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Are you sabotaging yourself? » SEO Copywriting — Thu, 26 Sep 2013 10:00:52 +0000

[…] has always been a bit…challenging…for me. Sure, I learned to embrace it and run the occasional 5K. But a 10K seemed impossible. That’s 6.2 miles. Of running. […]

By: Heather Lloyd-Martin

Heather Lloyd-Martin — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 19:19:58 +0000

In reply to Kevin Carlton.

Love it! Thanks, Kevin!

And you’re right – just because you didn’t “earn enough” before doesn’t mean that you won’t EXCEED your income goals this year. Your past shouldn’t dictate your future!

You could even change the affirmation to, “I’m a very GOOD writer, who makes over X a year.” :)

Thanks for your comment!

By: Kevin Carlton

Kevin Carlton — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 15:17:28 +0000

Heather

You said:

– You’re not (fill in the blank.)

So I’ll fill in the blank and complete the sentence that fits me:

– You’re not earning enough money as a writer

However, the past and the present aren’t necessarily a guide to the future.

I’m also not just going to say ‘I’m a writer’. Instead I’m going to say ‘I’m a very GOOD writer’.

Thanks for spreading your positive thoughts.

By: Heather Lloyd-Martin

Heather Lloyd-Martin — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 20:13:55 +0000

Ooh, Jennifer – a lifelong runner since you were 11? That’s great!

The fact that you had the dedication to quit your day job and strike out on your own proves that YOU ARE A WRITER! Sure, there will be struggles – but when you do what you love (or even what you really like) the struggles are worth it!

By: Jennifer Nice

Jennifer Nice — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 19:17:42 +0000

Inspirational post! I can identify with it on two levels – I am a lifelong runner (since age 11) and have competed in several half-marathons. But it wasn’t until recently that I have the confidence and belief in myself that I AM A WRITER. Despite all the challenges (and struggles since I resigned from my day job and launched my web writing business), I’m living my dream. It’s not perfect, but I get to do what I love, and that is write.
Love your enewsletters and blog posts – keep them up. And I can’t wait to hear what the big news is that you hinted at in your last email. :)

By: Cecilia Green

Cecilia Green — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:03:17 +0000

Thanks Heather, that’s a great post! It’s a good reminder that a little belief can go a long way!

By: Heather Lloyd-Martin

Heather Lloyd-Martin — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:48:14 +0000

I LOVE the love (and the Steve Miller reference, too – thank you @Matthew!).

Keep on smiling – and keep on writing. We all go through dark nights of the soul when we questions our abilities and talents (I know I do.)

Just remember, at the end of the day, we (to paraphrase Popeye) “am what we am.”

And “we am” writers!
:)

By: Pamela

Pamela — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 16:35:37 +0000

Hi Heather!

I know it’s been a long time, but after reading this post, I had to comment. I want to thank you for writing it. It helps me put some things I’ve been going through in perspective.

You always know how to touch people with the right stuff – keep doing so!

By: Matthew Newnham

Matthew Newnham — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:54:48 +0000

Great post Heather!

And I’m delighted to join the love-in as a lifelong runner & a fellow writer. :-)

The much-loved Indian teacher and lifelong runner Sri Chimnoy once said, “We run to train the outer body, and to transform the inner person.”

In terms of affirmations, it’s also really powerful not just to repeat the mantra, but also to do as you did with your running, and remind yourself of the specific reasons you are [fill in the blanks], e.g.

I’m a picker

I’m a grinner

I’m a lover

Those lyrics from a Seattle based musician from the 70’s and 80’s… :-)

By: Sachin

Sachin — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:29:22 +0000

I AM A WRITER :)