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The writer's therapy
by Samuel Madu
Writers go through so many life and career challenges. With less experience in the field, they are open to indecision, doubts, and questions about their competency. I devote time to dive deep into these questions young writers ask themselves while trying to find their feet in the workplace and industry. Discussing the different issues and bringing solutions to the table
Episodes
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#152- On addressing procrastination in your writing process
I am not here to tell you how procrastination is bad for your creative process I am here to shine a light on how it affects your creativity or improves it. When it comes to writing it is never a one-way street road. Enjoy a week’s free trial of my exclusive newsletter here
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#153- Self-awareness is the most important tool in the writer’s box
You can't amount to any height in writing without self-awareness because art is the expression of self and when you are blind to that then you are blind to everything else Enjoy a week’s free trial of my exclusive newsletter here
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#151- But why should you try writing when nobody reads your work?
In days we can't find any reason to keep moving you need to go within to rediscover yourself and ask yourself the hard questions that brings clarity into your actions and thoughts Enjoy a week’s free trial of my exclusive newsletter here
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#150- Every storytelling must start with you
The key to storytelling is to redirect that focus on yourself and create from there. Your experience and imagination are power. Read the full blog post here Enjoy my exclusive newsletter free for one week here
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#149- Amid doubt what can the writer do
For writers, you are always going to find yourself doubtful of your career now and then but how do you address this issue, how do you come out of it and become your true self? Read the full blog post here I help you put your ideas into writing, subscribe to my exclusive newsletter here
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Ep148- Let’s have a conversation about your stories. Writers only, please.
This episode addresses the issues and excuses we tell ourselves for not writing and telling our stories. As long as you call yourself a writer there is a story in you to tell. Be bold and start today Read the blog post here Enjoy 1 week free of my exclusive newsletter and catch all my exclusive...
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#147- Why I don’t believe in studying other writers
Studying other writers is a waste of time especially when you don't know what influences their creation. Creativity isn't a conscious process and you will never understand this until you create Read the blog post here Enjoy a week's free trial of my newsletter here
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#146- The major reason why writers go mad
As long as you have stories in you you are mad and will go crazy if you are not telling them and letting the world read what you have to offer. You have to be able to break out of your fears and create. Read the full blog post here Join the exclusive newsletter here
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Ep145- A change of perspective every writer should have.
A little change in perspective can be that growth you have been looking for. Knowing how to see things and the interpretation you come to matters a lot and can help you as a writer to break through so many challenges Read the full blog post here Join the exclusive newsletter here
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#144- The road to consistent writing and publishing till the end of 2023
Creating an environment is the key to staying consistent with your writing and publishing daily. If you can address your issues with your environment you can write consistently and end 2023 strong Read the blog post here Join the newsletter and get 3 banging articles on writing every day here
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#143- There are no failures in writing
There are no failures in writing and the educational system who told you there is one doesn't understand how the real world works. Learn how to write publicly and let the public tell what is working and what isn't. Read the blog post here Join the exclusive newsletter here
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Ep142- I didn’t feel like writing today but this is why my excuse didn’t work.
You need to understand your objective as a writer because there will be days you don't feel like it and the only escape from those days is to understand the reason why you choose to write in the first place. Read the full blog post here Join the exclusive newsletter and get all past and future...
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#141- The writing analogy of the kangaroo and giraffe
Perspective makes great writers and as a writer, you can be a kangaroo or a giraffe. How strong your perspective depend on how strongly you see things and interpret them. Read the blog post here Get my daily publication here
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#140- The escaping fact about imposter syndrome for writers
Imposter syndrome is something we can hardly get rid of and as long as you keep climbing the ladder of success you will find it in every room. You either make peace with it or it affects your judgment Read the blog post here I write 3x every day on writing. Get them in your inbox
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#139- Vulnerability is the cornerstone of great writing
For people to resonate with you on a deeper level you must first understand vulnerability and the power of honesty. Read the blog post here I write 3x every day on writing. Get them in your inbox
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#138- Writing does not require talent
I have never felt like writing requires talent. I have always believed that if you can put in the work and address some little difficulties here and there you will find the solution you need
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#137- Good stories are easy to tell, great stories are easy to visualize
Great storytellers tell it differently. Sometimes you wonder how they do it and what inspires them to do it the way they do but it is there and there is something you can learn from there.
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#136- Writers tend to find their confidence in following this path.
When you are still stuck on publishing your work you should create a safe group. listen to the podcast and get more insight
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#135- Why writers have a problem with communicating their story
Without having a clear end goal it will be difficult trying to communicate your story and give it the structure that appeals to readers and make them hardcore fans
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#134- Writing is supposed to be easy.
Telling yourself that writing should be difficult means that you are not supposed to be doing the things you think you should be doing. Writing is meant to be easy and really easy when you are doing it the right way
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#133- The path to great writing; Talent or devotion?
The path to great writing is a thing of choice. Are you choosing talent or are you choosing devotion? Any path you choose will demand more from you
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#132- Going beyond the constant doubt and insecurity of ideas
Only by putting yourself out there that you can overcome the fear of doubt and the insecurity that comes with sharing your ideas. Writer do need to find comfort in what they do and how they share their idea
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#131- From criticism to creativity: The one thing a writer should seek
You must learn to embrace criticism in your everyday life and use it creatively. Without criticism, it can be hard to see growth in your career
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#130- The undying love for writing.
The only thing that sustains writers during the days of attention drought is the genuine love for their craft and without it, it can be difficult to to maintain pace and stay consistent.
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#129- Does your writing sound like processed carbs or a healthy home diet?
What are you leaving your readers with? Are they leaving your content like they have been fed something healthy or are they feeling like they consumed junks? It is up to you.
