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Magic Lessons with Elizabeth Gilbert
Magic Lessons Ep. 207: “Living the Dream and Facing the Nightmare” featuring Neil Gaiman
Sep 9, 2016
Prolific writer and novelist Neil Gaiman joins Elizabeth Gilbert to help Britta, a struggling writer, with her second book. They discuss the challenges of writer's block, the pressure of writing a second novel, staying focused, and finding true passion. They also touch on the importance of joy, embracing rejection, and overcoming societal expectations. A sponsored segment and the introduction of Neil Gaiman's latest book are highlighted.
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- Taking breaks and assessing one's passion for writing can reignite the joy and motivation in the creative process.
- Embracing the idea that not every new work needs to surpass the previous one can alleviate pressure and promote enjoyment of the creative process.
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Take a break and assess your passion for writing
Britta was advised to take a month off from writing to assess her passion for it. Although she could only stay away for two and a half weeks, it became clear that she truly loves writing.
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