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Save Yourself 5 Years of Regret by Embracing the ‘Screw It’ Mindset Today

Before it’s too late

Rick Martinez
4 min readOct 21, 2024
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If you’ve ever sat down to write and felt paralyzed by doubt, you’re not alone.

In fact, if you haven’t started your non-fiction book yet, I’m willing to bet fear and regret are playing tug-of-war with your ambition. It’s natural. The older we get, the more we worry about wasted time — years slipping by without accomplishing that dream we’ve always had. But what if you could save yourself five years of regret? What if embracing a simple mindset shift could propel you into action?

The “Screw It” mindset. Here’s how it works.

Write Your First Chapter Without Knowing Your Topic

Sounds backward, doesn’t it?

How can you write a chapter without a solid topic in mind?

Here’s the thing: most new writers think they need everything mapped out perfectly before they start. That’s nonsense. The truth is, your topic will evolve as you write. Stop waiting for clarity — just start writing.

Here’s what to do: Pick a moment, a lesson, or a story that’s stuck with you. Open a blank document, and dive in. It doesn’t have to be perfect, and it definitely doesn’t have to be complete. You can always…

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Rick Martinez
Rick Martinez

Written by Rick Martinez

💡 Creator: The 7 Day Book Writing Challenge™️ 🏋🏻‍♂️ CrossFitter 📚 Bestselling Author 👊🏼 Helping you write your book WICKED fast www.WriteYourFirstBook.com

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