In this episode, I’ll share how to prioritize any project, big or small. This is part 6 of my series on goal setting, and how it can help you organize the overwhelm of your life and set you up for success at any time of the year After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: Have you used the prioritization matrix before? How did it help you?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/how-to-prioritize-projects/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/

In this episode, I’ll share how to prioritize any project, big or small. This is part 6 of my series on goal setting, and how it can help you organize the overwhelm of your life and set you up for success at any time of the year After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: Have you used the prioritization matrix before? How did it help you?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/how-to-prioritize-projects/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/how-to-prioritize-projects/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>

How to Prioritize Projects (Organize Your Overwhelm Part 6) | #25

In this episode, I’ll share my holistic goal setting method. This is part 5 of my series on goal setting, and how it can help you organize the overwhelm of your life and set you up for success at any time of the year. In this episode:Types of goalsWhy goals failMy holistic goal setting method After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What would be or is your one goal? What is one thing you would change or work towards that would help you the most? Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/holistic-goal-setting/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/

In this episode, I’ll share my holistic goal setting method. This is part 5 of my series on goal setting, and how it can help you organize the overwhelm of your life and set you up for success at any time of the year. In this episode:<ul><li>Types of goals</li><li>Why goals fail</li><li>My holistic goal setting method</li></ul> After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What would be or is your one goal? What is one thing you would change or work towards that would help you the most? Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/holistic-goal-setting/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/holistic-goal-setting/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>

Holistic Goal Setting (Organize Your Overwhelm Part 5) | #24

In this episode I’m sharing whether or not this is the end of the podcast. I’ll share what’s been going on over the last several months, and share thoughts about the future. After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: How has this year been going for you? Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/is-this-the-end-of-the-podcast/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/

In this episode I’m sharing whether or not this is the end of the podcast. I’ll share what’s been going on over the last several months, and share thoughts about the future. After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: How has this year been going for you? Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/is-this-the-end-of-the-podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/is-this-the-end-of-the-podcast/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>

Is this the end of the podcast? | #26

In this episode:Different ways to define successThe one question you need to ask yourselfThe Be Do Have Method After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: How can you use the Be Do Have method to help you?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/defining-what-you-need-for-success/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

In this episode:<ul><li>Different ways to define success</li><li>The one question you need to ask yourself</li><li>The Be Do Have Method</li></ul> After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: How can you use the Be Do Have method to help you?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/defining-what-you-need-for-success/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/defining-what-you-need-for-success/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

Defining What You Need for Success (Organize Your Overwhelm Part 4) | #23

In this episode, I’m continuing with part 3 of my goal setting series and I’ll share exactly how long it took me to write and publish 3 books from start to finish, plus I share just how many days I spent writing last year.After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What have you learned from this episode/blog post? What struck out to you the most? Has this information changed your view on writing and how much you ‘need’ to do?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/how-long-it-takes-to-write-publish-a-book/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

In this episode, I’m continuing with part 3 of my goal setting series and I’ll share exactly how long it took me to write and publish 3 books from start to finish, plus I share just how many days I spent writing last year.After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What have you learned from this episode/blog post? What struck out to you the most? Has this information changed your view on writing and how much you ‘need’ to do?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/how-long-it-takes-to-write-publish-a-book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/how-long-it-takes-to-write-publish-a-book/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

How Long it Takes to Write & Publish a Book (Organize Your Overwhelm Part 3) | #22

This episode is part 2 of my series on goal setting, and how it can help you organize the overwhelm of your life and set yourself up for success at any time of the year. ⁠⁠You’ll learn how much your time is worth, including:How the 80/20 Rule (aka Pareto Principle) applies to youHow to value to tasks you doHow to decide which tasks you should focus on, and which tasks to outsource or get help withAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What do you think about these different buckets? Do you agree with the breakdown, why or why not?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/how-much-is-your-time-really-worth/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

This episode is part 2 of my series on goal setting, and how it can help you organize the overwhelm of your life and set yourself up for success at any time of the year. ⁠⁠You’ll learn how much your time is worth, including:<ul><li>How the 80/20 Rule (aka Pareto Principle) applies to you</li><li>How to value to tasks you do</li><li>How to decide which tasks you should focus on, and which tasks to outsource or get help with</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What do you think about these different buckets? Do you agree with the breakdown, why or why not?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/how-much-is-your-time-really-worth/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/how-much-is-your-time-really-worth/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

