Tag Archives: commitment and writing

Before You

“All I try to do is write music that feels meaningful to me, that has commitment and passion behind it….If what I’m writing about is real, and if there’s emotion, then, hey, they’ll be someone who wants to hear it.”   … Continue reading

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Commitment Courage

“The relationship between commitment and doubt is by no means an antagonistic one. Commitment is healthiest when it is not without doubt, but in spite of doubt.” Rollo May When I read these words, they cast a warm glow over … Continue reading

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Splendid Voices

“The universe is made of stories, not atoms.”   Muriel Rukeyser It was a Sunday to celebrate! In my hometown of Montclair, The Write Group, a spirited, welcoming community of writers was marking its 19th year. What began with five people … Continue reading

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Terrific Trio

“Make a commitment. Make it public. Make it happen.” Frank Somma Frank’s nine-word strategy packs a powerful punch. He’s a highly successful motivational speaker (http://www.franksomma.com/) who often works with people in sales, one of those jobs that totally depends on … Continue reading

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Keep Writing

“The secret to becoming a writer is to write, write, and keep on writing.” Ken MacLeod Sounds simple, doesn’t it? And yet a thousand dragons seem to rear their heads to keep us from doing what we need to do: … Continue reading

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Powerful Magnet

“The moment you commit and quit holding back, all sorts of unforeseen incidents, meetings and material assistance will rise to help you. The simple act of commitment is a powerful magnet for help.” Napoleon Hill Here’s my handy Compact Oxford’s … Continue reading

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Four Pens

“But have the courage to write whatever your dream is for yourself.” May Sarton Pens, pencils, paperclips — I love the humbler tools of our trade. Along with my computer, I have several manual typewriters that I dust off and … Continue reading

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Something Wonderful

As we take time to relax and restore ourselves, here’s something inspiring to ponder: “Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back, always ineffectiveness. Concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth … Continue reading

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