I can't see myself using ChatGPT to write my blog posts because it removes the joy of writing. This blog is something I do for fun, I'm not so keen for the end result that I feel the need to skip the parts that come in between. I write because I like the process of … Continue reading Using ChatGPT to write your blog posts
Tag: process
The planning process
Or how to get caught in false productivity, when really you're just wasting time. You could spend forever planning if you really wanted to. You could write lists, create mind maps and make a 12 month plan. You can do all of those things and make no progress on the project you are planning for. … Continue reading The planning process
How creatives find their flow
It's much easier than you might think. The creative flow or state of being inspired is often held in high regard. It's put on a pedestal as this magical thing. People often like to ask creatives about their process in order to understand how they are able to do what they do. But the thing … Continue reading How creatives find their flow
Marathons and sprints
At some point in your life you'll be faced with the decision of taking a break or keep pushing on. When you're running a marathon you know from the beginning that you have to pace yourself for the long haul. But often we live our lives like it's a sprint. We want the end goal … Continue reading Marathons and sprints
Finding your rhythm
Good things take time. When you start something new you're likely to be unpolished to begin with, you're still learning afterall. But that initial stage is what puts many people off. They get caught up in the idea that they're not good enough. They play the comparison game, often looking at people with much more … Continue reading Finding your rhythm
Finding joy in the things we love
I've been writing a little different lately and trying to figure out the best kind of things to share during this time. My aim is to be relevant but whilst still maintaining my usual style and core themes. I've been thinking a lot about science, history, people and fear. From that I've had so many … Continue reading Finding joy in the things we love
Taking a break
In pursuit of the dream stopping to take a break or to smell the roses might seem like a waste of time. Why stop when there's at least fifty 'leven things that you could be doing at any one time? A great place to start is thinking about why you need a break in the … Continue reading Taking a break
Taking the slower route
Why make something when you can just buy it? Eggs, sugar, butter and flour are all you need to make a cake. Then maybe some vanilla essence, chocolate chips and a bit of frosting to make things a little more interesting. It takes much more time to measure out and mix those ingredients than it … Continue reading Taking the slower route
Here’s the process
I feel like knowing I have to contribute something everyday makes me a little more alert, curious and introspective but in the best possible way. I'm not just ruminating and pondering over things for my own sake but to catch the spark of what is worth sharing. I have specific times of my day where … Continue reading Here’s the process