Topic: Creative Writing

3 chapters across the catalog

Episode 85: Feeling stuck? Get disruptive!
Episode 85 1:43 - 3:30

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Den Building Strategy for Overcoming Creative Blocks

A business owner overcame a severe bout of writer's block by constructing a physical den out of blankets and cushions. After struggling to make progress on important business notes at a desk, fifteen minutes of journaling inside this makeshift fort provided the necessary clarity and focus to resume work.

Episode 7: The messy, muddy middle
Episode 7 1:33 - 3:57

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Writing Retreat Anecdote and Value of Imperfect First Drafts

A personal account of a home-based writing retreat illustrates the frustration of spending five hours producing work that feels inadequate. The narrative reframes these "mud-wading" sessions as a necessary, valuable part of the creative process rather than a waste of time. This specific day of intense focus eventually yielded the insights that led to the creation of the Unfrazzle podcast, suggesting that "crappy first attempts" are essential precursors to high-quality outcomes.

Episode 4: What to do when you don't feel like it
Episode 4 7:29 - 8:57

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Creative Writing Habits, LinkedIn Engagement Strategies

Specific examples of state-shifting include moving from a desk to a sofa with a notebook and pen to foster creativity away from a laptop. For social media engagement on LinkedIn, setting a 30-minute timer and playing energizing music can turn a chore into a focused, playful activity. These rituals allow for progress on essential business tasks without the feeling of being forced.