Embrace the Process of Iteration in Creativity

The worst writing advice is to think you should know what you're doing from the beginning. One discovers what works through action, even by creating a terrible first draft. The key is to keep revising and iterating towards a better version. When feeling stuck, remember that creativity is not born from forced effort but often emerges when doing something else or simply by remembering to breathe. Progress is made by taking small steps forward.

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