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Smashing Through Fear

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Dr. Diana Stout

The author discusses how fear affects personal growth and creativity. She recounts her journey from a boring secretarial job to a fulfilling writing and teaching career, overcoming numerous fears and rejections. Emphasizing that fear can motivate rather than hinder, the author encourages others to confront their fears and pursue their passions despite criticism. Continue reading →

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Is Negativity or Fear Killing Your Creativity?

Posted on February 22, 2025 by Dr. Diana Stout

Writers often succumb to negativity and fear, leading to self-doubt and destructive thoughts about their work. Rejections are a normal part of writing, and success often involves luck and timing. Embracing feedback and learning new skills is crucial for improvement. Ultimately, overcoming fear and negativity fosters growth and success in writing. Continue reading →

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The Joy of Writing & Knowing When It’s Time to Quit

Posted on December 3, 2019 by Dr. Diana Stout

The Insecure Writer’s Support Group December 4 question – Let’s play a game. Imagine. Role-play. How would you describe your future writer self, your life and what it looks and feels like if you were living the dream? Or if … Continue reading →

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Failures – Part IV: 7 Lessons of Failure as a Writer

Posted on August 29, 2019 by Dr. Diana Stout

This blog was originally published April 4, 2018, on my Only for the Brave blog, which has been eliminated as I decided to merge the two blogs. Because failure is an important part of success for writers and everyone else, I … Continue reading →

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Failures – Part II

Posted on July 16, 2019 by Dr. Diana Stout

This blog was originally published December 27, 2017, on my Only for the Brave blog, which is being eliminated as I decided to merge the two blogs. Because failure is an important part of succeeding for writers, I felt it was … Continue reading →

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Failures – Part I

Posted on July 13, 2019 by Dr. Diana Stout

This blog was originally published November 27, 2017, on my Only for the Brave blog, which is being eliminated as I decided to merge the two blogs. Because failure is an important part of succeeding for writers, I felt it was … Continue reading →

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Down the Rabbit Hole a.k.a. Life’s Little Hiccups & Big Booms

Posted on March 30, 2019 by Dr. Diana Stout

I’m behind in my writing. Again. I wish I could say that I don’t know how it happens, but I do. While I accuse Life of sticking out its foot and tripping me so that I’ll look funny with arms … Continue reading →

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