Reading Time: 4 minutesToo often, we let others define success for us. It’s “better to thrive at what you’re wired to do than to aspire to something that others tell you that you should want.” Daily Creative: Find Your Inspiration to Spark Creative Energy and Fight Burnout, by Todd Henry. Last week, my wife and I watched the …
Reading Time: 6 minutesIn his book, Steal Like an Artist, Austin Kleon says “Your job is to collect good ideas. The more good ideas you collect, the more you can choose from to be influenced by.” Although his advice is directed primarily toward those who are “creatives” (writers, artists, and such), it’s good advice for all humans who …
Reading Time: 4 minutesWe’re in Panic Mode! As I write this, my wife and I are in panic mode. We’ve been talking for some time about moving from our home in Phoenix, AZ to Rapid City, SD. Last month we spent several days in the Rapid City area, taking a hard look at it as potential residents. We’d …
Reading Time: < 1 minuteIn her blog, well-known writer and writing instructor Anne Janzer (author of The Writer’s Process: Getting Your Brain in Gear) warns, “If…you let AI actually write in your place, what it creates will probably sound like the amalgam of what other people write like.” AI and Writing: Should you prioritize speed? She suggests that while …
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn his book of daily readings, Daily Creative: Find Your Inspiration to Spark Creative Energy and Fight Burnout, Todd Henry suggests “Take a moment to encourage someone else. It may change their life and yours.” A simple word of encouragement can make a huge difference to someone. It’s a small thing that can have a …
Reading Time: 5 minutesFor the past two years, I’ve been using a life intentionality system based on my life roles. It defines what’s important to me, and helps me evaluate how I’m doing each week and make needed adjustments. David Sparks describes the system in his Personal Retreat Video and Planning Pdf. He suggests that to set up …
Reading Time: 4 minutesTodd Henry wrote, “You should celebrate wins. In fact, I’m a firm believer in celebrating often.” Daily Creative: Find Your Inspiration to Spark Creative Energy and Fight Burnout. I’ve heard this productivity advice before, but never really thought about it or implemented it. Confession Time — I Don’t Often Celebrate My Wins I’m not good …
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn The Practice: Shipping Creative Work, Seth Godin writes, “It’s time to start training the boss that is you. Time to start trusting your self, trusting the process, and trusting that you are actually as capable as you are.” Godin encourages us to trust ourselves and our capabilities. Trusting in our capabilities means we don’t …
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen we discuss intentional living, we typically discuss topics like relationships and work. However, we can also be intentional in creating the type of environment we’re the most comfortable living in — our homes. Clutter Stresses Me Out Some people seem to enjoy living with lots of clutter, but that’s not me. I feel more …
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn today’s quote, Adam Grant writes, “As consumers of information, we have a role to play in embracing a more nuanced point of view. When we’re reading, listening, or watching, we can learn to recognize complexity as a signal of credibility. We can favor content and sources that present many sides.” In our fast-paced world, …