggling with writer's block, project direction, or the emotional complexities of writing about personal experiences.     Don't miss the second part of this conversation, where Cheri will provide practical steps for getting unstuck in your writing journey.