So we’ve talked about what writer’s block (fear of failure/judgement) really is and that even the best in the world feel it, now let’s move on to ways of managing it.Now from what I’ve seen there is no ONE way to deal with writer’s block (fear of judgement/failure). Each creative has found a style that … Continue reading Getting over that block →

What I find very encouraging about writer’s block (fear of failure/judgement) is that it even happens to the best.The best writers in the world are not the best in the world because they are devoid of fear, they are the best because they found a way to overcome their fear long enough to produce something … Continue reading Other writers blocks →

Today's challenge - fit my blog post onto a post it. The greatest trick the devil ever played was convincing the world he wasn't real. In a similar vein the fear of judgement and the fear of failure have expertly hidden behind the term 'writer's block'. So if you are experiencing the symptoms of writer's … Continue reading Post on a post it →

It's funny how much of a personality you can see in the exterior of a house.High hedges and regularly drawn curtains - this person likes their privacy!No hedges and an immaculate front garden - does this person enjoy showing off their beautiful daffodils?Broken glass embedded on the top of high stone walls and security cameras … Continue reading Homes personified →

Gunther: 'That's her there'Rick: 'Which one? The one with pimples all over her face?'Gunther: 'No! Next to her in the white shirt and jeans'Rick: 'Ah!...So go talk to her!Gunther: 'What? Why would I do that?'Rick: 'Because you said it was love at first sight! Don't you want your relationship with her to start?'Gunther: 'Yeah but...I … Continue reading Schrödinger’s crush →

I think one of the lessons of consistent creativity is that you have to come to terms with uncertainty and incompetence. For example if I was practicing my football skills I can tell with ease whether I hit the mark or not. I can see with my own two eyes whether the ball hit the … Continue reading Consistent creativity →

Something I have discovered about the world of employment is that the work far outweighs the time. There is always something to do. You could work flat out for the whole week and you would not find the end of the work. Our to do lists are self replenishing. Another thing I have found out … Continue reading Productivity and busyness →

One of the biggest frustrations of this pandemic is governments limiting the public's freedom.From the protests and angry mobs it's clear - freedom is very important to people.And yet freedom can be a burden too.All too often I find myself working my butt off during the week, living for the weekend and when it finally … Continue reading Free time planning →

‘Where did that come from?’‘I thought we were having a friendly conversation and all of a sudden someone is just outright rude.’—I think the majority of surprising anger stems from the un-evolved brain stem. The Neanderthal section that takes over when someone cuts us off in traffic. The interaction may have appeared completely innocent to … Continue reading Where did that come from? →

In my 27 years on this fine earth I have seen that the bigger problems are not solved with a quick fix. You do not gain a six pack after one workout. A marriage is not saved after one conversation. And depression doesn't leave after one session. I also agree with Prof Dr Peters when … Continue reading Committed to the hard times →