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The Deep Roots of Writer’s Block

January 4, 2026 | Renée Fishman

Writer’s block is not about lacking ideas or even about how to articulate them. It’s about something more fundamental, and its roots run surprisingly deep.

Filed Under: Productivity, Writing Tagged With: community, connection, consequences, creating, fear, writer's block, writing

5 Ways Journaling by Hand Can Stop Rumination

December 30, 2025 | Renée Fishman

Rumination can keep you trapped in a prison of thought loops. Here are 5 ways journaling by hand — with pen to paper — can help you break free.

Filed Under: ADHD, Coaching, Productivity Tagged With: ADHD, journaling, mindfulness, productivity, rumination, strategies, thought loops, writing

The Difference Between Journaling and Writing

December 28, 2025 | Renée Fishman

If you’ve been resisting a journaling practice because you don’t like to write, understanding the difference between journaling and writing may help.

Filed Under: Creating, Habits, Productivity, Writing Tagged With: creating, creative process, introspection, journaling, process, self-awareness, self-care, writing

Why AI Cannot Write For You

December 9, 2025 | Renée Fishman

I’ve published a daily blog for over 8 years. While the idea of using AI to write for me is tempting, it’s misplaced. Here’s why AI cannot write for you.

Filed Under: Productivity Tagged With: AI, artificial intelligence, creativity, producivity, writing

3 Reasons Your Idea List is a Trap

October 8, 2025 | Renée Fishman

A list of ideas is the lifeblood of consistent content creation, but it’s not always the miracle savior. Here are 3 reasons why your idea list is a trap.

Filed Under: Creating, Productivity Tagged With: ADHD, cognitive bandwidth, content planning, creating, decision fatigue, decisions, ideas, ideation, lists, productivity, writing

Content Planning is Overrated. This Approach Works Better.

October 7, 2025 | Renée Fishman

Content planning is often seen as a necessary process to consistent creation, but it’s not. I’ve been publishing a daily blog for 8 years, and this approach works better.

Filed Under: Creating, Productivity Tagged With: blogging, content creation, content planning, content prep, creating, creative process, productivity, strategies, time blocking, tips, writing

All Training is Specific

October 3, 2025 | Renée Fishman

The internet is filled with advice on how to get stronger or develop your skills. Which advice is best? That depends on your goal.

Filed Under: Fitness, Productivity Tagged With: fitness, productivity, skills, strength, training, writing

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