I’ll start this off with a disclaimer: this is a potentially rough downer-of-an-entry. I’m only posting it because I feel hard truths can be helpful if they’re delivered in a rational way. Don’t be too… Read More »You Can Always Make Changes To Better Your Life
The Myth of the “Tortured Artist”. Throughout history, one common thread in the mystery and allure of the artist is the belief that their art and talent relies on mental illness, addiction, and the like.… Read More »The Myth of the "Tortured Artist"
Outlining in writing. To Outline or Not to Outline? When I write these blogs, I’m often never quite sure what to write about. When I write anything, I’m never really sure where I’m gonna go… Read More »Outline in Writing – To Outline or Not to Outline?
My writing career has never been easy or straightforward. Writing as a career is a daunting task. As writers, the most common career hazard (if you could call it a “hazard”) isn’t burnout or writer’s… Read More »Writing Career – 1 Priceless Lesson
Over my years of writing, I’ve come to understand various things. One is that everyone has different working styles and different concepts that help them improve in what they do. So it should come as… Read More »5 Tips to Becoming a Better Writer
Creative people often take from experience – plucking random occurrences, people, and life events, and placing them in their work. It is critical that an artist have experiences they can draw from to invigorate their… Read More »Finding Inspiration In Anything
Silence is golden. That’s how the cliche goes, at least. And I’ve found that a lot of times, the statement checks out. It’s good to have periods where the serenity blocks out the noise of… Read More »The Benefits of Background Noise
Humans are by nature creative. We like taking a project and seeing it through from beginning to end. It gives us a feeling of pride and a sense of accomplishment. As creative people, we yearn… Read More »For Early Birds and Night Owls, Both Should Set Aside Time.
I’m part of what might call the – Mixtape Generation. When I was younger, my parents exposed me to different styles of music. Like most kids, this meant listening to what they put on. My… Read More »Mixtape and The Importance of An Open Mind
