Becoming A Writer

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Becoming A Writer

Welcome to Becoming A Writer podcast, a space where we write freely, write fearlessly, and write forever. In my writing life so far, one of the biggest realisations I have had is that it is not about writing and publishing a book but about becoming a writer who writes for life. With this podcast, I want to give you the love, support, encouragement to realise, become and stay a writer for life and enjoy every moment. I want you to know that writing is not as difficult as it seems and that you can have a fun time.

  1. 22/11/2024

    You Don't Need More Writing Advice. You Need More Writing Action.

    E32 - You Don't Need More Writing Advice. You Need More Writing Action. (Please note: The podcast is going on a winter break. Will be back on 1st Feb 2025.) Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into a common trap many writers fall into: the advice blackhole. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer volume of self-help resources available today. But at some point, we need to shift our focus from consuming advice to taking actionable steps. Key Points Discussed: The Self-Help Overload How the abundance of books, articles, videos, and courses can lead to information paralysis. The real purpose of these resources: to motivate and guide you into taking action. Personal Experience How consuming too much advice led to inaction in the early stages of writing. The realization that practical experience and writing were crucial to learning and growth. Learning Through Doing The benefits of starting your writing journey without waiting for the perfect moment or complete knowledge. Discovering personal writing habits and processes through actual writing practice. The Balance Between Learning and Doing Why it’s essential to balance the time spent on gathering advice with taking concrete steps towards your writing goals. The ideal ratio of action versus advice consumption for progress and productivity. Creating a Plan Encouragement to set a plan and schedule for writing and action. The promise of finding your writer self and making writing feel effortless with consistent effort. Takeaways: Action Over Advice: Consume advice to get started, but focus more on applying what you’ve learned through consistent action. Practical Experience: Begin writing and experimenting to discover what works best for you personally. Set Realistic Goals: Create a plan and stick with it to make significant progress on your writing journey. As the year wraps up, reflect on how much time you’ve spent taking action versus gathering advice. Promise yourself to prioritize action in the coming year to truly find and develop your writer self. Send in your suggestions and questions here. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📚 My non-fiction book for writers - Soul Writer vs. Social Writer - Find Out Which One Are You?, Why Is It Important, and Finding Your Sweet Spot. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon US⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon UK ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon India⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏡 My homes on the internet - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack (podcast)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Rubina’s Bojra Production Directed, produced, written, and hosted by Rubina Gauri Gomes Music by "Happy Lazy Loop" by Serge Quadrado (At Adobe Stock) Audio-visual edited and marketed by Rubina Gauri Gomes Fueled by coffee ☕ and made with love for fellow writers and creatives 🤍 About Podcast - Welcome to Becoming A Writer, a space where we write freely, write fearlessly, and write forever. It’s not just about publishing a book—it's about becoming the writer your stories deserve. Your dream of holding your book in your hands is possible, but it starts with embracing the journey of writing itself. Join me as we dive into tips, encouragement, and inspiration to help you write with joy and passion, making writing a lifelong adventure. About Me - I’m Rubina Gauri Gomes, a multi-genre writer exploring mystery, suspense, and the creative life. I share essays on writing and living creatively at rubinagomes.substack.com and I encourage writers to pursue their passion through my podcast, Becoming A Writer. I have authored Soul Writer vs. Social Writer, a guide to discovering and embracing both the introspective Soul Writer and the engaging Social Writer within you, helping you balance these aspects for a more fulfilling writing journey.

    7min

  2. 08/11/2024

    Creative Gods Have A Different Plan For Your Writing Journey.

