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Take a Moment to Relax, and Let
I'm a Cleveland, Ohio-based writer, editor and writing coach, with more than 25 years of experience, including stints in Chicago and Washington, D.C. My work has appeared in more than 100 print and online publications, from the New York Times and the Christian Science Monitor to local and regional publications. My work has been recognized by awards (including an Emmy) from four journalism groups.
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That reminds me of some advice I heard many years ago on creativity: Immerse yourself in all of the information on the matter at hand. But at some point just let your mind wander and suddenly it may land on a good idea.
Mike, it just hasn't been the same around here the last week or so without you, so thanks for stopping back. I'm a big believer in that total immersion method. In any creative project, writing or otherwise, you just never know what might prove useful and provide some aha's. So the best thing, I think, is just to gather a mountain of material and marinate in it awhile.
Thanks for this post. It summarizes what's been happening with me lately: there are sudden clarifying insights appearing.
Very glad to hear that, Sherri. Keep us posted on your progress!
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