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AI for Research: My Ultimate Research Assistant
Is there really any benefit to using AI for creative research? I’m going to tell you the answer up front. Yes, a million times, yes! Writing research does not live up to the fantasy. It?s the part of writing I used to view as ?living the dream?. The thought of visiting Paris and sipping on…
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From Royal Navy to Writing Romantic Suspense
My college story is full of unexpected twists and turns. It all began with a four-year stint in the Royal Navy, where I worked as a Meteorological Observer. However, my life took a dramatic turn following an injury that led to Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and a medical discharge. This sudden change catapulted me…
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Embracing Play in Daily Life — Combating Workaholism
Workaholism–so closely tied to its arsehole twin, perfectionism–is a bitch and a half. As someone who oscillates between non-stop work and complete stops, finding time for play in daily life is a wee bittie torturous. Though, when I’ve forced myself to make the time, it’s been unexpectedly rewarding. My journey towards incorporating play has taught…
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Creative Suffocation: Fighting Perfectionism
While living with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a physical and mental challenge, it’s my battle with perfectionism that’s been the most destructive. Recently, however, I’ve started to see a shift, largely thanks to the insights gained from the book The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. The Roots of Perfectionism Perfectionism has been a…
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New Year, New Week: The Beauty of 2024 Starting on a Monday
There’s something deeply satisfying about 2024 starting on a Monday. For planners, organisers, and anyone who relishes a neat and orderly start, this alignment feels like a cosmic nod to our love for tidiness and structure (although, maybe not my desk, which turns into a bombsite five minutes after cleaning it ?). As we step…