In this episode, I talk about being stuck in a rough writing patch — why it happens, and how we gently work through it. From dodging our emotions, comparing ourselves to others, and numbing with our phones, to learning to trust our ideas again. It’s about giving ourselves permission to make “bad” work, creating space for intuition, and remembering that clarity comes from making, not overthinking. Soft effort, kind discipline, and letting creativity speak when we finally get quiet enough to he...
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In this episode, I talk about being stuck in a rough writing patch — why it happens, and how we gently work through it. From dodging our emotions, comparing ourselves to others, and numbing with our phones, to learning to trust our ideas again. It’s about giving ourselves permission to make “bad” work, creating space for intuition, and remembering that clarity comes from making, not overthinking. Soft effort, kind discipline, and letting creativity speak when we finally get quiet enough to he...
#24 Endings, Beginnings and Rethinking Long Term Goals
The Sound Mind
48 minutes
1 year ago
#24 Endings, Beginnings and Rethinking Long Term Goals
In this episode, we reflect on James's final tour with Yakul, exploring the emotions and challenges of stopping a long-term project and the process of moving on. We dive into whether long-term goal setting is always beneficial or if it can box you in, discussing the importance of staying flexible and being open to new opportunities. We also talk about the need to define your focus and how that can act as a barometer for future direction. Tune in for a deep dive into transitions, adaptability,...
The Sound Mind
In this episode, I talk about being stuck in a rough writing patch — why it happens, and how we gently work through it. From dodging our emotions, comparing ourselves to others, and numbing with our phones, to learning to trust our ideas again. It’s about giving ourselves permission to make “bad” work, creating space for intuition, and remembering that clarity comes from making, not overthinking. Soft effort, kind discipline, and letting creativity speak when we finally get quiet enough to he...
