The Write Mindset with T.C. Burr Change your mind. Write your book.

T.C. Burr
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You say you want to write a book—but fear keeps running the show. Push past comparison, imposter syndrome, and self-doubt and get your words on the page. Your book deserves to be written, and nobody can write it but you. It's not that you haven't done it. It's just that you haven't done it yet.

  1. You Didn’t Fail 2025 (A Better Way to Think About the New Year)

    22H AGO

    You Didn’t Fail 2025 (A Better Way to Think About the New Year)

    The week after Christmas is strange.The year is basically over, the new one hasn’t started yet, and the pressure to “figure everything out” starts creeping in.If you’re feeling behind… if you’re wondering why you didn’t make more progress… or if you’re already disappointed in yourself before the new year even begins...this video is for you.In this walk-and-talk reflection, I share a grace-centered way to look at the past year and a healthier, more sustainable way to think about goals, growth, and New Year’s resolutions.00:00 Introduction and Year Reflection00:46 Navigating the In-Between01:27 Rethinking Goals and Expectations02:23 Embracing Grace and Progress04:01 Intentional Steps ForwardYou didn’t fail 2025.You’re not behind.And you don’t need to blow up your life to move forward.Maybe this isn’t the year everything changes.Maybe it’s just the year you begin.If you’re an aspiring writer, creative, or busy parent who wants to make progress without burning out, stick around. This is a conversation we’re going to keep having.#NewYearReflection #GraceOverHustle #PersonalGrowth #MindsetShift #CreativeLife #AspiringWriter #WritingLife #CreativeProcess #FaithAndWork #PurposeDriven #SlowGrowth #IntentionalLiving #FindTimeToWrite

    5 min
  2. Scrivener vs Google Docs (From a Busy Dad Writing a Novel)

    DEC 22

    Scrivener vs Google Docs (From a Busy Dad Writing a Novel)

    visit https://early.tcburr.com to create a writing rhythm that works with your busy life check out https://start.tcburr.com to get my Scrivener QuickStart GuideIf you’re a busy dad who wants to write a book but can’t afford to waste time on the wrong setup, this video is for you. One of the first questions most aspiring authors ask is simple and practical: What tool should I use? And two that come up often in this discussion are Google Docs and Scrivener. I’ve written in both while working, raising a family, and trying to make steady progress on my debut novel. In this episode, I walk through how each tool actually feels to use when your energy is limited and your writing time is unpredictable. Here’s my honest takeaway. Both tools work. One of them is built specifically for long-form writing like books. In this video, I cover:- Why so many writers start in Google Docs and where it shines - Where Google Docs starts to feel limiting for book-length projects- Why Scrivener is designed for novels and long-form writing- How each tool fits into a tired, distracted writing schedule- What matters more than software when your goal is to finish a book This is not a hype video or a hard sell. It’s a practical comparison for people who want to write a book alongside real life. If you’re an overworked dad with a full calendar and a story you still want to tell, this should help you choose a writing tool that makes it easier to keep going. Check out Scrivener https://www.literatureandlatte.com/scrivener/overview?fpr=t-c37 This is an affiliate link, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS00:00 Scrivener vs Google Docs for Writing a Book00:35 My writing journey and why tools matter01:32 Why writers need a system03:00 Do you need to invest in writing software?03:34 Getting started in Scrivener04:01 Where Google Docs works better07:16 Where Scrivener works better10:48 Scrivener or Google Docs: which is better?11:56 Final verdict12:14 When Scrivener and Google Docs both make sense #Scrivener#GoogleDocs#WritingTools#AspiringAuthor#BusyDadLife#WritingABook#DadWriter#AuthorLife#WritingInYour40s#FinishYourBook

    13 min
  3. Write Your Book in 2026 - This is The Year (here's how)

    DEC 15

    Write Your Book in 2026 - This is The Year (here's how)