How Much is Your Time Really Worth (Organize Your Overwhelm Part 2) | #21

Today’s episode is part 1 of my series on goal setting, and how it can help you organize the overwhelm of your life and set yourself up for success at any time of the year. ⁠⁠You’ll learn:What ‘productivity’ really meansThe truth about timeThe perception of timeHow to recognize your true prioritiesAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What from this episode resonated with you? Has it changed your perception about time?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/key-to-achieving-your-goal/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

Today’s episode is part 1 of my series on goal setting, and how it can help you organize the overwhelm of your life and set yourself up for success at any time of the year. ⁠⁠You’ll learn:<ul><li>What ‘productivity’ really means</li><li>The truth about time</li><li>The perception of time</li><li>How to recognize your true priorities</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What from this episode resonated with you? Has it changed your perception about time?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/key-to-achieving-your-goal/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/key-to-achieving-your-goal/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

The Key to Achieving Your Goals (Organize Your Overwhelm Part 1) | #20

In this episode:Are online courses right for you?The types of courses availableCourse platforms (and technology)How much I spent on courses last yearReviews of courses I’ve taken including B-School, writing courses, and even courses to create coursesAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What courses have you taken or will you take this year? What kind of course would you love to take but can’t find?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/best-online-courses-for-writers-creators/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

In this episode:<ul><li>Are online courses right for you?</li><li>The types of courses available</li><li>Course platforms (and technology)</li><li>How much I spent on courses last year</li><li>Reviews of courses I’ve taken including B-School, writing courses, and even courses to create courses</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What courses have you taken or will you take this year? What kind of course would you love to take but can’t find?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/best-online-courses-for-writers-creators/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/best-online-courses-for-writers-creators/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

Best Online Courses For Writers & Creators | #19

In this episode:What I do before I start writingTips that help me writeQuick draft techniques I useHow I edit as a pansterAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: Share what helps you write and any tips you have whether you’re a pantser, plotter, or somewhere in-betweenHead to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/my-pantser-writing-process/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

In this episode:<ul><li>What I do before I start writing</li><li>Tips that help me write</li><li>Quick draft techniques I use</li><li>How I edit as a panster</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: Share what helps you write and any tips you have whether you’re a pantser, plotter, or somewhere in-betweenHead to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/my-pantser-writing-process/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/my-pantser-writing-process/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

My Pantser Writing Process | #18

In this episode:The signs of low/no energy daysHow to get past feeling like a failure on those days &amp; letting go of the guilt of doing nothingWhy doing nothing is really doing something3 tips to help you accomplish your tasks – big and small – on those days After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What do you do on days when you don’t have any energy? Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/managing-low-no-energy-days/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

In this episode:<ul><li>The signs of low/no energy days</li><li>How to get past feeling like a failure on those days &amp; letting go of the guilt of doing nothing</li><li>Why doing nothing is really doing something</li><li>3 tips to help you accomplish your tasks – big and small – on those days</li></ul> After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What do you do on days when you don’t have any energy? Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/managing-low-no-energy-days/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/managing-low-no-energy-days/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

How to Manage Low Energy Days | #17

You may write alone, but you are not alone. Inside the Writer’s Soul focuses on how personal experiences can inform your writing, and help you speak from the soul to really connect with readers and other authors as well. In this community for authors from any genre, background, or publishing type, we’ll also help you tackle challenges in all things writing including mindset, marketing, mental health, the muse, and more. Your writer’s soul doesn’t need to take the writing and publishing journey alone…join me, your host M. Khan along with rest of our community, and let’s move forward together.

