Write the Damn Book Already

20: What to Do When "But What If..." Takes Over


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Even the most optimistic, curious, open-minded of us occasionally have moments when we worry, "Oh sh*t. What if...?" 

If you're like me, it's enough to keep you stuck in one place for hours (if not days. Or months). 

Many of us have two sides: we have a side that says, "Oh sh*t, what if...?" and we have a side that says, "I've got this! I'll figure it out!"

When writing your book (or, ultimately, getting ready to publish or starting on your fifth marketing campaign), how can you effectively (and quickly!) switch from a "Holy sh*t. What if...?" mindset to one of excited curiosity?

I'll tell you exactly how I do it in this episode of Write the Damn Book Already. 

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