Battlefields and Emotions or anti-motivation versus motivation

Anti-motivation, a word that speaks much but then have a look at overwhelmingsation. I am writing about battlefield and emotions. I needed new words.

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Tweaking and imposter syndrome, not a fun combination

Whenever we begin a new project, self-doubt follows. Imposter syndrome, also called perceived fraudulence, involves feelings of self-doubt and personal incompetence that persist despite your education, experience, and accomplishment. That sentence you have just read is from an old post. I have tweaked it. Tweaking is an interesting word to use.

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A poem entitled Habits (good or bad), choices and a man like Nico

I can’t help but be fascinated by this vaping craze. In fact, one can’t help but wonder about habits in general. Is gratification that important? Consequently, are we so desperate to gratify that we have forgotten the meaning of the word – satisfy? Satisfaction comes from achievement, from working towards something. Gratifying is a means […]

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January 2024 with a spotlight on Elizabeth Hunter, and what makes a good story

Though a little late with this I am very happy to spotlight one of my favourite authors who somehow never fails to deliver stories with warmth, drama, action and some very unusual far from human characters. She is prolific yet nothing ever feels repeated. Rather there is a constant feel of continuity and connection to […]

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Chilling with Books November 2023

Spotlight on obsession, passion, writing and a glutton – reflections on behaviours An Indie Author’s life is difficult no matter the passion for the art form, or should I say, obsession. The process is fraught with stumbling blocks allowing self-doubt to raise its ugly head constantly.  Thus, the question arises. Are Indie Authors gluttons for […]

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To blog or not to blog – connecting makes it worthwhile

Lately I seem to come across numerous bloggers who are questioning whether or not to continue blogging. Or more specifically, whether they are achieving anything by continuing to blog. I think most bloggers wonder the same thing from time to time especially when their followers are small in number. In the past I certainly have […]

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