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  • The problem with Perfectionism in Writing

    The problem with Perfectionism in Writing

    Why should a writer not obsess with perfectionism?

    The problem with perfectionism in writing has been illustrated very crisply by Anne Lamott in her book Bird by Bird.

    According to the author if we think too perfectly it can come in the way of making a start. A first draft is never perfect but if we get bogged down with perfectionism it comes in the way of shipping a first draft.

    Once we overcome this obsession and get the first draft out more often that not the rest of the journey falls in place.

    This has been elaborated in the below insight inspired from the same book.

    The problem with perfectionism in writing

    For another similar insight from the same book, please visit this link:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/approaching-a-problem-bird-by-bird/

    To know more about the author and her work, please visit the below link:

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Lamott

  • Viktor Frankl’s take on Success

    Viktor Frankl’s take on Success

    Lots to learn from Viktor Frankl’s take on Success

    Whenever the word successful comes to my mind, I am reminded of Viktor Frankl’s take on success.

    His book Man’s Search for Meaning is a true masterclass and enlightens us many interesting aspects of life.

    After surviving the holocaust, the lessons that he learnt have been wonderfully highlighted in this book.

    One such lesson is on success, which he says we should never aim for since the more we long for it the farther we go from it.

    This has been elaborated in this insight inspired from his best selling book:

    Viktor Frankl's take on Success

    For another insight inspired from the same book, please visit this link:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/freedom-of-choice-is-powerful/

    To more about the logotherapy, a term that finds mention in the book, please visit this link:

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Logotherapy

  • Adopt the Principles of Infinite Mindset

    Adopt the Principles of Infinite Mindset

    Why should you adopt the principles of Infinite mindset?

    If you adopt the principles of infinite mindset your life is going to take a turn for the better. This is the biggest lesson I have learnt ever since I have read The Infinite Game from Simon Sinek.

    To adopt such a mindset you need to thing about long term benefits and sacrifice dopamine driven short term gains.

    These principles will help you focus on long term continuous improvement rather than short term wins.

    The goal is to stay in the game as long as possible by perpetuating a mission that is bigger than any one person or generation, not to win against competitors.

    adopt the principles of infinite mindset

    For another such insightful post around the same topic, please visit this link:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/the-gift-of-infinite-mindset/

    To know more about Simon Sinek and his work, please visit this link:

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simon_Sinek

  • Approaching a Problem Bird by Bird

    Approaching a Problem Bird by Bird

    Why should be approach a problem bird by bird?

    When faced with the challenging of solving any creative problem, it makes a lot of sense in approaching the problem bird by bird as mentioned by Anne Lamott.

    In her best selling book the author highlights this fact by mentioning that perfectionism is a villain that comes in the way of our first draft.

    Very frequently when we sit to write down some creative content we forget to break the problem in chunks to make it more manageable.

    This is lesson that the author learnt from her dad who taught her and the family to approach any creative problem in steps.

    The below insight from the book elaborates on the lesson taught by her father:

    Approaching a problem bird by bird

    For another similar insight inspired from the same book please visit this link:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/best-way-to-start-writing/

    If you are an aspiring writer and have not yet read this book, go grab a copy of this today!!

    https://www.amazon.in/Bird-Some-Instructions-Writing-Life-ebook/dp/B000SEGI8Q

  • Merits of Clutter and Mess for Artists

    Merits of Clutter and Mess for Artists

    Why does clutter and mess go hand in hand with Artistry?

    True artists are those who revel in situations are chaotic. This is what brings out the best in them. Read this blog post to know the merits of clutter and mess for artists.

    In her book Bird by Bird the author Anne Lamott highlights the shortcomings of perfectionism since it can come in the way of creating truly inspiring work.

    Whenever the environment is chaotic and unpredictable genuine artists are able to solve problems in a more creative manner.

    The insight below inspired from the same book highlights the same.

    Merits of Clutter and Mess for Artists

    For another insightful post from the same book, please visit this link:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/best-way-to-start-writing/

    To know more about the author and her work, please visit this link:

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Lamott

  • Merits of Mindful Hobbies

    Merits of Mindful Hobbies

    Why should you invest in hobbies that encourage mindfulness?

