The Three Month Vacation Podcast

25 years of writing: Simple advice that will improve your articles

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May 17, 2025
Explore how leaving tasks unfinished can actually spark creativity and enhance your writing flow. Discover the surprising power of taking breaks to find inspiration, drawing from a heartwarming story about a blind chef. Learn how storytelling can transform your writing by engaging your audience and refining your narrative. Uncover three essential tips to elevate your writing, including the benefits of collaborative discussions and using bulleted outlines. Plus, dive into a unique course that promises to boost your character creation skills!
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ANECDOTE

Preparation Over Final Act

  • Sean D'Souza noticed a calm, well-prepared kitchen setup in a Chinese restaurant despite seeming like unfinished work.
  • This showed him that creativity and success come mostly from preparation, not just the final act.
ADVICE

Never Fully Finish Writing

  • Leave your writing a bit unfinished to maintain momentum and let your brain work subconsciously.
  • This uses the Zygarnik effect to avoid writer's block and generate new ideas.
ADVICE

Use Breaks for Fresh Input

  • Take breaks between writing to listen to or read unrelated content to spark new ideas.
  • Discuss your work with others without revealing it's a draft to get honest feedback and refine your story.
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