Do you have a special quote
that you read often to keep you focused? I refer to several different quotes or
as I like to call them “my personal mantras” depending on my particular mood or
task at hand.
PERSONAL MANTRAS
Writing lets me soar into
depths of my soul that I never knew existed!
Let me listen to criticism
that I can benefit from and let me forget the rest!
A person with a positive
outlook views a closed door as an opportunity to strike out in a new direction.
Positive thoughts (expectations)
can change perspective, transform behaviors, and attract good fortune.
What you expect, you
fulfill. Think of yourself as a writer who will publish, and often, who
will be respected and read, who will have financial returns for your writing
investment.
In most cases the road to
publication is long. But don’t concentrate on getting published. Concentrate
on writing the best work you are capable of. Expect rejection.
Welcome revision. When you send a manuscript out, begin something new.
“Don’t let any feeling keep
you from writing. Don’t let the world slow you down. Your story is
the most important thing coming down the line this year. It’s your year –
make the most of it.” ~ Walter Mosley – August 2007
“Talent is cheaper than
table salt. What separates the talented individual from the successful one is a
lot of hard work.” ~ Stephen King
"Optimism is the faith
that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope or
confidence." ~ Helen Keller
“If you live properly your
dreams will come to you.” ~ Randy Pausch
“It’s very easy to just
become a parent and forget who you are as a person. It’s important to remember
that you are a person first.” ~ Lori McKenna – Mom Writer’s Literary Magazine –
Summer 2008
“Listen to your inner voice,
and if you have a thought at four in the morning, WRITE IT DOWN. Those are the
magic moments.” ~ Janine Turner – Mom Writer’s Literary Magazine – Summer 2008
Please feel free to comment
on what your “personal mantras” are.
Here’s to a positive
outlook!
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Donna M. McDine
Multi Award-winning Children's Author
Ignite curiosity in your child through reading!
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