    E31 - Creative Gods Have A Different Plan For Your Writing Journey. Episode Summary: In this episode, I delve into the often overlooked and frustrating phases of a writer's journey where it feels like the universe is conspiring against you. Whether it's constant distractions, unexpected responsibilities, or just the sheer struggle of finding the right words, it can seem like every obstacle is in place to keep you from your writing dreams. But here's the twist—these challenges might be part of a bigger plan.I share my personal experience, from the agony of trying to write my first novel to the unexpected journey into non-fiction. Through the ups and downs, I've learned six crucial lessons about patience, persistence, and trusting the process. Key Takeaways: Embrace External Challenges as Growth Opportunities: Recognize that obstacles in your writing journey are often guiding you towards essential lessons and personal growth. Discovering New Paths: My initial struggle with writing fiction led me to explore non-fiction, which ultimately became a significant part of my writing career. Sometimes, the universe redirects us to what we truly need. Building Habits Over Finding Readers: Developing a consistent writing habit can be more valuable than immediately seeking readers. The discipline and skill you build will benefit all your writing projects. The Evolution of the Self: Personal growth and healing are integral to becoming a better writer. Life experiences shape your writing and prepare you for future success. Surprises and New Opportunities: Sometimes, the creative journey leads you to unexpected places. Embrace these surprises and remain open to new opportunities that align with your evolving self. Trusting the Process: The path to achieving your writing dreams might not always be clear, but trust that the challenges and detours are leading you to where you need to be. Resources Mentioned: Soul Writer vs. Social Writer (my non-fiction book for writers) Send in your suggestions and questions here. ⁠⁠⁠ 📚 My non-fiction book for writers - Soul Writer vs. Social Writer - Find Out Which One Are You?, Why Is It Important, and Finding Your Sweet Spot. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon US⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon UK ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon India⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏡 My homes on the internet - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack (podcast)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Podcast - Welcome to Becoming A Writer podcast, a space where we write freely, write fearlessly, and write forever. In my writing life so far, one of the biggest realisations I have had is that it is not about writing and publishing a book but about becoming a writer who writes for life. Your dream of seeing your books in your hand and in the hands of your readers is possible. But first, you have to become the writer your books deserve. With this podcast, I want to give you the love, support, encouragement to realise, become and stay a writer for life and enjoy every moment. I want you to know that writing is not as difficult as it seems and that you can have a fun time. Music by: ⁠Happy Lazy Loop by Serge Quadrado⁠ (At Adobe Stock) About Me - My name is Rubina Gauri Gomes, and I am a multi-genre writer, in touch with my writer soul since 2014. I publish my essays on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rubinagomes.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and am the auth

    8min

  3. 25/10/2024

    Publishing Your First Book Means Everything And Nothing.

    E30 - Publishing Your First Book Means Everything And Nothing. Listen to Soul Writer vs Social Writer Audiobook for FREE here. Episode Summary: In this episode, I reflect on the first anniversary of my non-fiction book, Soul Writer vs. Social Writer. After nearly a decade of hard work and dedication, the journey to becoming a published author has been both eye-opening and humbling. I share six valuable lessons learned from this experience that have shaped my perspective on writing and publishing. Key Points: Don't Wait for External Validation Embrace your identity as a writer without relying on external approval. Recognize that validation from others is a bonus, not a requirement for self-acceptance. Strengthen Your Internal Validation Be your own biggest supporter and coach. Build your confidence and self-worth from within, viewing the solitary aspects of the journey as opportunities for personal growth. One Book Doesn’t Make or Break Your Career Understand that the publication of your first book is just the beginning of a larger journey. Use the experience to learn and prepare for future projects. Feeling Neutral is Okay It's normal to feel neutral about your book’s release if you’ve invested deeply in the process. Neutrality often reflects gratitude and acceptance of your work as part of a continuous journey. The Fun is in the Process and Journey Enjoy the creative process of writing rather than focusing solely on the end result. Transition from one project to the next to maintain excitement and engagement with your work. Write Your Next Book Don’t rest on your laurels; start working on your next writing project. Continually create to keep your audience engaged and to grow as a writer. Resources Mentioned:Soul Writer vs. Social Writer (my non-fiction book for writers) ⁠Send in your suggestions and questions here. ⁠⁠⁠ 📚 My non-fiction book for writers - Soul Writer vs. Social Writer - Find Out Which One Are You?, Why Is It Important, and Finding Your Sweet Spot. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon US⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon UK ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon India⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏡 My homes on the internet - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack (podcast)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Podcast - Welcome to Becoming A Writer podcast, a space where we write freely, write fearlessly, and write forever. In my writing life so far, one of the biggest realisations I have had is that it is not about writing and publishing a book but about becoming a writer who writes for life. Your dream of seeing your books in your hand and in the hands of your readers is possible. But first, you have to become the writer your books deserve. With this podcast, I want to give you the love, support, encouragement to realise, become and stay a writer for life and enjoy every moment. I want you to know that writing is not as difficult as it seems and that you can have a fun time. Music by: Happy Lazy Loop by Serge Quadrado (At Adobe Stock) About Me - My name is Rubina Gauri Gomes, and I am a multi-genre writer, in touch with my writer soul since 2014. I publish my essays on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rubinagomes.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and am the author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Soul Writer vs. Social Writer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, my non-fiction book for my fellow writers.