    There are several merits of inculcating mindful hobbies in our lives. From experience and evidence from research these are hobbies which can make our lives fulfilling in the long run.

    Research has proven that mindfulness can improve our immune system and reduce anxiety and stress in our lives.

    This has been known to reduce the flow of cortisol thus helping us in staying focused.

    All of these hobbies would encourage you to focus on the present to avoid regrets of past and fear of the future.

    Since focusing on the present moment does not come naturally to the human brain (as mentioned below) hence the request to adopt such hobbies as your past time to stop feeling anxious or stressful.

    Merits of mindful hobbies

    For another such insightful post please visit this link:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/how-happiness-depends-on-individual-self/

    To more about David Rock and his research done on the human brain, please visit this link:

    https://davidrock.net/

  • Best Way to Start Writing

    Best Way to Start Writing

    Isn’t this a very inspiring tip to start Writing?

    If you are lacking direction and are looking for the best way to start writing, read this blog post. Inspired from the book Bird by Bird, this will inspire you to make a start.

    In her book Bird by Bird, the author has inspired us to get started with a first draft by avoiding too much of perfectionism.

    Among many encouraging points to help us begin, I personally find this below mentioned insight very inspiring.

    Best way to Start writing

    For another similar post around improvement of your writing skills, please visit this link:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/learn-the-warren-buffett-trick-for-crisp-writing/

    To know more about the author Anne Lamott please visit this link:

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anne_Lamott

  • Slow Productivity and Fulfillment

    Slow Productivity and Fulfillment

    How can Slow Productivity lead to fulfillment?

    One of the most important things about which I have changed my mind in recent times is around productivity. Doing more things and always being on is not productivity. Rather in this blog post my goal is to highlight how slow productivity can lead to fulfillment.

    In his book Cal Newport mentions that this is the best way to approach a fulfilling life based on three key principles:

    1. Do fewer things
    2. Work at a natural pace
    3. Obsess over quality

    Also important is the fact that doing work in small increments at a natural pace over a period of time can destress ourselves yet help achieve success over the long run.

    This is a far cry from what we end up doing in the hustle and bustle of modern life wherein doing more stuff and remain always on matters.

    Here is another wonderful tip to relax our brain for high quality output.

    slow productivity and fulfillment

    For another insightful post around the same topic, please visit this link:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/why-i-am-a-big-fan-of-cal-newport/

    To know more about Cal Newport and his work, please visit this link:

    https://calnewport.com

  • Relation between Grit and Life Satisfaction

    Relation between Grit and Life Satisfaction

    What does the relationship between Grit and Life Satisfaction reveal?

    Research has shown that there is indeed a relation between grit and Life satisfaction. To know more read this blog post inspired from Angela Duckworth’s book.

    Research has shown that as people get grittier their satisfaction levels increase as shown in this following curve.

    Thus talent alone cannot guarantee satisfaction. Perseverance and passion in the right combination results in a fulfilling life.

    Relation between Grit and Life Satisfaction

    For another such insightful post inspired from the same book, please visit:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/find-the-purpose-of-your-life/

    To know more about Angela Duckworth and her work, please visit the following link:

    https://angeladuckworth.com

  • Detach from Computer for Deep Work

    Detach from Computer for Deep Work

    Life away from Computer is where Deep Work starts

    As mentioned by Cal Newport in his book, deep work is becoming increasingly valuable in the new economy. For me life without computer helps me detach from computer for deep work.

    In his hypothesis, Cal Newport says that all of those who inculcate the ability to work for extended period of time with intense focus will become valuable by the day in this new economy.

    This needs a life without social media and use of any form of electronic gadget that takes away our focus from things that matter. The below interesting insight inspired from the same book of Cal Newport elaborates on the same.

    Detach from computer for deep work

    For another interesting insight from the same book, please visit:

    https://viewpointsunplugged.com/avoid-social-media-overuse-why/

    To know more about Cal Newport and his work please visit:

    https://calnewport.com