After that bagel story I shared Monday, I want to leave you with one more thought — a deeper one: Most obstacles aren’t real. They’re habits. They’re stories we’ve rehearsed so long they feel like truth. Simon’s friend didn’t have a real barrier. There was no rule saying, “You must wait in line.” It was just what he assumed. What he believed. What he accepted without questioning. So here’s the question I want to place on your heart today: 👉🏾 Are you living by rules no one actually gave you? “I have to be perfect before I start the book.” “No one will care about my story.” “I need more time.” “I need more money.” “It has to look like everyone else’s.” Sis… no you don’t. You can walk around the line. You can take the unconventional path. You can grab the bagel. You can write the book. Your story is too important to sit behind imaginary boundaries. If you’re ready to focus on the goal instead of the excuses… 👉🏾 Start your 90-Day Author journey today https://www.skool.com/90-day-authors-2966/about?ref=75b24d6703cf4672ae8a03df31374b03 👉🏾 Download your Starter Kit + join the community https://stan.store/90dayauthor/p/book-structure-tools Your story is the bagel. Let’s go get it. With you, FM Ellis Founder, The 90-Day Author™

Sis, let me tell you a quick story that stays on my mind every time I speak to an aspiring author… American Author and Speaker, Simon Sinek and a friend ran a sponsored race in in Central Park. They were tired, sweaty, and hungry. Then they see it:👀 A table full of free bagels.🤸🏾‍♀️ But there’s a catch — a long line had already formed leading up to the table. Simon says, “Let’s grab one! ”His friend says, “No way. Look at that line.” Simon walks around the line, grabs a bagel, and keeps it moving. His friend? Still staring at the obstacle. ✨ Same goal.✨ Same opportunity.✨ Different mindset. So I’ll ask you this: When it comes to your book…Your business…Your comeback after a layoff… Do you see the bagel? Or the people blocking the table? Because sis — the path is always there. Even if you have to walk around the line.💎 Drop below: What’s ONE goal you’re focusing on right now — and what “line” have you decided to ignore? ✍🏾👇🏾

The 2025 audit nobody's talking about (but everyone needs) It's not about goals. It's about who gets to stay. Hey Authors 🥂 Everyone's talking about their 2026 goals. 📅 Vision boards. Word of the year. New habits. But nobody's asking the question that actually changes everything: Who and what are you bringing WITH you into 2026? Here's what I learned building a profitable coaching business while working full time: Your transformation isn't just about what you HAVE. It's about what you have the courage to RELEASE. I'm not talking about some toxic positivity "new year, new me" nonsense. I'm talking about a real, honest, sometimes uncomfortable annual review of: - The friendships that drain you - The family dynamics you keep tolerating - The rituals that stopped serving you three years ago - The habits you pretend are "not that bad" Let me be direct: You can't level up while carrying dead weight. THE AUDIT NOBODY TOLD YOU THAT YOU NEED🙄 Last week, I sat down with my journal and asked myself some hard questions: PEOPLE: - Who energized me this year vs. who exhausted me? - Which relationships are reciprocal vs. which ones I'm carrying? - Who celebrates my wins vs. who subtly diminishes them? - Am I staying in contact out of love or obligation? RITUALS: - What am I doing because "we've always done it" vs. because I actually want to? - What new rituals would actually reflect who I'm BECOMING? HABITS: - Which daily practices still serve my goals vs. which ones are autopilot? - What am I consuming (media, food, content) that's lowering my energy? - Which "relaxation" habits are actually numbing mechanisms? My answers weren't comfortable. But they were NECESSARY. Wanna know more or how to conduct your own "Annual Review" comment Review for more information

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“3 writing hacks that saves you hours” 1. Mind Mapping: The purpose of mind mapping is to visually organize information, brainstorm ideas, and enhance understanding and recall 2. Choose your outline style: Common manuscript outline types include alphanumeric, decimal, and full-sentence outlines, which vary in structure and detail 3. Hire a Coach: Hiring a writing coach provides accountability, expert guidance on craft and structure, and emotional support throughout the sometimes challenging process of writing a book