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The One Thing Holding You Back From Finishing Your Book
…and it’s not what you think
If you’ve been struggling to make real progress with your writing, chances are you’ve been overlooking the biggest obstacle: your internal narratives.
Your inner stories can either drive your success or cripple you before you even begin. I’ve worked with dozens of new writers and first-time authors, and here’s what I’ve learned — it’s not the writing process that holds them back. It’s the mindset. The stories they tell themselves. The doubts, the fears, the self-sabotage.
You want to write that book? You need to fix what’s happening inside your head first.
Here’s how.
Start by Changing Your Worldview
Most new writers are locked into limiting beliefs.
They say things like, “I’m not a real writer,” or “Who am I to write a book?” These are stories you’re telling yourself. And those stories are nothing but lies.
The truth?
You’re more capable than you think. To get unstuck, you need to challenge those limiting beliefs. Here’s what to do: Start by writing down every negative thought that comes to mind when you think about writing. Then ask yourself, “Is this fact, or just fear?” More…
