4 Ways Burnout Isn’t Laziness: It’s a Warning Light

We’re talking about burnout again, yes one of my favorite subjects. I’m writing a book on this as we speak and I’ll be speaking in a workshop about it later this month. How are you doing? Are you being honest with yourself? Are you a writer that’s experiencing burnout? Even if you aren’t a writer, […]

Burnout Bingo: Who Had ‘Crying at Their Desk’?

Ways to realize you’re way past your limits. Burnout. You know that feeling when your body’s screaming “Enough!” but life keeps demanding more? It’s like playing a game of Simon Says, where Simon’s a sadistic taskmaster who never lets you catch a break. Let’s Talk Chronic Fatigue Do you feel you’re constantly running a marathon, even […]

4 Lessons Learned on the Slow Road Back from Burnout (And Why You Should Never Walk it Alone)

Burnout. The big, bad, soul-sucking monster that devours your passion, energy, and ability to function like a regular human being. I know it well. I practically had a VIP pass to burnout these past twenty years while running my former business. And as of last month, I finally shut the doors on that chapter of […]

The Overachiever’s Wake-Up Call: 5 Ways to Help Get Back on Track

At some point, “I got this” became the default setting for overachievers everywhere. We take on more. Push through exhaustion. Wear busyness like a badge. Until suddenly, one day, we hit the wall. “I can’t even” becomes the only thing we can say. Burnout doesn’t always arrive as a breakdown for overachievers. Sometimes, it’s a slow […]

I’m Sorry, What Were We Talking About Again? Conversations, ADHD-Style: A Winding Road With No Clear End

Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation—maybe telling a story, maybe making a point—when suddenly… Wait… What were we talking about again? Welcome to the winding, scenic, occasionally potholed road of an ADHD-style conversation. It Starts With Good Intentions… One second you’re talking about how weirdly satisfying it is to reorganize your […]

6 Ways to Write Side Characters That Don’t Hijack Your Story (But Still Kick Ass)

Let’s be real: side characters can be the unsung legends of fiction, or the literary equivalent of glitter in your keyboard. Delightful, shiny… and absolutely everywhere if you’re not careful. In short stories and novellas, every word counts. You don’t have time (or page space) for a supporting cast that tries to steal the show. […]

Burnout Blues: When Breathing Feels Like a Chore

Let’s look at it like this: burnout is that unwelcome houseguest who overstays their welcome, raids your fridge, and leaves dirty socks everywhere. It’s the energy vampire that makes even the simplest tasks feel like swimming in a suit of armor. Welcome to navigating through the treacherous waters of exhaustion, apathy, and that overwhelming desire […]

Dreaded Burnout: Recognizing and Overcoming the Cycle

The wonderful cycle of burnout—it’s the gift that keeps on giving, isn’t it? Just when you think you’ve gotten the hang of juggling your endless to-do list, along comes this sneaky ninja to swipe the rug right from under you. And let me tell you, it’s as fun as finding a typo in your tweet […]

The Creative Mind’s Battle: Nurturing Mental Health While Fostering Creativity

Nurturing Mental Health While Fostering Creativity

Strap in, Future Arcane Punk Legend, 10 Tips for Powerful Worldbuilding

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and dive headfirst into the wild and whimsical world of arcane punk? Well, look no further, because I’m about to give you the lowdown on how to whip up your very own universe where magic and machinery mingle like besties at a Victorian tea party. So, grab […]