by Lois Hoffman | Sep 21, 2023 | Inspiration, Writing
I have written 11 books, but each time I think, ‘uh oh, they’re going to find out now. I’ve run a game on everybody, and they’re going to find me out.’ —Maya Angelou Impostor syndrome You’ve heard of impostor syndrome, yes? Perhaps even hid behind the concept with a...
by Lois Hoffman | Feb 3, 2022 | Uncategorized, Writing
You had a great idea. Your routine has been consistent. Then, when everything is smooth sailing—you just get stuck. It happens to the best writers out there. Running out of steam and wondering “where do I go from here?” is enough to make many toss a perfectly good...
by Lois Hoffman | Nov 4, 2021 | Writing
As writers, we treasure creativity. Whether we write fantasy, non-fiction, or concrete poetry, we are driven by the act of creation that is putting words on a page and gathering them into a cohesive whole. But creation is difficult: the creative impulse can be finicky...
by hspbrandswan | Sep 30, 2020 | Writing
5 Simple Steps to Mindful Writing Do you struggle with writing daily? Do you feel like you get what they call writers’ block? Getting stuck does not have to be your reality. If you change your habits, you will change your results. I just completed my first...
by hspbrandswan | Apr 27, 2020 | Writing
Writer’s block. It may sound cliché, but whether you are a novice writer or a more seasoned one, chances are, you have experienced a creative slowdown in the writing process. The pressure to produce ground-breaking material can catch up to you as deadlines loom….and...