In a novel, a good plot is about obstacles. But as a writer, you know that there are obstacles to writing, too. As authors go through the writing process, or as they go about building a writing career, there are a host of things can freeze them in their tracks. One of the big obstacles is anxiety.

Anxiety is not a disorder. It's not a disease. But it is a big mindset and mental health issue that affects so many writers. In this episode of the How to be an Author podcast, writing coach Karena Akhavein talks about:

-Why there is a strong correlation between creativity and anciety

-How anxiety impacts creativity and creative output for writers

-Real techniques to help to alleviate or to work through anxiety

-How experiencing anxiety can be a good thing for your book and your writing career

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