    9min

  4. 24/10/2024 · BÔNUS

    Soul Writer vs. Soul Writer (Full Audiobook)

    In celebration of the first anniversary of my non-fiction book for writers, Soul Writer vs. Social Writer, I am sharing the audiobook version of it for FREE! Thank you for listening to Soul Writer vs. Social Writer, written and narrated by Rubina Gauri Gomes. Ebook is available on Amazon. Amazon US Amazon UK Amazon India Synopsis – There are plotters and pantsers. Outliners and discovery writers. There are poets, playwrights, screenwriters, novelists, essayists, comic writers, memoirists, teachers and coaches. Now I would like to introduce you to two other writers - the Soul Writer and the Social Writer. While the others are terms for readers to understand what kind of writer you are, the last two are for you to help you understand which kind of writer you are. In this book, you will find - The two types of Writers in us and why it is important to know where you stand. Who is a Soul Writer? Why is it important to be a Soul Writer? How to know, become and stay a Soul Writer? Who is a Social Writer? Why is it important to be a Social Writer? How to know, become and stay a Social Writer? Pros and cons, differences and similarities between both. Examples of writers pulling this balance off effortless and successfully. Finding your sweet spot between the two and keeping a balance between them. Understanding the Soul Writer and Social Writer in you will help you understand your writer nature and personality. Once you learn that, you can then shift your life that aligns with it and, therefore, create an environment - within you and outside you - that supports you to thrive as a writer. And once you start living from that space, you’ll start having a satisfying, fulfilling and fun writing life. About Me - I’m Rubina Gauri Gomes, a multi-genre writer exploring mystery, suspense, and the creative life. I share essays on writing and living creatively at rubinagomes.substack.com and I encourage writers to pursue their passion through my podcast, Becoming A Writer. I have authored Soul Writer vs. Social Writer, a guide to discovering and embracing both the introspective Soul Writer and the engaging Social Writer within you, helping you balance these aspects for a more fulfilling writing journey. Example Reference – Ch 4: Who Is A Soul Writer? – Examples Amor Towles -Website – https://www.amortowles.com/ Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amor_Towles YouTube - Read it forward - How author Amor Towles developed his writing skills Wall Street Journal - Amor Towles on New Novel 'A Gentleman in Moscow' CBS Mornings - Author Amor Towles on new book "The Lincoln Highway " Steven Pressfield - Website – https://stevenpressfield.com/home/ Wikipedia – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Pressfield YouTube -Marie Forleo - Steven Pressfield: Overcoming Resistance & Why Talent Doesn’t Matter Marie Forleo - The Truth About Overcoming Resistance w/ Steven Pressfield, Author of ‘The War of Art’ Marie Forleo - How to Accomplish Your Dreams In ONE HOUR A Day with Steven Pressfield Daily Stoic - Steven Pressfield on Overcoming Resistance and the Value of Discipline Rich Roll - The War of Art: Steven Pressfield Rich Roll - OVERCOME Creative Blocks & WIN The War of Art Ch 10: Who Is A Social Writer? – Examples Joanna Penn - Website – https://www.thecreativepenn.com/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@thecreativepenn Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jfpennauthor/ Dr Julie Smith - Website – https://doctorjuliesmith.com/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjulie/ Ch 18: Examples Rachel Amphlett - Website – https://www.rachelamphlett.com

    1h31min

  5. 11/10/2024

    Content Creation Turned Me Into A Shadow Writer.

    E29 - Content Creation Turned Me Into A Shadow Writer. Episode Summary: In this episode, we explore a growing trend among content creators and how it may be affecting you as well. Have you noticed that many of your favorite YouTubers from pre-COVID days have become less active, retreating from the hustle of constant content creation? We're diving into why this is happening and what it means for creators and aspiring artists. We discuss the concept of the Shadow Artist, a term coined by Julia Cameron in her influential book The Artist's Way. A Shadow Artist is someone who is closely linked to their art but is not fully pursuing it. Instead, they may find themselves in related but less fulfilling roles. We'll look at examples from the world of YouTube, featuring creators like Matt D'Avella and Nathaniel Drew, who have transitioned from active content creators to seeking deeper, more meaningful creative pursuits. Key Takeaways: Understanding the Shadow Artist: Learn how shadow careers can keep you close to your art without truly engaging in it. Discover how this concept applies to modern content creators and their struggles. The Case of Matt D'Avella and Nathaniel Drew: Explore how these YouTubers faced creative dissatisfaction and their journey to reclaim their artistic freedom. Personal Reflection: I share my own experience as a Shadow-Writer, grappling with the balance between creating content and pursuing genuine artistic expression. Flipping the Script: Discover strategies to prioritize your true art over content creation. Learn how to focus your time and energy on what truly fulfills you, and how to use supplementary content to support, not overshadow, your core creative work. Actionable Steps: Reassess Your Creative Priorities: Reflect on whether your current activities align with your true artistic goals. Create Art First: Focus the majority of your time and energy on creating your primary art, whether it's writing, filmmaking, painting, or any other form. Supplementary Content: Use content creation as a tool to support your art, rather than allowing it to consume all your creative energy. Evaluate Engagement and Fulfillment: Regularly assess whether your current creative practices are bringing you joy and satisfaction. Resources Mentioned: The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron Matt D'Avella's YouTube Channel 1 Channel 2 Nathaniel Drew's YouTube Channel 1 Channel 2 Send in your suggestions and questions here. ⁠⁠ 📚 My non-fiction book for writers - Soul Writer vs. Social Writer - Find Out Which One Are You?, Why Is It Important, and Finding Your Sweet Spot. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon US⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon UK ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon India⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏡 My homes on the internet - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack (podcast)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Podcast - Welcome to Becoming A Writer podcast, a space where we write freely, write fearlessly, and write forever. In my writing life so far, one of the biggest realisations I have had is that it is not about writing and publishing a book but about becoming a writer who writes for life. Your dream of seeing your books in your hand and in the hands of your readers is possible. But first, you have to become the writer your books deserve. With this podcast, I want to give you the love, support, encouragement to realise, become and stay a writer for life and enjoy every moment. I want you to know that writing is not as difficult as it s

