#finding your why

If Not Now, When? 6 Reasons to Finish Your Book Now.

By Janna Lopez October 26, 2023

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes

As a writer, book coach, and writing retreat leader, I’ve heard every form of resistance bubble to the surface: There’s never enough time, I don’t know where to begin, what I’m writing has no value, I’m not really a “writer,” no one will care, the effort isn’t worth it…

They may use different words, but the sentiment is the same: I’ll finish that book later.

These sentiments break my heart. Why? Because I believe in the power of people’s stories. I believe that Self-expression, through writing, is one of the most important gifts you can give your Self. I believe that finishing a book is one of life’s greatest achievements. Yet, for every hundred people who have that dream, approximately four will actually achieve it.

Leaders ACT:Apply — take action before you’re readyChange — adjust fast when it’s not workingTeach — pass on what actually worksHere’s the gap:People try to teach without applying.Or they apply once and never change.That’s not growth. That’s noise.Act → Adjust → Add valueThat’s how leadership compounds.

Not what you accomplished.Not what you learned.Who did you help?If no one comes to mind,it wasn’t intentional.Leadership starts here.

lifted from my [redacted], written on July 22, 2023: revised version

erase. erase.

nope. i disagree.

as a writer and a newbie fiction (substance) editor, one of the most important things I’ve learned about writing is your intention.

what are the intentions behind why you are writing that story?

it doesn't have to be a theme or something serious.

it just needs a reason to personally connect with you.

immortalize a treasured memory?

have fun?

practice your skills?

yolo?

you wanna say something?

you want to share xyz

that why will be your theme. the reason that you go back to when you experience a writer's block throughout your writing journey. it's important to have a section in your document that you can easily look at, and serves as a reminder.

you don't like to write anymore? but didn't you say in the beginning "this is only for fun" so do it for fun.

it's not fun writing anymore?

didn't you say that it was only for fun?

then do it for fun.

because if it stops being fun, go back and make it fun again. something has to change.

you are writing this because you want to have fun in writing. in exploring.

you wrote this because you have to tell this character's story and their journey.

you are writing because you want to create a permanent door to the fantasy world you escape to.

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Finding your “why” refers to discovering your purpose or the deeper meaning behind your actions and choices in life. It’s a personal journey that involves introspection, reflection, and exploration. Here are some steps to help you find your “why” Take a hilarious detour into the depths of your soul: Reflect on your values, passions, and interests. Think about the stuff that makes you go “Hmm,…

Increasing Productivity [Finding Your WHY]

Understanding Increasing Personal Productivity and Finding Your Why

  When you talk about increasing productivity, you probably think it has to do with a company’s ability to produce a certain number of products and services during a single day.

Or, you may think about the cost of the resources that went into the creating of those products. You gauge whether or not the company is productive and…