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Why You Have To Do Something Bigger Than Yourself (It’s Worth It)

Why You Have To Do Something Bigger Than Yourself (It’s Worth It)

written by Bryan Hutchinson

Last week Jeff Goins (the dude who wrote the foreword for my book), posted something deceptively simple and quite thought provoking, “Why I Write”. In his post he talked about, you guessed it – Why he writes.

Jeff ended his post with an invitation to his readers to share why they write in the comments. I typed off an answer, but I soon realized there was so much more to it and suddenly I found myself going deep.

When the rest of my answer came to me, I was floored. I have a feeling that a lot of writers, and other creative types for that matter, will find themselves identifying with the rest of my answer.

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How You May Be Sabotaging Your Gift to Write Words That Matter

How You May Be Sabotaging Your Gift to Write Words That Matter

written by Bryan Hutchinson

As writers, we are by our very nature, critical thinkers, but for some reason we don’t think too much about the ramifications of our own counterintuitive self-talk.

All too often we allow doubt to rule over us and take command of our gift to write words that matter. We tend to think that the harder we are on ourselves the better we will become. We challenge ourselves and, unfortunately, to do this most of us are drawn to using reverse psychology. Hey, even some of the greats have advised it.

But what if reverse psychology is one of the many tools doubt uses to cause you to stall, and even, give up?

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A Why-Not Guide To Happiness – Book Description Winner

A Why-Not Guide To Happiness – Book Description Winner

written by Bryan Hutchinson

Thank you to everyone who participated in the “Happy Every Day” book description contest. The winners have been chosen.

Before I get to the winners I want to remind you that there is only one day left to enter the drawing for the blog entry contest. It’s super simple to enter and you can find out how to at this link.

Now, the winners…

Arc de Triomphe Paris

Photo Taken from the top of the Arc de Triomphe, Paris by Bryan Hutchinson

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Three Ways Commuting Can Enhance your Creativity

Three Ways Commuting Can Enhance your Creativity

written by Nicole Gulotta

If you have a commute longer than 15 minutes, you’ve probably dreamed about living within walking distance.

Maybe you’ve added up the hours you’d save in a week if you didn’t have to drive or take the subway. Maybe you’ve resented your job for demanding even more of your time that could otherwise be spent pursuing other interests. Maybe you’d prefer to be exercising, grocery shopping, or spending time with your children instead of commuting. We’ve all been there.

But did you know that there’s a silver lining to commuting?

Photo Credit: CC By Slightly Everything

Photo Credit: CC By Slightly Everything

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Why Writers are the Most Brutal Critics of other Writers

Why Writers are the Most Brutal Critics of other Writers

written by Bryan Hutchinson

As writers, it seems our reputations precede us when it comes to giving harsh criticism to fellow writers.

But is it true? Are we each other’s most brutal critics?

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Writing For YOU

Writing For YOU

written by The Magic Violinist

I’ve gotten bored with my book. A few years ago, I would’ve freaked out.

Oh no! I would’ve thought. Maybe my book sucks. Maybe the characters are totally flat. Maybe the plot is too simple. Maybe it’ll never get published and even if it does everyone will hate it because it’s too bland!

Now I’ve learned to calm down. The key to becoming excited about your book again is to chill. Don’t panic.

Write What You Love

Write What You Love

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Shattering the Myths about The Midas Touch and Success

Shattering the Myths about The Midas Touch and Success

written by Bryan Hutchinson

There’s a common belief that we need the Midas touch to become a bestselling author like Stephen King, a famous TV host like Oprah, or even a successful producer like David Geffen.

But do we, really?

Today I’m going to shatter myths about the Midas touch and share with you what we all do have within us that is much, much better.

The Midas Touch

The Midas Touch

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Creative Flow: How to Silence Negative Voices and Write

Creative Flow: How to Silence Negative Voices and Write

written by Guest Post
From Bryan: This is a guest post by Josh Irby. Josh is a writer who lives in Sarajevo, Bosnia-Herzegovina with his wife and four children. For more than a decade he has worked with university students, helping them tell better stories with their lives. If you come to Sarajevo, you will likely find him in the corner of a local café sipping a macchiato and talking with friends. Visit Josh’s blog www.joshirby.com

My children are inquisitive. When I am driving they ask at least one question per minute. Sometimes, their questions come so quickly and loudly I cannot hear my own thoughts.

I feel like my brain is being hijacked.

Often, when I sit down to write, I feel the same way. I try to engage my mind with the world of words but my mind is under new management. I am no longer in control.

Photo Cred: Dreamstime

Photo Cred: Dreamstime

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Creative Flow: There is Magic in Asking Yourself The Right Questions

Creative Flow: There is Magic in Asking Yourself The Right Questions

written by Bryan Hutchinson

The wrong questions will destroy your power to create, but the right questions will fill you with inspiration, encouragement and motivation to create work that will blow you (and others) away!

Am I good enough? Do I suck? Should I give up? Will I ever create work that matters? Why can’t I ____? (Fill in the blank.)

Those are the wrong questions. Do you want to free yourself from doubt and create work that matters? Then you need to ask yourself the right questions.

Photo Cred: Dreamstime

Photo Cred: Dreamstime

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Creative Flow: 8 Reasons Why Procrastinating is Better than Working

written by Bryan Hutchinson

Don’t you hate wasting time? You need to get to it and do the work.

But what if forcing yourself to do the work isn’t always the best answer? What if doing so will result in long lasting creative blocks?

On the other hand, procrastination could hold unlimited potential for your sanity, overall well being, and productivity.

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