There are 2 ways of working. The first is in batches, a couple of hours one or 2 times a week. The second is bit by bit, day by day. Many people find themselves picking one of the two ways thinking that it's the best way of working. But it turns out it depends on … Continue reading Blogging bit by bit
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Vulnerable creativity
A big part of creativity is being vulnerable. When the work you're producing is not at the level you're content with it may be because of one of 2 reasons. The first is that you're working in a medium that you're so used to that you need to dig deeper in order to produce something … Continue reading Vulnerable creativity
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
Poetry in progress
The sound of the music,The touch of your skin,Yet I still feel hesitant,To just let you in. I originally planned to share a full poem today. The above is part of a poem I started just under a week ago. I have 3 other verses but none of them feel quite done yet. I need … Continue reading Poetry in progress
3 simple tips for successful daily blogging
Shortcuts might be enticing but you can't escape doing the work. Write more than a post a day You'll have days when its easier to write so take advantage. I've had days where I've written a weeks worth of posts which is a stark contrast to the days where writing a single post feels as … Continue reading 3 simple tips for successful daily blogging
On being content with not becoming a writer
Or at least trying to be. I remember being around 16 or 17 telling a classmate about my writing hobby and that I had thought of doing it as a career. At the time I was pretty lost with regard to career plans and my civil engineering dream was becoming less and less likely. My … Continue reading On being content with not becoming a writer
Being a vulnerable writer
It turns out I've been hiding. I've been hiding from the kind of writing that challenges me. I used to think that that meant being more personal and baring my soul. But I was wrong. I think there is beauty in being able to write something that not only moves the reader but also the … Continue reading Being a vulnerable writer
Aspirations, assurance and an abundance of ideas
A few months ago I had an idea for my book and I planned to spend my summer writing in-between picnics, parties and Prosecco. But summer came, summer went and nothing ever came of that book idea. Infact, I don't even remember the idea that I had. But then a few days ago I had … Continue reading Aspirations, assurance and an abundance of ideas
A writers influences
Whatever is going on in my life will be woven through the words I write. At times, I'm like a floatie being pulled and swayed in all kinds of directions. But I'm easily influenced and inspired. From the ages of 16-18 I studied textiles, discovered Seth Godin and read a few books by Dickens. That … Continue reading A writers influences
In a ‘say nothing’ kinda mood
And sometimes the best thing is to say nothing at all. Because if someone isn't willing to listen but is willing to argue and disagree you're probably wasting your time and energy. But other times the reason to say nothing is because you can't quite find the words. You're talking in phrases, stumbling over words … Continue reading In a ‘say nothing’ kinda mood
The Daily Gemm 