Ep306: Worst Writing Advice EVER

This week on the podcast Vicky and Joe discuss idling, mowing the lawn (or not as the case may be), never-ending bathrooms, and the worst. writing. advice. EVER. Listen up as Vicky has opinions on the idea that writers have a muse and the muse bestows ideas. Joe weighs in on the topic of motivation. And at the end, as a special treat, Vicky interviews Joe in rapid-fire styleeeee so come and learn a little more about him! Key Takeaways: [2:05] Joe is reading Of Women and Salt and Vicky is reading her second Agatha Christie, an Idler's Manual, and My Left Foot. [4:26] If you are one of the very few people who do not know about My Left Foot, Vicky describes it. [5:47] Vicky makes a -50 degree mistake. [7:24] At Dom's Impact event, Vicky spoke about the magic of writing books. [10:01] Vicky's favorite bad writing advice. [11:58] What happens when you 'write when you are inspired'. [13:00] The idea of inspiration comes, not from the gods, but from hallucinogens. [16:12] Vicky reveals where inspiration truly comes from. [17:56] Look at things. Because a drop of water can contain an entire universe. [20:02] How Vicky gets motivated to write. [22:17] Joe reminds us of the power of habits. [25:01] Joe sums up this show's takeaways, or does he? [26:36] Vicky turns her rapid-fire questions toward Joe. [28:55] How Joe makes Vicky laugh. Mentioned in This Episode: Website Join Vicky's Power Hour Free Writing Calendar Book Breakthrough Jam Moxie Books Podcast Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, and Overcast Email Vicky about 1:1 coaching at: [email protected] The Idler Of Women and Salt Mysterious Affair at Styles An Idler's Manual My Left Foot Swiss Family Robinson