How to Deal with Shiny Object Syndrome

The Write It Scared Podcast

Feeling stuck at a creative crossroads? You’re not alone!

In this episode of the Write It Scared podcast, I dive into that all-too-familiar struggle every writer faces when contemplating whether to push through or step back from a project. Drawing from insights in Seth Godin’s The Dip, I unpack the tricky phase where doubt creeps in, and we’re tempted to abandon our current work-in-progress for something newer and shinier.

I’ll share some thought-provoking questions and journaling prompts to help you figure out if you are dealing with Resistance or if it’s genuinely time to listen to the creative muse and move on to something else. Plus, I’ll point you toward some invaluable resources like Dear Writer, You Need to Quit by Becca Syme, The War of Art by Steven Pressfield, and How to Decide by Annie Duke.

Join me for a deep dive into reflection, aligning your decisions with your values and long-term goals. Whether you choose to move forward with your current project or pivot, this episode will empower you to take the next steps with confidence

00:00 Introduction to the Creative Crossroads

00:42 Facing the Creative Crossroads

01:15 Deciding Whether to Quit or Push Through

02:08 Understanding the Creative Call

03:59 Reflecting on Your Creative Path

04:43 Applying Seth Godin's 'The Dip' to Writing

05:33 The Phases of Writing a Novel

06:43 Understanding the Dip

07:37 Identifying If You're in the Dip

08:34 Facing Resistance

09:26 Journal Prompts for Decision-Making

10:11 The Skill of Finishing

11:03 Recommended Resources

11:43 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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