    10min

  6. 27/09/2024

    Writers, You Shouldn't Feel Guilty For Taking Breaks.

    E28 - Writers, You Shouldn't Feel Guilty For Taking Breaks. Episode Summary: In this episode, I delve into the pervasive feeling of guilt that many writers and creatives experience when taking breaks. Drawing from personal experiences and insights, I explore the reasons behind this guilt, such as the pressure to constantly produce and the unhealthy comparisons with others. Inspired by conversations with a close friend and the concept of Slow Productivity by Cal Newport, I discuss practical solutions to incorporate rest and fun into your creative process. This episode emphasizes the importance of balancing productivity with self-care to prevent burnout and enhance creativity. Key Takeaways: Understanding Guilt in Creativity: Explore the two main sources of guilt—waiting to rest until work is done and the feeling of "not doing enough" due to comparisons with others. The Right Attitude: Learn why adopting the right mindset is crucial for overcoming feelings of inadequacy and burnout. Daring to Write: Discover how writing is an act of daring, akin to physically daring activities, requiring emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual investment. Productivity vs. Pseudo-Productivity: Differentiate between true productivity and activities that give the illusion of being productive without actual progress. Practical Solutions: Remove or schedule pseudo-productive tasks after primary writing. Reduce the number of commitments to avoid overloading your schedule. Be realistic about your time and energy, recognizing that writing often happens in small pockets of time. Engage in high-quality hobbies to rejuvenate your creative spirit. Prioritize quality sleep to maintain overall well-being. Plan enjoyable activities to look forward to, enhancing your sense of aliveness. Celebrate your progress to foster a sense of accomplishment and gratitude. Resources Mentioned:Slow Productivity by Cal Newport Send in your suggestions and questions here. ⁠⁠ 📚 My non-fiction book for writers - Soul Writer vs. Social Writer - Find Out Which One Are You?, Why Is It Important, and Finding Your Sweet Spot. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon US⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon UK ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon India⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏡 My homes on the internet - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack (podcast)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Rubina’s Bojra Production Directed By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Produced By: Rubina Gauri Gomes, Books She Has Read, And Life Lessons She Has Learnt Written By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Host & Voice Talent: Rubina Gauri Gomes Music by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy Lazy Loop by Serge Quadrado⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (At Adobe Stock) Audio-Visual Edited By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Marketed By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Fueled By: Coffee ☕ About Podcast - Welcome to Becoming A Writer podcast, a space where we write freely, write fearlessly, and write forever. In my writing life so far, one of the biggest realisations I have had is that it is not about writing and publishing a book but about becoming a writer who writes for life. Your dream of seeing your books in your hand and in the hands of your readers is possible. But first, you have to become the writer your books deserve. With this podcast, I want to give you the love, support, encouragement to realise, become and stay a writer for life and enjoy every moment. I want you to know that writing is not as difficult as it seems and that you can have a fun time. About Me - My name is R

    13min

  7. 13/09/2024

    Sorry Ego, I Am Embracing The Change And Pivoting.

