As we wrap up this thanksgiving weekend, I must admit that I am full – of both food and story. Many writers I encounter are, in fact, so full in their story tanks that it becomes impossible to even begin writing. Having so much to say becomes overwhelming, and nothing gets written or revised.

Which brings me to the clichéd question and answer of how you begin a journey of a thousand miles – with one step. And so writing… with one word, after another word… and so on. This is much easier to do, one word at a time, if you have come to understand that the writing can lead you, and that you therefore don’t have to think so much. A much fuller use of the writing process, and miles away from the old model of “get an idea and write it down.” Now the trip is getting interesting!

Write on.
Sakada

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