Hustle Culture is Destroying Your Creativity – Avoid the Burnout

December 9, 2020.Reading time 7 minutes.

For the first time in years, I completely drained that cup and this time I had no idea how to fill it back up. I tried my usual methods, start a new story, clean a space in my house, etc. Nothing worked, I was just drained. I realized it had to make one of the hardest decisions I’ve made in years…

Why I Love the “Save The Cat” Plotting Method

November 21, 2019.Reading time 9 minutes.

I found the “Save the Cat” beat sheet about a year ago. I can’t remember if it was recommended at a panel I had been to or if it came up as a suggestion on another blog I read, but I fell in love immediately. Plot structure has been something I’ve been trying to study […]

How To Achieve Your Goals With An Accountability Buddy

March 7, 2019.Reading time 5 minutes.

Creative work can be isolating and it is easy to lose your motivation when you feel like you spend day in and day out working on your projects alone. Finding a friend or creative partner to help you stay on task is a great way to keep yourself motivated. I have had a few different […]