    If you want to finally write that book, you need a system! Get the early writer's blueprint at ➡️ https://early.tcburr.comIs this the year you finally write the book you’ve always dreamed of?If you’ve ever said “I want to write a book someday” but struggle with time, motivation, or consistency, this video is for you.AI is everywhere. Technology is moving fast. But real stories, lived experience, and human connection can never be replaced. The world doesn’t need more content. It needs your story. WE need your story. In this video, I break down what actually gets books written (and why big January pushes aren't enough), including:• Why motivation fades, and what works instead• A simple system most aspiring writers are missing• How consistent writing habits are built over time• Why writing alone is harder than it needs to beIf you’re tired of starting and stopping, waiting for inspiration, or telling yourself you’ll “get serious someday,” it’s time for a better approach. Let this be the year you finally take action. 👉 Get the Early Writer’s Blueprint (my gift to you):https://early.tcburr.comhttps://early.tcburr.comIt’s a 30-day progressive system designed to help you build real momentum, without burnout, perfectionism, or all-or-nothing thinking.And follow along with my journey  @tcburr  for more writing encouragement. You've got this, writer. PS - Go read Atomic Habits - https://amzn.to/4oTWR34 (this is an affiliate link, which means I'll get a small commission if you purchase, at no extra cost to you) #WriteYourBook #AspiringAuthor #WritingMotivation #NewWriter #WritingHabit #AuthorMindset #WriteEveryDay #CreativeProcess #BookWriting #WriterLife

    19 min
  4. No Time to Write Your Book? Try These 3 Game-Changing Shifts

    DEC 9

    No Time to Write Your Book? Try These 3 Game-Changing Shifts

    visit https://pages.tcburr.com to create a writing rhythm that works with your busy life and full schedule! Think you're too busy to write a book? You're not alone, but you're also not stuck. Every author has wrestled with the same challenge: finding time that doesn’t seem to exist.In this video, I’ll share 3 powerful principles that will help you transform your writing life, even if your schedule feels impossible:1️⃣ Shift Your MindsetStop believing you need giant chunks of time. Small consistent reps beat occasional marathons.➡️ visit https://tcburr.com to get my Mindset Reset Guide for Authors2️⃣ Protect Your TimeLearn simple, intentional strategies to carve out writing space (yes, even with a busy life).3️⃣ Write in CommunityAccountability and encouragement accelerate progress and keep you going when motivation fades.You don’t need more hours in the day.You need a new perspective, and I want to help you finally start (and finish) your book. Because the world deserves to read it. Subscribe on YouTube @tcburr Which principle are you implementing this week?#WritingHabits #BusyWriters #WriteYourBook #NoTimeToWrite #AspiringAuthors #AuthorMindset #WritingTips #WritingRoutine #WritingMotivation #WritersCommunity #BookWritingJourney

    13 min
  5. What writing my first book really taught me

    NOV 25

    What writing my first book really taught me

    visit https://pages.tcburr.com to set a goal, make progress, and see big results on your book while still building in time for rest! Writing a book is one of the hardest (and most meaningful) things you’ll ever do.But if I could go back and talk to myself before I started writing, these are the three things I wish I knew:1️⃣ It’s much harder and takes far longer than you think.This ISN'T because you’re “doing it wrong,” but because writing a book is a big, beautiful challenge.2️⃣ You grow more than you expect.The writing process reshapes your confidence, your creativity, and your clarity as an author.3️⃣ It’s unbelievably rewarding.Finishing your book (the book that only you can write) is worth every minute you invest. Every. Single. Minute. If you’re a new or aspiring writer, I hope this encourages you to keep going.Your story is worth the work, even if it takes longer than you'd hoped. Keep going! You've got this, writer. subscribe on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@tcburr.#WritingTips #HowToWriteABook #NewWriters #AmWriting #WritingAdvice #WritingMotivation #AuthorTube #AspiringAuthors #WritingCommunity #WritersLife #CreativeProcess #WriteYourBook #BookWritingTips #WritingJourney #WritingMindset

