Sounds remedial, I know. But why don’t you take a moment to write down what success really is. No, seriously. I’ll wait. Not all that easy, is it? When I coach individuals, particularly women, writers and women writers, they seem to define success in others’ terms. They’re looking outward for someone else to draw the parameters that define success. Here’s how I believe a writer should define success. It’s not what you think. You are a success if… You are pursuing your dream. So you want to be a writer. Great. Are you working toward that goal? I’m not referring to the dozens of already published novels by Susie May Warren or Rachel Hauck. I’m asking if you are making strides toward your goal? If so, you’re a success. You […]
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Blast the Winter Blues, part 3: Choose Time Wisely
For those of you who are hibernating up north, I’m sure you are tucked away with a fleece blanket, hot cocoa and your laptop, hammering out word count. For those of us who spend winters in Florida, that’s the time we love to be outdoors in the bright sunshine and warmth. The key to blasting the winter blues is to recognize the differences in your time and use it wisely. For example, this time of year, I always want to be outside. I live in central Florida and the weather is to die for. If I’m cooped up inside typing out a word count, I become depressed. Seriously. It ain’t pretty. Conversely, hot, sticky summers in the Sunshine State dehydrate me and drive me indoors. I know this about my […]
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Blast the Winter Blues, Part 2: Dream Warmly
Nothing helps you beat the “baby it’s cold outside” winter blues like dreaming of the sands of sunny Florida beaches. I mean, just think about it… right now. Yes, now. Warm, fine, white sand sifting between your toes. Ahhhh… For someone like me who doesn’t particularly care for sand between my anything, that would seem more like a nightmare than a warm dream. But, as a writer, you can always dream warmly regarding your prose and your career. Regardless of where you are on your journey, you turn up the heat of your imagination and dream yourself right into being a New York Times Best Seller. Just close your eyes and dream. It’s really easy and one of the quickest ways to blast the winter blues. Here are a few […]
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Blast the Winter Blues, Part One: Hibernate Wisely
Most of the country is knee deep in snow and ice of the mid-winter blues. Going out is like having a root canal, a very painful experience. You’d rather pass, thank you very much. You’re hibernating. I get it. Ok, since I live in central Florida, I don’t suppose I totally get it. But, hang with me here. This is for your own good. You can only watch reruns of NCIS a billion times before your brain turns to slush and your TV explodes. So, what are you to do? Wouldn’t you just love to usher in the springtime having had a very productive hibernation? I’m sure you would. Who wouldn’t? In order to stop and smell the roses in April, you have to hibernate wisely today. Here are some […]
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