E33 - 10 Writing And Creative Lessons I Learnt In 2024 - Part 1
🗨️Episode Summary: In the first episode of 2025 and the thirty-third conversation of the Becoming A Writer podcast, I share five of the ten writing and creative lessons I learnt in 2024. From finding the best time to write to understanding when to quit and pivot, this episode is filled with personal insights and actionable advice for writers and creatives. The conversation is divided into two parts to keep it digestible, with the second half coming in the next episode.
🗨️Key Points Discussed: 1. Finding Your Creative Time – Identifying the best time for deep work and structuring the day accordingly. 2. Trying Something New – Overcoming fear and embracing new creative ventures, like starting a podcast. 3. The Goldilocks Principle – Avoiding burnout by finding the right balance in work and creativity. 4. Knowing When to Quit and Pivot – Understanding Seth Godin’s The Dip and learning when to move on from unproductive efforts. 5. Reading Books vs. Social Media Scrolling – Reassessing social media consumption and prioritizing reading for deeper engagement and enrichment.
🗨️Takeaways: - Writers should schedule their writing sessions first before filling in the rest of the day’s responsibilities. - Fear of the unknown often exaggerates difficulties; trying new things can lead to unexpected enjoyment and growth. - Overworking leads to burnout, and it’s essential to find a sustainable pace. - Recognizing when a project/place is no longer serving you and having the courage to pivot can lead to better opportunities. - Social media consumption drains creative energy, while reading books enriches the mind and soul.
🗨️Resources Mentioned: - The Dip by Seth Godin - Medium vs. Substack – A personal reflection on the transition from Medium to Substack as a better platform for long-form content.
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About Me - I’m Rubina Gauri Gomes, a multi-genre writer exploring mystery, suspense, and the creative life. I encourage writers to pursue their passion through my podcast, Becoming A Writer. I have authored Soul Writer vs. Social Writer, a guide to discovering and embracing both the introspective Soul Writer and the engaging Social Writer within you, helping you balance these aspects for a more fulfilling writing journey.