In this episode:The differences in self-publishing, traditional publishing, and hybrid publishingPros and cons of different publishing types5 questions to ask yourself to help you decide which publishing type is best for youAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: Which publishing path are you interested in pursuing or are currently pursuing? Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/publishing-types/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

In this episode:<ul><li>The differences in self-publishing, traditional publishing, and hybrid publishing</li><li>Pros and cons of different publishing types</li><li>5 questions to ask yourself to help you decide which publishing type is best for you</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: Which publishing path are you interested in pursuing or are currently pursuing? Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/publishing-types/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/publishing-types/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

Should You Self-Publish, Traditionally Publish, or Hybrid Publish? | #16

In this episode:My writing and business plans for the yearGet a peek at my upcoming Organize Your Overwhelm course and how you can win access for free, along with other tools for authors that are launching this year to help youAll my ambitious writing plansHow to avoid comparisonitisHow to avoid failing at projects and goals you startAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What are you planning to do this year and how are you defining success for those projects?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/2020-plans/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

In this episode:<ul><li>My writing and business plans for the year</li><li>Get a peek at my upcoming Organize Your Overwhelm course and how you can win access for free, along with other tools for authors that are launching this year to help you</li><li>All my ambitious writing plans</li><li>How to avoid comparisonitis</li><li>How to avoid failing at projects and goals you start</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What are you planning to do this year and how are you defining success for those projects?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/2020-plans/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/2020-plans/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

2020 Plans | #15

In this episode:Part 2 of my decade in review (2015-2019)How I began to turn my writing into a careerHow I recognized my depression triggersBeing proud of yourself vs being conceited2010 me vs 2019 meThe biggest takeaway from the past ten yearsAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What have you learned about yourself over the last ten years?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/decade-in-review/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/ *Emotional trigger warning* - there will be discussion of depression and other mental health sensitive topics.Disclaimer: I am not a therapist, or a licensed or professional counselor, or anything like that. Please see a list of resources below if you need help, many of which are available 24/7. MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES:From Healthline (these and more resources are available here: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#1) National Suicide Prevention Hotline –800-273-8255 (24/7)Online chat (available 24/7): https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Crisis Text Line – available 24/7Text HOME to 741741https://www.crisistextline.org/The Trevor Project – for LGBTQ youthPhone (available 24/7)8: 66-488-7386 (24/7)https://www.thetrevorproject.org/The Veterans Crisis Line – Anyone can call, chat, or text, even those not registered or enrolled with the VA. Available 24/7800-273-8255 and press 1Text 838255Online chat: veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chatSupport for those who are deaf or hard of hearing (not available 24/7): 800-799-4889veteranscrisisline.net OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED:Use Marie Forleo’s guide to do your own decade in review: https://www.marieforleo.com/2019/12/decade-in-review-10-year-plan/Emily McDowell:https://www.instagram.com/emilyonlife/

In this episode:<ul><li>Part 2 of my decade in review (2015-2019)</li><li>How I began to turn my writing into a career</li><li>How I recognized my depression triggers</li><li>Being proud of yourself vs being conceited</li><li>2010 me vs 2019 me</li><li>The biggest takeaway from the past ten years</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know: What have you learned about yourself over the last ten years?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/decade-in-review/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/decade-in-review/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a> *Emotional trigger warning* - there will be discussion of depression and other mental health sensitive topics.Disclaimer: I am not a therapist, or a licensed or professional counselor, or anything like that. Please see a list of resources below if you need help, many of which are available 24/7. MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES:From Healthline (these and more resources are available here: <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#1</a>) National Suicide Prevention Hotline –<ul><li>800-273-8255 (24/7)</li><li>Online chat (available 24/7): <a href="https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/</a></li><li><a href="https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/</a></li></ul>Crisis Text Line – available 24/7<ul><li>Text HOME to 741741</li><li><a href="https://www.crisistextline.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.crisistextline.org/</a></li></ul>The Trevor Project – for LGBTQ youth<ul><li>Phone (available 24/7)8: 66-488-7386 (24/7)</li><li><a href="https://www.thetrevorproject.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thetrevorproject.org/</a></li></ul>The Veterans Crisis Line – Anyone can call, chat, or text, even those not registered or enrolled with the VA. Available 24/7<ul><li>800-273-8255 and press 1</li><li>Text 838255</li><li>Online chat: <a href="veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat</a></li><li>Support for those who are deaf or hard of hearing (not available 24/7): 800-799-4889</li><li><a href="veteranscrisisline.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">veteranscrisisline.net</a></li></ul> OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED:Use Marie Forleo’s guide to do your own decade in review: <a href="https://www.marieforleo.com/2019/12/decade-in-review-10-year-plan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.marieforleo.com/2019/12/decade-in-review-10-year-plan/</a>Emily McDowell:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/emilyonlife/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/emilyonlife/</a>

