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What do Steve Martin, Stephen King and Taylor Swift have in common? They share a mastery of one crucial skill which we could apply to our writing. Read to find out. #writing

Write like you speak. Your words should cover - your tone - your vocabularly - your inner world This is your unique signature. #writing

When you’re stuck, it’s a great opportunity for you to breakthrough. Just need to find a best way out! This applies to your - writing - mindset - life

Write for the sake of writing. Not for clicks. Not for validation. Not for approval. Write because it - sharens your mind - helps you understand yourself - turns thoughts into something real

Top reads from Substack writers this week: moonaricathoughts.substack.com/p/kiss-frida...

When you write, think about: How you see the world How you challenge assumptions How you make people feel something Writing is thinking and thinking boosts your writing. #writing #writingcommunity

Break out of your limiting beliefs. See them for what they are: walls you built, not unbreakable barriers. Challenge them, push against them, and watch as cracks form. Once you step through, you’ll realize they were never as solid as they seemed.

The secret to writing for long-lasting impact: 👉 Depth Fast content is fun. But it doesn’t change lives. Create content that stays with people Build trust and authority with deep content Dive deep, don’t just share surface-level facts Provide insights that challenge conventional thinking #writing

“Anger is a hot coal you hold in your hand while waiting to throw it at somebody.” The longer you hold onto anger, the more it burns you, not the person you intend to hurt. Letting go isn’t weakness. It’s choosing to free yourself before the fire consumes you.

Choosing your niche can be a major headache, especially if you’re just starting out. A broad niche is great for attracting a lot of people, but the question is, are you attracting the right audience? Appeal to everyone and you appeal to no one. moonaricathoughts.substack.com/p/a-simple-w...

7 simple tweaks to make your writing irresistible! Most writing is forgettable but yours doesn’t have to be. Readers decide within seconds whether to keep going or move on. When you know how to hook attention and hold it, your words become magnetic. #writing

The world doesn’t owe you a thing. No guarantees. No shortcuts. No promises. But you? You owe yourself everything. 🤜 Effort 🤜 Discipline 🤜 Courage to keep going Because waiting for the world to hand you something is a losing game. But betting on yourself? That’s how you win.

You wrote because the words needed to be said. But who's reading? Maybe someone who needed those exact words today. Maybe someone searching for a sign. Or maybe, the first reader was always meant to be yourself.

3 fun ways to repurpose your content: 1. Put some oomph in by changing out words 2. Change the order of listicles and give it a new title 3. Turn your best words into a “quotable quote”

The Golden Rule says “Treat others the way you want to be treated.” The Internal Golden Rule says “Treat yourself like others should have treated you.” The first teaches kindness, the second teaches self-respect. You want to be kind, but you also want to recognize your self-worth.

What’s holding us back is not lack of skills or knowledge. Just look at how many writers here sharing tips and strategies. It’s lack of implementation. Learn something today and take action. Action brings results.

Creativity is a muscle, exercise it daily. The more you challenge it, stretch it, and push beyond the familiar, the more effortlessly ideas flow. Write, sketch, brainstorm, experiment, every act of creation builds consistency. Inspiration isn’t something you wait for, it’s something you train for.

Every choice you make is a fork in the road. One decision can silence a dream before it can breathe. Another can ignite it, setting things in motion. The difference? - Courage - Awareness - Action Even when doubt whispers in your ear. Choose wisely. Your future is built one decision at a time.

Do you break writing rules? Rigidly sticking to them can kill creativity. Learn the rules, then break them without qualms. Your unique voice matters more than conventions. #writing #iamwriter

There’s no need to reinvent the wheel. Original and fresh ideas are often just your unique spin on existing ones. Creativity comes from reimagining.

Writing more doesn’t mean writing better. Quantity ≠ Quality Don’t just churn out content. Write with intention instead. Put in your heart and soul. Write, refine, publish. Give your best. #writing #writingcommunity #iamwriter

Live more. Worry less. Smile wider. Laugh louder. Love deeper. Dream bigger. Take more risks. Speak your truth. Feel everything fully. Fail fast, learn faster. Chase what excites you. Dance like no one’s around. Make memories that matter.

Reading gives more than just inspiration: - advice - solutions - comfort - warmth Books bring both smiles and tears. #reading #books

Who are you writing for? Have your ideal reader in mind, but stay true to yourself. Balance connection with authenticity. #writing #iamwriter

Your unique writing voice is shaped by your life story. Draw from your - values - experiences - perspectives These could not be copied or fabricated. #writing #iamwriter

The worst fear lives in your mind, not out in the world.

If you’re afraid of failure, dare yourself to fail. Success comes after that. If you’re afraid of loneliness, dare yourself to be alone. Contentment comes after that. If you’re afraid of not being enough, take action. It’ll be more than enough. Live with purpose and you’ll find connections.

I have written to the point of no return. #writing #iamwriter

Becoming a better writer doesn’t require a massive overhaul of your skills or endless hours of practice. It only takes 1%. The best part is, you can compound your writing skills by starting today. #writing #writingcommunity #iamwriter

I didn’t post anything new yesterday. It left me feeling empty. Life just isn't the same without writing anything. #writing #iamwriter

Stop trying to appeal to everyone “Reach as many people as possible” is logical but also a trap. When you try to please everyone, you resonate with no one. Speak to the masses and your voice becomes generic. Write like everyone and your message is watered down. #writing #writingcommunity

Whatever hard work you put in now is worth the effort. If you haven’t seen results, remember it takes time for seeds to grow into saplings, flower and bear fruit. Some longer than others.

Don’t write for algorithms. Pleasing platforms often leads to generic content. It’s the quickest way to lose your voice. Write for humans instead. Engage your readers with stories, insights, and authenticity. People, not algorithms, build loyal audiences. #writing #writingcommunity

Everyone swipes and scrolls, looking for something to catch their eye, or hoping to inhale information fast. But brevity can backfire. moonaricathoughts.substack.com/p/profession...

Change is hard. But staying where you are is harder. Take steps to change your circumstances for the better.

Shout out to everyone building a writing career from scratch. What you don't have: - Skills - Knowledge - Experience What you have: - Commitment - Courage - Can-do attitude You have everything you need. Start today. #writing #iamwriter #writingcommunity

Sitting on the mountain of hard work is better than laying in the valley of regrets. If you can’t be disciplined, be consistent. 👉 Take 1 more step. 👉 Write 1 more word. 👉 Hit “post“ 1 more time. Small actions add up over time.

Saying you are a writer is the first step to becoming a writer. If you believe in yourself, others will too! #writing #iamwriter

If writers don’t write from the heart, readers won’t feel what’s from the heart. #writer #iamwriter

Announcing a new monthly writing challenge ✍️✍️✍️ For 2025, we are upping the game and inviting anyone who wants to take creativity to a whole new level! 🎉🐦‍🔥 Details here 👇👇👇 #writing #writingchallenge #writingcommunity

It takes 10,000 hours to build mastery. But does it really? 10,000 hours = 417 days Can we master a skill in one year? Sure we can. Only if we are focused, intentional, and deliberate. Mastery is not clocking hours. You’ve got to give it your all. Full attention, full effort, full speed.

Is talking only about reasoning? That’s only part of the story. Talking is about understanding, not just convincing. People connect through feelings, not just facts.

No one could write your story, only you. Your daily experiences, your feelings, your joys and sadness. No one else has lived your moments, dreamed your dreams, or wrestled with your doubts. Your words are a mark only you could leave in this world. #writing