Ask the Author: Celeste Headlee
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Celeste Headlee
Don't get dressed yet, the doctor said. We're going to need more tests.
Celeste Headlee
I just force myself to write something, even if it's compete rubbish. Often, the act of writing anything at all can get the creative juices flowing.
Celeste Headlee
I have started research for another book, but I can't tell you what it's about yet. It's a secret.
Celeste Headlee
Write every day and ask for feedback. Embrace good editors and don't ask your loved ones to tell you what they think of your work.
Celeste Headlee
Having an excuse to talk with really smart people in all different fields of expertise, and to set aside time for deep contemplation. Not a lot of jobs leave time for reflection, so it's a blessing to have space for that in my work.
Celeste Headlee
I found myself exhausted and overwhelmed, even after my salary went up and I started working for myself. I wondered what was going wrong and started to do research on why society is so obsessed with long work hours and productivity. Three years of research later, I had my book.
Celeste Headlee
I don't always feel inspired to write. Sometimes I know that I need to write and I really don't want to. So, I have made it a habit to write five days a week, at least 700 words, whether I want to or not and whether the writing is good or not.
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