Decade in Review Part 2 | #14

In this episode:Part 1 of my decade in review (2010-2014)The story of the stranger on the train who helped me without realizing itHow I began to learn to believe in myself even when those around me didn’tThe painful truth behind every decision I madeAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know what you thought about this episode.Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/decade-in-review/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/ *Emotional trigger warning* - there will be discussion of depression and other mental health sensitive topics.Disclaimer: I am not a therapist, or a licensed or professional counselor, or anything like that. Please see a list of resources below if you need help, many of which are available 24/7. MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES:From Healthline (these and more resources are available here: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#1) National Suicide Prevention Hotline –800-273-8255 (24/7)Online chat (available 24/7): https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/Crisis Text Line – available 24/7Text HOME to 741741https://www.crisistextline.org/The Trevor Project – for LGBTQ youthPhone (available 24/7)8: 66-488-7386 (24/7)https://www.thetrevorproject.org/The Veterans Crisis Line – Anyone can call, chat, or text, even those not registered or enrolled with the VA. Available 24/7800-273-8255 and press 1Text 838255Online chat: veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chatSupport for those who are deaf or hard of hearing (not available 24/7): 800-799-4889veteranscrisisline.net OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED:Use Marie Forleo’s guide to do your own decade in review: https://www.marieforleo.com/2019/12/decade-in-review-10-year-plan/Emily McDowell:https://www.instagram.com/emilyonlife/

In this episode:<ul><li>Part 1 of my decade in review (2010-2014)</li><li>The story of the stranger on the train who helped me without realizing it</li><li>How I began to learn to believe in myself even when those around me didn’t</li><li>The painful truth behind every decision I made</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and let me know what you thought about this episode.Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/decade-in-review/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/decade-in-review/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a> *Emotional trigger warning* - there will be discussion of depression and other mental health sensitive topics.Disclaimer: I am not a therapist, or a licensed or professional counselor, or anything like that. Please see a list of resources below if you need help, many of which are available 24/7. MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES:From Healthline (these and more resources are available here: <a href="https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/suicide-resource-guide#1</a>) National Suicide Prevention Hotline –<ul><li>800-273-8255 (24/7)</li><li>Online chat (available 24/7): <a href="https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/</a></li><li><a href="https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/</a></li></ul>Crisis Text Line – available 24/7<ul><li>Text HOME to 741741</li><li><a href="https://www.crisistextline.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.crisistextline.org/</a></li></ul>The Trevor Project – for LGBTQ youth<ul><li>Phone (available 24/7)8: 66-488-7386 (24/7)</li><li><a href="https://www.thetrevorproject.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.thetrevorproject.org/</a></li></ul>The Veterans Crisis Line – Anyone can call, chat, or text, even those not registered or enrolled with the VA. Available 24/7<ul><li>800-273-8255 and press 1</li><li>Text 838255</li><li>Online chat: <a href="veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">veteranscrisisline.net/get-help/chat</a></li><li>Support for those who are deaf or hard of hearing (not available 24/7): 800-799-4889</li><li><a href="veteranscrisisline.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">veteranscrisisline.net</a></li></ul> OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED:Use Marie Forleo’s guide to do your own decade in review: <a href="https://www.marieforleo.com/2019/12/decade-in-review-10-year-plan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.marieforleo.com/2019/12/decade-in-review-10-year-plan/</a>Emily McDowell:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/emilyonlife/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/emilyonlife/</a>

Decade in Review Part 1 | #13

“It’s okay to write a bad book. It’s okay to publish a bad book. Give yourself permission to be a beginner. Give yourself permission to improve and congratulate yourself as you do get better. Don’t be so hard on yourself and don’t focus on all the negative things about your book or story. Focus on the positive – you finished a story or a book! That’s amazing. Be proud of yourself.”In this episode:What’s a ‘bad’ book?How negativity bias plays a roleValuing the decision to publish a bad book, over not publishing it at allGiving yourself permission to be a beginnerThe story shared in this episode: my journey of publishing a bad storyAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community. Have you written or published a ‘bad’ book? How do you feel about that experience now?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/its-okay-to-write-a-bad-book/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

