In his decades as a psychotherapist and creativity coach, Eric Maisel
has found a common thread behind what often gets labeled "writer's
block," "procrastination," or "stage fright." It's the particular
anxiety that, paradoxically, keeps creators from doing, completing, or
sharing the work they are driven toward. This "creative anxiety" can
take the form of avoiding the work, declaring it not good enough, or
failing to market it -- and it can cripple creators for decades, even
lifetimes. But Maisel has learned what sets successful creators apart.
He shares these strategies here, including artist-specific stress
management; how to work despite bruised egos, day jobs, and other
inevitable frustrations; and what not to do to deal with anxiety.
Implementing these 24 lessons replaces the pain of not creating with the
profound rewards of free artistic self-expression.
* Practical insights and proven techniques for overcoming the
challenges and fears that plague creators of every kind
* Teaching tales that convey effective approaches to creating
fearlessly and abundantly