Last night, I made dinner for my wife and me. We had chili.
Nothing fancy about that meal. But you know what? I did my best to make the meal amazing. I set the table,...
Writing
The Key to Distraction-Free Writing
Sometimes, you stare at that blank screen and simply can’t get focused. There’s so much to do — so many opportunities and obligations. It’s easy to g...
If You Want to Write to a Larger Audience, Be More Specific
How do you become a better writer?
It’s not always easy, but there is one, sure-fire way to reach an audience faster than you thought possible: Narrow your foc...
How to Stay Focused Writing
In case you haven’t noticed, I write about all the stuff I suck at.
And here’s my worst struggle yet: staying focused.
But this discipline is a non-negot...
Quit Screwing Around — It’s Time to Write for Real
There’s a difference between practice and performing. Between a dress rehearsal and opening night. Between a hobby and a profession.
And there’s a huge d...
Finding Truth in Fiction: The Power of Creative Storytelling
How can we possibly find truth and meaning in made-up stories?
Fiction is often closer to the truth than reality. Every day, we lie to ourselves to avoid the truth o...