Author Affirmations

For every author, writer, and dreamer. And also, for me.

• You continuously work to improve your skills and craft.

• Progress isn’t linear.

• It may never be perfect to everyone—aim for perfect to you.

• You deserve the support you give to others.

• Focus on how your ideas are unique.

• You define the parameters for your success.

• You are grateful for the ability to express yourself.

• You are proud of your progress.

• If just one person reads your book and it changes their life, isn’t that worth it?

• You are dedicated and determined.

• It’s okay to begin before you know the ending.

• You are brave enough to take risks.

• You strive to be kind to yourself.

• Many hands truly do make light work. Know what you need to learn and what you can afford (financially and emotionally) to outsource.

• You are resilient and can overcome obstacles.

• Write weird stuff. Read whatever you want.

• You are a talented writer.

• The joy of your words is always worth sharing with the world.

• You are confident in yourself and your writing.

• For every skeptic, every doubt, every insecurity, ask yourself: Why not?