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The Hypothyroid Writer: Seven daily habits that will heal your brain, feed your creative genius, and help you write like never before
Is your hypothyroidism preventing you from writing the way you want? Learn how to let out your inner artist while you heal your body and mind! Are you struggling with a never-ending brain fog? Is your lack of energy getting in the way of your writing habits? Have you ever thought of writing a book, only to catch yourself thinking you’re not likely to succeed with that when you can barely manage doing enough to survive?
Writing for a living can be enough of a challenge, but if you’re living with thyroid dysfunction, you know it affects everything -- and it makes it all the harder to succeed as a writer.
After being diagnosed with hypothyroidism at the age of five, Sarah Lentz has spent most of her life learning how to overcome her obstacles, heal her brain, and become the person and the writer she was born to be. Now she’s sharing her valuable lessons with you.
In The Hypothyroid Writer, you’ll How to clear your brain fog for better concentration and memoryA method for making the most of your energy and generating even moreKey tips to boost your mood and defeat depression and anxietyA system for feeling less nervous, exposed, and oversensitive so you can better accept feedbackThe most important new habits to learn, and much, much more! The Hypothyroid Writer is an absolute must-read for every creative suffering through a foggy brain. If you like research-backed advice, empathy and understanding, and tried-and-true methods from someone who has been there before, then you’ll love Sarah Lentz’s essential guide to writing success.
Buy The Hypothyroid Writer today to open the door to thriving, creating, and healing!
Writing for a living can be enough of a challenge, but if you’re living with thyroid dysfunction, you know it affects everything -- and it makes it all the harder to succeed as a writer.
After being diagnosed with hypothyroidism at the age of five, Sarah Lentz has spent most of her life learning how to overcome her obstacles, heal her brain, and become the person and the writer she was born to be. Now she’s sharing her valuable lessons with you.
In The Hypothyroid Writer, you’ll How to clear your brain fog for better concentration and memoryA method for making the most of your energy and generating even moreKey tips to boost your mood and defeat depression and anxietyA system for feeling less nervous, exposed, and oversensitive so you can better accept feedbackThe most important new habits to learn, and much, much more! The Hypothyroid Writer is an absolute must-read for every creative suffering through a foggy brain. If you like research-backed advice, empathy and understanding, and tried-and-true methods from someone who has been there before, then you’ll love Sarah Lentz’s essential guide to writing success.
Buy The Hypothyroid Writer today to open the door to thriving, creating, and healing!
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Published October 20, 2016
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November 16, 2016
I spent thirty minutes thinking about this review.
Before I read her book, I did not know Sarah. But I thought I might want to. Her challenge, living and writing with hypothyroidism is different from my challenge, living with essential tremor. But I have Kindle Unlimited, so I thought I would at least download and skim her book. I am glad I did. For me most of the value in this book, I found in Part One.The Challenge. In part one, Sarah describes what it is like to have difficulty thinking and remembering. She describes living with low energy, depression, anxiety, and increased sensitivity.
I recognized the anxiety and panic attacks. In addition to essential tremor could I also have sub-optimal thyroid function? I am also, as I have described it to friends, a supertaster. For me, oatmeal and raisins are a spicy breakfast. I wanted to learn more. I also decided Sarah's book needed to be part of my growing collection. I bought it.
I read, with interest, her discussions on choosing the right foods, with experimenting and with food decluttering, a term she did not use. But is seems to fit. I wrote down a list of problem foods to consider experimenting with. Caffeine (I love my two large cups of coffee), fats ( I love my whole milk), gluten, salts, and sugars. Her right food list was mostly boring except for the chocolate and wine.
She recommends getting enough water. I always forget so I have a phone app to remind me. She also recommended probiotics. Since reading her book, I bought several probiotic-rich drinks.
I liked her seven habits enough that I wrote them down in a list. I am certain to do the first. I will know why I want to write and succeed at writing. I will create and follow a morning routine. I will try to listen to more music. I doubt I shall ever play an instrument. I will exercise every day and get outdoors more. I tossed the others.
