Welcome back to What If? For Authors! In this episode, Claire tackles the often-preached but rarely questioned idea of consistency in the writing world. If you've ever felt stressed about not maintaining a perfect daily writing habit or worried that inconsistency might ruin your career, this episode is for you.

Why Consistency Gets Overhyped:

Many authors are told that success depends on consistent daily output, but is that really true?

Claire shares her frustrations with the industry’s obsession over this idea and why it may not be the golden rule we think it is.

The Problem with the "One Size Fits All" Approach:

Some writers thrive on daily word counts; others don’t.

The myth that consistency guarantees success vs. the reality of different creative rhythms.

The Hidden Truth: You’re Already Consistent in Important Ways

Everyone has consistent patterns in how they think, feel, and act.

From how you handle plot holes to how you react to surprise opportunities—your personality is already shaping your writing patterns.

The Enneagram perspective: different types naturally approach consistency differently, and that’s okay.

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Happy Writing!