    E27 - Sorry Ego, I Am Embracing The Change And Pivoting. Episode Summary - In this episode, I share my journey of navigating change in my creative life, inspired by the lessons from Dr. Spencer Johnson’s book Who Moved My Cheese?. I discuss how I’ve decided to let go of my Medium page, which has been underperforming, and shift my focus to my podcast and Substack, where I’ve found unexpected growth and potential. This decision comes after months of frustration, introspection, and a realization that staying in my comfort zone was holding me back. Key Takeaways - Who Moved My Cheese? by Dr. Spencer Johnson serves as a metaphorical backdrop for my experience, with its themes of change and adaptability. The importance of recognizing when something isn’t working anymore and the courage it takes to pivot toward new opportunities. How burnout and creative exhaustion led me to reassess my approach to content creation and social media. My decision to shut down my Medium page and focus on what truly brings me joy—writing books and podcasting. The new schedule for my essays and podcast episodes, designed to create space for creativity and rest. The importance of taking guilt-free breaks and not allowing the pressure of constant productivity to overshadow your creative health. Resources Mentioned - ⁠Who Moved My Cheese?⁠⁠ by Dr. Spencer Johnson⁠ ⁠Send in your suggestions and questions here. ⁠ 📚 My non-fiction book for writers - Soul Writer vs. Social Writer - Find Out Which One Are You?, Why Is It Important, and Finding Your Sweet Spot. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon US⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon UK ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon India⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏡 My homes on the internet - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack (podcast)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Rubina’s Bojra Production Directed By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Produced By: Rubina Gauri Gomes, Books She Has Read, And Life Lessons She Has Learnt Written By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Host & Voice Talent: Rubina Gauri Gomes Music by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy Lazy Loop by Serge Quadrado⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (At Adobe Stock) Audio-Visual Edited By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Marketed By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Fueled By: Coffee ☕ Made With Love, For Fellow Writers And Creatives.🤍 About Podcast - Welcome to Becoming A Writer podcast, a space where we write freely, write fearlessly, and write forever. In my writing life so far, one of the biggest realisations I have had is that it is not about writing and publishing a book but about becoming a writer who writes for life. Your dream of seeing your books in your hand and in the hands of your readers is possible. But first, you have to become the writer your books deserve. With this podcast, I want to give you the love, support, encouragement to realise, become and stay a writer for life and enjoy every moment. I want you to know that writing is not as difficult as it seems and that you can have a fun time. About Me - My name is Rubina Gauri Gomes, and I am a multi-genre writer, in touch with my writer soul since 2014. I write novels and short stories, usually centred around mystery and suspense. And I write essays about what it means to live a creative life as a writer and human. I publish my essays on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rubinagomes.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and am the author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Soul Writer vs. Social Writer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, my non-fiction book for my fellow writers.

    11min

  8. 30/08/2024

    A Silly Trick That Will Get You Into The Writing Mood.

    E26 - A Silly Trick That Will Get You Into The Writing Mood. 📚 My non-fiction book for writers - Soul Writer vs. Social Writer - Find Out Which One Are You?, Why Is It Important, and Finding Your Sweet Spot. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon US⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon UK ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon India⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🏡 My homes on the internet - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  |  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Medium⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram (Podcast)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Rubina’s Bojra Production Directed By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Produced By: Rubina Gauri Gomes, Books She Has Read, And Life Lessons She Has Learnt Written By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Host & Voice Talent: Rubina Gauri Gomes Music by: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Happy Lazy Loop by Serge Quadrado⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (At Adobe Stock) Audio-Visual Edited By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Marketed By: Rubina Gauri Gomes Fueled By: Coffee ☕ Made With Love, For Fellow Writers And Creatives.🤍 About Podcast - Welcome to Becoming A Writer podcast, a space where we write freely, write fearlessly, and write forever. In my writing life so far, one of the biggest realisations I have had is that it is not about writing and publishing a book but about becoming a writer who writes for life. Your dream of seeing your books in your hand and in the hands of your readers is possible. But first, you have to become the writer your books deserve. With this podcast, I want to give you the love, support, encouragement to realise, become and stay a writer for life and enjoy every moment. I want you to know that writing is not as difficult as it seems and that you can have a fun time. About Me - My name is Rubina Gauri Gomes, and I am a multi-genre writer, in touch with my writer soul since 2014. I write novels and short stories, usually centred around mystery and suspense. And I write essays about what it means to live a creative life as a writer and human. I publish my essays on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rubinagomes.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and am the author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Soul Writer vs. Social Writer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, my non-fiction book for my fellow writers.

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Welcome to Becoming A Writer podcast, a space where we write freely, write fearlessly, and write forever. In my writing life so far, one of the biggest realisations I have had is that it is not about writing and publishing a book but about becoming a writer who writes for life. With this podcast, I want to give you the love, support, encouragement to realise, become and stay a writer for life and enjoy every moment. I want you to know that writing is not as difficult as it seems and that you can have a fun time.

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