7 Underrated Benefits of Reading a Bit Every Day

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You know already the benefits of reading on your mind and body, how it makes us smarter and more empathetic, how it can increase creativity and all that. But there are a few other benefits to reading that are easy to overlook. Here's why I think it's good to pick up a book every day, … Continue reading 7 Underrated Benefits of Reading a Bit Every Day

How to Make Writing a Daily Habit

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Do you want to write but find it hard to sit down and do it? Writing is something worth making time for. As for inspiration, well, you donโ€™t have to wait for it. Consider making writing a daily habit, something you do naturally, without too much thinking or effort. Here are some ideas. 1 Write … Continue reading How to Make Writing a Daily Habit

7 Things That Make Us Worse Writers

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Some habits are worse for writers than others. Here's what I mean... 1. Sitting at a desk for too long Yes, we have to get the words down, but we can do a lot of writing while weโ€™re away from our desks. As Leonard Cohen used to say, โ€œIf your life is burning well, poetry … Continue reading 7 Things That Make Us Worse Writers