Chapter
The Fallacy of Perfect Writing
07:57 - 14:58 (07:01)
In this episode, the importance of embracing imperfection and abandoning the notion of perfect writing is discussed. The chapter on perfectionism in the book Bird by Bird is also analyzed, highlighting why it is considered the voice of the oppressor.
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Writing coach, Anne Lamott, believes that writing badly is the key to completing a first draft of a book as all esteemed authors began with unreadable first drafts of their works.
07:57 - 11:30 (03:32)
Summary
Writing coach, Anne Lamott, believes that writing badly is the key to completing a first draft of a book as all esteemed authors began with unreadable first drafts of their works. She advises people to focus on writing small and to take it bird by bird.
ChapterThe Fallacy of Perfect Writing
Episode#522: Anne Lamott on Taming Your Inner Critic, Finding Grace, and Prayer
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
A conversation about writing, perfectionism, and the inner critic, featuring writer Anne Lamott and therapist and author David Bedrick.
11:30 - 13:32 (02:01)
Summary
A conversation about writing, perfectionism, and the inner critic, featuring writer Anne Lamott and therapist and author David Bedrick. They discuss how perfectionism is the voice of the oppressor and share strategies for taming the inner critic.
ChapterThe Fallacy of Perfect Writing
Episode#522: Anne Lamott on Taming Your Inner Critic, Finding Grace, and Prayer
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The book "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott is 90% about turning down the negative inner voice, or the "K-F**ked Radio," and giving it a new job, like being an ethical consultant for a project.
13:32 - 14:58 (01:26)
Summary
The book "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott is 90% about turning down the negative inner voice, or the "K-F**ked Radio," and giving it a new job, like being an ethical consultant for a project.