Planning for Resilient Writing Habits with Claire Fishback

Claire Fishback discusses her 'Plan For Anything' approach, which she developed during recovery from a concussion in early 2020. Claire emphasizes the importance of creating a joyful and flexible writing practice. She outlines her tools for resilience, perseverance, and consistency, offering practical advice like 'Give It 20,' 'Commit to Old Musty,' and 'Make It Fun.' Claire shares insights from her coaching experiences and answers questions on overcoming writer's block and maintaining motivation. Listen in to discover how to integrate writing into your life in a way that suits your unique circumstances.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:16 The Importance of Planning for Writers

00:37 Inspiration Behind 'Plan For Anything'

03:53 Resilience Tools for Writers

08:22 Perseverance Tools for Writers

12:40 Consistency Tools for Writers

16:16 Activating Your Writing Brain with Music

16:41 The Power of the 'Give It 20' Method

17:14 Overcoming Inner Saboteurs

18:06 Creating a Distraction-Free Writing Environment

19:14 Personal Writing Rituals and Tools

20:33 Reconnecting with Your Manuscript

22:24 Managing Writing with Chronic Health Issues

23:25 Understanding the Spoon Theory

24:50 Rebooting Your Writing Practice

29:48 Final Thoughts and Resources