Tell The Damn Story #354: Greatest Writing Roadblocks: How to Overcome Procrastination & Self-Doubt.
Hey there, storytellers! Or should we say, fellow procrastinators?
Welcome to this episode of "Tell The Damn Story," where hosts Christopher Ryan and Alex Simmons, alongside the ever-charming John Beard, take on the playful yet pesky world of writing roadblocks like procrastination and self-doubt.
In this fun and insightful chat, our trio humorously tackles the different shades of procrastination, from guilt to busywork, and how these can feed into fear and imposter syndrome.
They share personal stories and practical tips on embracing your unique writing path, understanding your creative intentions, and why your first draft doesn’t have to be perfect.
So, grab your favorite drink, sit back, and join us for a hearty laugh and some valuable advice on how to stop dawdling and start telling the damn story!
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00:00 Exploring Procrastination with Jim Beard
04:27 "Procrastination's Impact on Deadlines"
08:32 Writing Routines: A Personal Journey
12:04 Advice for Aspiring Writers
15:49 Actor's Procrastination Dilemma
16:13 Writing, Rewriting, First Play Reading
20:57 "Procrastination: Signal or Excuse?"
25:42 Creative Writing Process Insights
29:00 "Finding the Writing Groove"
31:42 Embrace Human Honesty, Not AI
32:51 Defining Writing Intentions
36:16 Embracing Writing's Ebbs and Flows
39:08 Morning Writing Revelation
43:10 Creative Thoughts in Odd Places
46:24 Voice Typing Challenges
48:59 "Dealing with Writer's Uncertainty"
53:36 Inspired by Ray Bradbury
54:47 Writer's Goals and Aspirations
58:06 Podcast Milestone and Future Plans
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