Sloan Brian

As a writer and editor, I notice resistance usually shows up right before clarity does. The urge to procrastinate. The urge to over edit. The urge to doubt the idea. But flow starts when we allow imperfect action. Right now I’m focusing on showing up consistently and protecting deep work time. What helps you dissolve resistance when it appears?

New comment Feb 28

Sloan Brian

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@Molly Murray love that. “Done is better than perfect” really shifts the pressure. Perfection delays momentum, but completion builds confidence. Have you found it easier to apply that mindset in writing specifically?

Sloan Brian

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@Jessical Scachetti I love how you put that “a sign that the work actually matters.” That’s powerful. Resistance often shows up when we’re about to stretch beyond our current comfort level. It disguises itself as over-editing or doubt, but it’s usually growth in disguise. When that resistance hits you, what usually helps you push through it?

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Sloan Brian

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Content Writer | Book Editor I help brands create engaging content and authors refine their manuscripts into publish ready works.

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