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Tom Anderson

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in Brick, NJ, The United States

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http://www.YourJourneyOfBeing.com

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Self Help, Psychology, Christian

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Tom Anderson is a life design expert. By combining his love for helping other through personal development, and his education is design, he has literally written the book on how to design life itself.

A motivational speaker, dynamic writer and a fantastic listener. Tom pays close attention to what his audience needs and writes and speaks to their inner most desires of life.

Helping people find their passion and live their purpose is what Tom Anderson does best.

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What’s your advice for aspiring writers?

Tom Anderson When I first wanted to write, I focused on one thing. Being a best seller, so that I could get rich from my work.

That was the biggest mistake I could…moreWhen I first wanted to write, I focused on one thing. Being a best seller, so that I could get rich from my work.

That was the biggest mistake I could have made. So that would be my first, and biggest piece of advice. Don't write for the money!

Now, what I would advise, is to write, for the sake of writing. Write, because it's interesting to hear what you have to say. Write, because your voice is big, bold, and beautiful! Write, because the longing to write doesn't go away. Write, because it's your duty, your obligation, and your burden to share your ideas with others. Write, because you say you are a writer, not because of anything anyone else thinks you are.

You will never know the true value of your writing until you receive a testimonial from someone who's life you have positive affected by your writing. The value of the words of others, directed at you, as a thank you for serving them, is beyond any monetary rewards you can receive.

Write, because you want to, you need to, and you must. You are a writer, claim your words, be proud of who you are, and focus on the difference you can make, not the income you can make.

If the world decides you are worth paying for, then you will receive the ultimate writers gift. Yet first, you must be willing to pour out your heart, your soul, and your wisdom to others.

The world will decide what you are worth as a writer. You must first decide what you are worth.

Value yourself worthy of putting your thoughts out to the world. You have a voice, USE IT!(less)

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How do you deal with writer’s block?

Tom Anderson I personally don't allow myself to use that term. Simply because blocks are something that we choose to overcome, and by making that choice, I don't e…moreI personally don't allow myself to use that term. Simply because blocks are something that we choose to overcome, and by making that choice, I don't experience what many consider "writers block."

I do have times when I am struggling to come up with a new idea for a weekly talk, or an article, blog post etc. When that happens, I let it happen. I don't stress about it, and I allow it be my current reality.

Then I simply ask, "What would I have to be focused on right now, in order to be struggling with my writing?"

When I answer that question, I gain a lot of insight. As a personal development author, many times that can actually help and inspire me to write. I figure, if I'm struggling with it, then someone else probably does too.

My advice would be to write in the moment you are inspired. Be ready to write, at all times. To often, writers set a time to write, but then when that time comes, the inspiration isn't there.

By writing in the moment you are inspired, I mean this. Even if you don't have the ability to write the entire article, book, blog post, or whatever else you want to write. Write down some key thoughts, inspirations, and motivational ideas that are moving you to want to write, in the moment. By doing that, you won't forget what you wanted to write about, and the likelihood of the inspiration lingering within you until you have the opportunity to write the entire thing will sit within you as a burning desire to finish the thought.

Carry your notebook with you, send yourself a text about the idea you just had, or whatever you need to do in order to not let your inspiration die out of your lack of immediately available time. Write, at all times, even if it's just a quick note, a thought, or something else. Get it out of your brain and bring it into existence in some way. This will keep you being creative all day long, and should drastically increase your ability to overcome "writers block."

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	Your Journey Of Being: The step by step guide to designing a life you love and living at your peak! 4.33 avg rating — 3 ratings — published 2013	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Your Place in the World: Creating a life of vision, purpose, and service. 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — published 2010	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Your Journey Of Being - The Lost Chapters: How to discover complete fulfillment in every moment by living life with intentional purpose. 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — published 2013	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Matter Of Moments: On Your Journey Of Being 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — published 2014	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Your Journey Of Being A Young Person 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — published 2014	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	Your Journey of Being a Teenager: The ABC's of Success 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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