    13 min
  6. Should You Use AI to Write Your Book? My Honest Take

    NOV 18

    Should You Use AI to Write Your Book? My Honest Take

    AI tools are everywhere right now...but should you use them to write your book? Watch the video episode on YouTube @tcburr My take: You have enough REAL intelligence and creativity inside of you, so you don't need artificial intelligence to help you. I also don't think that's what readers want, anyway. In this video episode, I share my honest take on where AI belongs (and where it doesn’t) in your writing process. I’ll break down why I believe you are the only one who can write your story, and how relying on AI can rob you of the creative growth that turns you into a real author.We’ll cover:- Why using AI for writing can limit your creativity- The difference between productivity AI tools and generative AI- How to build confidence and skill the right way (through writing)AI is an incredibly powerful tool, but needs to be kept in its place and in my opinion, that place is out of the creative process. Agree? Disagree? Let me know in a YouTube comment!To create a writing routine (without the use of AI) that sees you:- Writing consistently- Making big progress on your book and- Still building in time for intentional rest, visit pages.tcburr.com to grab my free, 4-week, self-guided writing challenge. You've got this, writer. 🫶🏻#WritingTips #WritersLife #AIWriting #AIvsWriters #CreativeProcess #WritingAdvice #AuthorMindset #WritingMotivation #AmWriting #WritersOnYouTube #SelfPublishing #BookWriting #AIinWriting #WritingCoach

    11 min
  7. How to Create a Multi-POV Outline in Scrivener (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

    NOV 11

    How to Create a Multi-POV Outline in Scrivener (Step-by-Step Tutorial)

    👉 Download my free Scrivener Quickstart Guide: start.tcburr.comWriting a novel with multiple points of view can get messy fast, but Scrivener makes it simple to keep everything organized. In this video demo, I’ll show you how to use labels and the Outliner view to build a clean, visual multi-POV outline for your book. You’ll learn how to color-code your scenes by character, sort and rearrange your story. This can help you spot pacing or balance issues before you even draft.If you're writing a story with multiple POVs, this system helps you see your story clearly and stay focused from first draft to final edit.📘 What you’ll learn:How to assign labels for each POVViewing scenes in the Corkboard by label (POV)How color-coding provides quick visuals to improve pacing and consistency👉 Download my free Scrivener Quickstart Guide: start.tcburr.com👉 Try my Scene Card Template (Story Genius compatible): story.tcburr.com#scrivener #writingtips #amwriting #authortips #writingsoftware #novelwriting #scrivenertutorial #writingproductivity #writersofyoutube #writingadvice #writingorganization #outlinetips #multiPOVnovel

    9 min
  8. How to Create Story Genius Scene Cards in Scrivener

    NOV 4

    How to Create Story Genius Scene Cards in Scrivener

    visit story.tcburr.com to get my free Story Genius scene card template! Check out the video of this episode on YouTubeWant to use Lisa Cron’s Scene Card method (from the book Story Genius) inside Scrivener? In this video, I walk you through exactly how I build these cards in Scrivener to outline, plot, and shape each scene with cause, effect, and internal stakes.You’ll see how I:- Set up a scene card template (Alpha Point, cause/effect, “third rail,” etc.) - Use color coding and metadata - Make sure every scene has internal + external movement- Keep everything organized This is a demo-style video and best consumed on Youtube. Whether you're a plotter or a pantser, this demo will help you bring better focus to every scene, and avoid wandering pages that don’t move your story forward.If you want more Scrivener walkthroughs, subscribe to @tcburr on YouTube and comment to let me know what you'd like to see! #Scrivener #SceneCards #StoryGenius #WritingSoftware #WritingTips #NovelPlanning #WritersLife #AmWriting #WritingAdvice #BookWriting #Plotting

    10 min
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You say you want to write a book—but fear keeps running the show. Push past comparison, imposter syndrome, and self-doubt and get your words on the page. Your book deserves to be written, and nobody can write it but you. It's not that you haven't done it. It's just that you haven't done it yet.

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