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The Writing Life: Writers’ Affirmations
By Deb Gallardo
Today I’m offering a list of writer’s affirmations from Mike’s Writing Newsletter by Michael Geffner which I discovered through Yahoo Groups. See the links to all his groups at the end of this post. Enjoy!
Affirmations to Write By
I do not presume that my audience will understand me, so I make sure to write as clearly as possible.
Images and words come easily when I sit down to write.
I write daily with excitement, enthusiasm, and confidence.
I don’t wait for inspiration. Work inspires inspiration.
I write concisely, making sure to go over my work again and again to take out any extraneous words or thoughts.
I support my assertions with specific details, facts, and examples.
I take short breaks as needed during my work periods, coming back fresh and raring to go again.
I use my time wisely and efficiently, resisting procrastination as best I can.
I proofread to catch mistakes and careless errors, thereby improving my work as well as my professionalism.
Everyday, in every way, I’m getting better and better as a writer.
Michael Geffner’s Groups
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mikeswritingnewslettergroup
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/mikeswritingworkshop
http://groups.myspace.com/mikeswritingworkshop
http://groups.myspace.com/mikeswritingnewsletter
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/newyorkcitywriters
http://groups.myspace.com/newyorkcitywriters
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5 Comments »
March 15th, 2008 at 3:23 pm
Deb,
Just came across your website for the first time and I am really enjoying all the great tips. One of my passions is writing and recording affirmations.
Thought I’d share a writers’ affirmation:
I thrive on the challenge of the blank page. It is my ultimate opportunity to express my creativity.
March 22nd, 2008 at 11:55 am
Ray,
Thank you for posting a comment. And thanks for sharing the affirmation for writers.
Deb
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