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#128- The easiest way writers can learn and enjoy storytelling
The way to storytelling isn't that hard. If you can understand that it starts with everything around you and how you tell them in a compelling way it becomes easy for you to tell stories
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#127- Until you read well you can’t write well
Reading is the foundation of writing and when you are not an avid reader it becomes difficult to properly articulate and express your ideas on paper.
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#126- The deciding factor in every writer’s life
There's always a deciding factor in the life of a writer. You don't get called a writer until have seen yourself doing this and having the people validated the things you create
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#125- How writers can confront their doubts and indecisiveness
In learning how to be a writer there's a vital point one must know first before taking on this challenging career.
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#124- How storytelling can be done easily
Storytelling is not supposed to be hard. It is an easy and simple process if you have an observing eye and know how to create the right feeling.
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#123- Finding the balance between your curiosity and what the audience wants
Finding the balance between your curiosity and what the audience wants can be difficult at times and that is the reason you want to be more than a writer to find this sweet spot
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#122- 3 powerful morning routine for writers to maintain productivity
Writers are related to athletes because just like them our work requires constant training and practice to be perfected and without consistency, we might fail. This morning routine keeps us in line Writer's camp cohort- https://lordsamii.gumroad.com/l/uyi Join my community-...
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#121- How writers can consistently publish amid all the insecurities
It is not advisable to jump into the ocean when you haven't built the right confidence to do so and that is why writers have difficulty sharing their work with the public but this is how you can navigate your way around it Writer's camp cohort- https://lordsamii.gumroad.com/l/uyi Join my…
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#120- Why storytelling is difficult for a lot of people and the fix for it
So much storytelling advice on the internet continues to make people not good at storytelling. You must see storytelling as a thing of relaxation with your close friends or you miss the point Writer's camp cohort- https://lordsamii.gumroad.com/l/uyi Join my community-...
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#119- Writers should understand this first before finding a niche.
Writers worry about finding a niche but forget this simple secret that goes beyond any niche. Until you find this answer it will be difficult to stay true and consistent with a niche Writer's camp cohort- https://lordsamii.gumroad.com/l/uyi Join my community- https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite...
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#118- What writers need to understand about figuring it out
Writers need to understand that there's no laid-out hack or map for them to great writing. That there's only one way to figure things out and it might be unbelievable Writer's camp cohort- https://lordsamii.gumroad.com/l/uyi Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite Follow me on...
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#117- The easiest way writers can deal with self-doubt
As writers we are stuck in questions, questions that remove us from truly creating from our true essence. If we can learn to address doubt then we can be free from such bondage Writer's camp cohort- https://lordsamii.gumroad.com/l/uyi Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A...
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#116- The beginning of all great writing advice
If writers can learn this writing every other writing advice becomes irrelevant and they can learn to focus on the right thing Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and publishing confidently here https://selar.co/49r321…
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#115- Writers find fame and start hiding in words
Writers find their voice and lose it immediately after they have fame or recognition for it and this is how they can learn to escape that trap or loophole Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and publishing confidently for...
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#114- The traditional media died when writers realized they no longer needed permission
The moment writers realized they no longer needed permission the traditional media died and lost its hold on both the creator and the audience. Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and publishing confidently...
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#113- Dear writer stop trying to be an expert
We all have a story and curiosity and writers don't need permission or a degree to express and talk about their curiosity. Be free and open Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and publishing confidently…
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#112- Ignore the noise. This writing advice is killing your writing
The internet has given us the opportunity to find valuable advice but that same advice has become the problem of so many writers. It has made them lose more than they can benefit. Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and...
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#111- Creating an environment that caters to your writing career
Every great writer understands that their environment plays a major role in their career. How have you shaped yours to help elevate your writing? Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and publishing confidently for $4.99 here...
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#110- It is an illness to choose to write without publishing your ideas
Don't just write but learn to publish your ideas and enjoy the benefit of feedback and criticism Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and publishing confidently for $4.99 here https://selar.co/49r321 Follow me on socials-...
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#109- The easiest way a writer can create a strong writers-readers relationship
For writers, it all comes down to honesty and being vulnerable in your writing. To create those bonds with your readers that last forever you have to make use of their compassion. Making them see things from your own perspective Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A…
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#108- Writers who face more rejection end up with better stories.
There's a jewel in every rejection we face as writers and not every writer knows how to find that jewel in their rejection. Rejection liberates the writer but first, there are some things to learn Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on...
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#107- This is the only way to clear writing and it is not just clear thinking
You have to go beyond clear thinking to properly know how to communicate your ideas and stories. When you find the key you are going to find yourself communicating and writing clearly Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and...
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#106- My struggle with writing with imposter syndrome
Imposter syndrome is the sickness of progress especially in writing and creative career. You never really get rid of it, you just learn to live with it Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and publishing confidently for $4.99...
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#105- Is your trauma also affecting the way you write and think of writing
So many writers are known to let the past define their future and how they choose to create. Allowing your trauma to have an upper hand in your creation is killing your creativity Join my community https://www.patreon.com/coolcatinvite A compilation of 31 of my best blog posts on writing and...
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#104- Dear writers, here’s why your writing lacks depth.
You either learn to communicate your vulnerabilities or stand to lose readership. Writers lack depth in their writing because of this simple fact. Get involved, learn to write, enjoy live streams, meet like-minded writers, and cohort together in the liveliest writer’s community online. join here
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Writers go through so many life and career challenges. With less experience in the field, they are open to indecision, doubts, and questions about their competency. I devote time to dive deep into these questions young writers ask themselves while trying to find their feet in the workplace and industry. Discussing the different issues and bringing solutions to the table
HOSTED BY
Samuel Madu
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