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Shuyi Chua I have always wanted to be a writer since I was young. I think the best thing about actually doing it (writing a book and self-publishing) is that I a…moreI have always wanted to be a writer since I was young. I think the best thing about actually doing it (writing a book and self-publishing) is that I actually enjoyed every step of the process.

Each stage was fun for me - writing the book, sending it for feedback, finding a graphic designer for my cover, finding a copyeditor, and then tinkering with Kindle Create. If you have a desire to be a writer, you may actually find that work very enjoyable.

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Shuyi Chua Learn not to be too hard on yourself when you need a break. Instead of labeling your times of needing a helping hand as a condition, seek for inspirat…moreLearn not to be too hard on yourself when you need a break. Instead of labeling your times of needing a helping hand as a condition, seek for inspiration and know it is perfectly normal to reach this state. When a path you have chosen reaches a block, help yourself to find alternative ways around that block.

I let my mind take a break when it needs to from the work. During my longer breaks, I watch movies related to the topic I am working on or I read books on writing. Talking to others about what you're writing also stimulate ideas. Basically, I will approach my work from another angle. I don't believe in forcing something that isn't there or ready, but to coax it gently from another angle.
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The Graduate Student as Writer: Encouragement for the Budding Scholar

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“Aim for success, not perfection. Never give up your right to be wrong, because then you will lose the ability to learn new things and move forward with your life. Remember that fear always lurks behind perfectionism. Confronting your fears and allowing yourself the right to be human can, paradoxically, make yourself a happier and more productive person.”
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