“It’s okay to write a bad book. It’s okay to publish a bad book. Give yourself permission to be a beginner. Give yourself permission to improve and congratulate yourself as you do get better. Don’t be so hard on yourself and don’t focus on all the negative things about your book or story. Focus on the positive – you finished a story or a book! That’s amazing. Be proud of yourself.”In this episode:<ul><li>What’s a ‘bad’ book?</li><li>How negativity bias plays a role</li><li>Valuing the decision to publish a bad book, over not publishing it at all</li><li>Giving yourself permission to be a beginner</li><li>The story shared in this episode: my journey of publishing a bad story</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community. Have you written or published a ‘bad’ book? How do you feel about that experience now?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/its-okay-to-write-a-bad-book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/its-okay-to-write-a-bad-book/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

It’s Okay to Write a Bad Book | #12

In this episode:When to push yourself to writeMy mindset trick to help you finish your first or next book3 Tips to help you decide what to write nextThe story shared in this episode: Details of my writing process“If you have not planned what you’re writing for 2020 yet, that’s perfectly okay. You are not behind, you are going at your own pace and that is completely okay. But if you struggle to decide what to write next, of if you’d just like a few fresh ideas or a couple of different ways to think about what to write next, then today’s episode might be for you and here are three tips to help you.”After you listen, head to the blog and join our community. Have you started planning your 2020? How do you decide which book or books to write?Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/what-to-write-next/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

In this episode:<ul><li>When to push yourself to write</li><li>My mindset trick to help you finish your first or next book</li><li>3 Tips to help you decide what to write next</li><li>The story shared in this episode: Details of my writing process</li></ul>“If you have not planned what you’re writing for 2020 yet, that’s perfectly okay. You are not behind, you are going at your own pace and that is completely okay. But if you struggle to decide what to write next, of if you’d just like a few fresh ideas or a couple of different ways to think about what to write next, then today’s episode might be for you and here are three tips to help you.”After you listen, head to the blog and join our community. Have you started planning your 2020? How do you decide which book or books to write?Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/what-to-write-next/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/what-to-write-next/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

How to Decide What to Write Next | #11

“While a yearly theme is an overall concept that I want to keep working towards for the entire year, a word of the year is something that I will incorporate into my daily life and utilize every day.” In this episode:What’s a word of the year?Do you need a word of the year?My words in 2018 and 2019, and my upcoming word for 2020The story shared in this episode: how words of the year have helped me to grow personally and, in some respects, heal myselfAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community. Have you tried using a word of the year before? Will you try a word of the year for 2020?As with many podcasts, I have a resource to help you! Head to the blog to download a set of FREE worksheets to help you decide on a word of the year.Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/word-of-the-year/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

“While a yearly theme is an overall concept that I want to keep working towards for the entire year, a word of the year is something that I will incorporate into my daily life and utilize every day.” In this episode:<ul><li>What’s a word of the year?</li><li>Do you need a word of the year?</li><li>My words in 2018 and 2019, and my upcoming word for 2020</li><li>The story shared in this episode: how words of the year have helped me to grow personally and, in some respects, heal myself</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community. Have you tried using a word of the year before? Will you try a word of the year for 2020?As with many podcasts, I have a resource to help you! Head to the blog to download a set of FREE worksheets to help you decide on a word of the year.Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/word-of-the-year/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/word-of-the-year/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

Word of the Year | #10

“The yearly themes I’ve used have helped transform my life. They’ve helped me to focus, to grow and accept myself, and have even helped heal me physically, emotionally, mentally, and even creatively.”In this episode:What’s a yearly theme?Do you need a yearly theme?My themes in 2018 and 2019, and my upcoming theme for 2020The story shared in this episode: how yearly themes have helped me focus, grow, accept myself, and push me in the right directionAfter you listen, head to the blog and join our community. Have you tried yearly themes before? Will you try a yearly theme for 2020?As with many podcasts, I have a resource to help you! Head to the blog to download a set of FREE worksheets to help you decide on a yearly theme.Head to the blog now: https://mehvishkhan.com/yearly-themes/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

