The Creative Penn Podcast For Writers Facing Fears In Writing And Life With Rachael Herron
Apr 8, 2024
Rachael Herron shares insights on overcoming fears to pursue creative projects and making life changes. Topics include leaving secure jobs, launching Kickstarter campaigns, and embracing fear in writing. The discussion also touches on AI applications, pitching horror movies, and marketing strategies for authors.
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Leaping Before the Net
- Embrace the fear of the unknown; it's natural when taking big leaps like quitting a job to pursue writing.
- Acknowledge the fear but don't let it control your decisions, as Rachael Herron did when leaving her stable job.
Befriending Fear
- View fear as a helpful entity offering protection, but don't let it hinder your creative pursuits.
- Appreciate fear's role, but understand it shouldn't dictate every decision, especially in writing.
Scheduled Worry Time
- Manage fear by dedicating specific time for worrying and journaling about your anxieties.
- Confine worries to a scheduled period to prevent them from consuming your thoughts at other times.