“The yearly themes I’ve used have helped transform my life. They’ve helped me to focus, to grow and accept myself, and have even helped heal me physically, emotionally, mentally, and even creatively.”In this episode:<ul><li>What’s a yearly theme?</li><li>Do you need a yearly theme?</li><li>My themes in 2018 and 2019, and my upcoming theme for 2020</li><li>The story shared in this episode: how yearly themes have helped me focus, grow, accept myself, and push me in the right direction</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community. Have you tried yearly themes before? Will you try a yearly theme for 2020?As with many podcasts, I have a resource to help you! Head to the blog to download a set of FREE worksheets to help you decide on a yearly theme.Head to the blog now: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/yearly-themes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/yearly-themes/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

Yearly Themes | #9

“It’s a really great and simple idea. It’s something I started doing this year and, even though I’m not finished with one full year of this journal, it’s the only journal I have ever been able to consistently and continually write in every single day, and it’s completely changed my mindset.”In this episode:Do you usually give up on journaling?Introduction to the 5-year journal, which is the only journal I’ve written in every dayThe benefits of looking back for reflectionThe story shared in this episode: how my author life has changed in the last five years, and why a journal is helping me stay positive as I move into the next five.After you listen, head to the blog and join the discussion. Do you journal? Would you try a 5-year journal? How has your #authorlife changed since you first started writing?I also have a FREE download for you! Head to the blog to get a printable version of this journal you can try for yourself.Head to the blog now to join our community and get your free template to try this journal for free: https://mehvishkhan.com/the-five-year-journal/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/Science of brain negativity: https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-bias-4589618

“It’s a really great and simple idea. It’s something I started doing this year and, even though I’m not finished with one full year of this journal, it’s the only journal I have ever been able to consistently and continually write in every single day, and it’s completely changed my mindset.”In this episode:<ul><li>Do you usually give up on journaling?</li><li>Introduction to the 5-year journal, which is the only journal I’ve written in every day</li><li>The benefits of looking back for reflection</li><li>The story shared in this episode: how my author life has changed in the last five years, and why a journal is helping me stay positive as I move into the next five.</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join the discussion. Do you journal? Would you try a 5-year journal? How has your #authorlife changed since you first started writing?I also have a FREE download for you! Head to the blog to get a printable version of this journal you can try for yourself.Head to the blog now to join our community and get your free template to try this journal for free: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/the-five-year-journal/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/the-five-year-journal/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>Science of brain negativity: <a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-bias-4589618" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-bias-4589618</a>

The One Journal That Changed My Author Mindset | #8

“No matter what medium you are using to express yourself, so long as you keep these different audiences in mind and what the expectations for the various audiences are, it can help you with your work.”In this episode:The four ‘E’s of audience expectations – what audiences are expecting from your work, whether you’re an #author, #filmmaker, #photographer, #artist, #songwriter, or other type of #creator.The story shared in this episode: How each ‘E’ applies to different facets of my books or life, plus I reveal my Hogwarts house!After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and join in the discussion. Do the 4 ‘E’s ring true for you and your content? Why or why not?As with many of my podcast episodes, I have a #FREE #resource to help you. Head to blog to download your cheat sheet of ‘E’s from this episode and, while you’re there, don’t forget to leave a comment about this podcast and join our community of writers and listeners.Head to the blog now to join our community: https://mehvishkhan.com/audience-expectations/Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/Join our podcast community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/

“No matter what medium you are using to express yourself, so long as you keep these different audiences in mind and what the expectations for the various audiences are, it can help you with your work.”In this episode:<ul><li>The four ‘E’s of audience expectations – what audiences are expecting from your work, whether you’re an #author, #filmmaker, #photographer, #artist, #songwriter, or other type of #creator.</li><li>The story shared in this episode: How each ‘E’ applies to different facets of my books or life, plus I reveal my Hogwarts house!</li></ul>After you listen, head to the blog and join our community and join in the discussion. Do the 4 ‘E’s ring true for you and your content? Why or why not?As with many of my podcast episodes, I have a #FREE #resource to help you. Head to blog to download your cheat sheet of ‘E’s from this episode and, while you’re there, don’t forget to leave a comment about this podcast and join our community of writers and listeners.Head to the blog now to join our community: <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/audience-expectations/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/audience-expectations/</a>Sign-up for my newsletter to get free resources to help you:  <a href="https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://mehvishkhan.com/newsletter/</a>Join our podcast community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/insidethewriterssoul/</a>

Four ‘E’s of Audience Expectations | #7

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