Should you buy this book? I cannot say. I found value in it. I liked it enough to buy it. I did not know what I would find. I found treasures for me. Read it with an open mind. Evaluate what you can gain from Sarah's efforts. I can tell she has poured much of her life into this short, easy-to-read book. You can profitably gain from her experiences for the fee of a couple of dollars. I recommend it.
Before I read her book, I did not know Sarah. But I thought I might want to. Her challenge, living and writing with hypothyroidism is different from my challenge, living with essential tremor. But I have Kindle Unlimited, so I thought I would at least download and skim her book. I am glad I did. For me most of the value in this book, I found in Part One.The Challenge. In part one, Sarah describes what it is like to have difficulty thinking and remembering. She describes living with low energy, depression, anxiety, and increased sensitivity.
I recognized the anxiety and panic attacks. In addition to essential tremor could I also have sub-optimal thyroid function? I am also, as I have described it to friends, a supertaster. For me, oatmeal and raisins are a spicy breakfast. I wanted to learn more. I also decided Sarah's book needed to be part of my growing collection. I bought it.
I read, with interest, her discussions on choosing the right foods, with experimenting and with food decluttering, a term she did not use. But is seems to fit. I wrote down a list of problem foods to consider experimenting with. Caffeine (I love my two large cups of coffee), fats ( I love my whole milk), gluten, salts, and sugars. Her right food list was mostly boring except for the chocolate and wine.
She recommends getting enough water. I always forget so I have a phone app to remind me. She also recommended probiotics. Since reading her book, I bought several probiotic-rich drinks.
I liked her seven habits enough that I wrote them down in a list. I am certain to do the first. I will know why I want to write and succeed at writing. I will create and follow a morning routine. I will try to listen to more music. I doubt I shall ever play an instrument. I will exercise every day and get outdoors more. I tossed the others.
Should you buy this book? I cannot say. I found value in it. I liked it enough to buy it. I did not know what I would find. I found treasures for me. Read it with an open mind. Evaluate what you can gain from Sarah's efforts. I can tell she has poured much of her life into this short, easy-to-read book. You can profitably gain from her experiences for the fee of a couple of dollars. I recommend it.
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November 10, 2016This book is well-written and full of practical information. The author also provides a resource section, including her favorite apps. If you are struggling with hypothyroidism, I would certainly get this book. I personally don’t but I read this because I know several authors and creatives who do, and it was having a negative impact on their work. This book clearly outlines the struggles, symptoms and then finally, strategies that authors can implement to overcome this challenge holding them back.
All authors have challenges when writing but this condition, as the author tells us she deals with, is never one that I had heard of before coming across this book. It is great that writers going through this now have a guide and a resource they can rely on to help cope and manage the condition known as hypothyroidism.
The recommendations and powerful suggestions Sarah talks about in the book are life-changing if you have this condition. I am glad that someone had the courage to finally write about it. Well-written and detailed to the point, use this book and follow the author’s instructions and guidance if you are a hypothyroid sufferer.
All authors have challenges when writing but this condition, as the author tells us she deals with, is never one that I had heard of before coming across this book. It is great that writers going through this now have a guide and a resource they can rely on to help cope and manage the condition known as hypothyroidism.
The recommendations and powerful suggestions Sarah talks about in the book are life-changing if you have this condition. I am glad that someone had the courage to finally write about it. Well-written and detailed to the point, use this book and follow the author’s instructions and guidance if you are a hypothyroid sufferer.
October 23, 2016
This book is not just for the hypothyroid writer. It is for anyone who deals with the symptoms of hypothyroidism. In Part One, Sarah Lentz explores the areas where hypothyroidism can affect the individual - brain fog, low energy, increased sensitivity, depression, and anxiety and social anxiety. She also addresses how it is often overlooked because lab work often comes out "normal". In Part Two, she delves into seven habits to cultivate to manage living with hypothyroidism - know your why, have an early morning routine, daily journaling and handwriting, music therapy, daily exercise, own your vulnerability and share, and de-cluttering.
This book is well-written and full of practical information. The author also provides a resource section, including her favorite apps. If you are struggling with hypothyroidism, you will want to get this book!
This book is well-written and full of practical information. The author also provides a resource section, including her favorite apps. If you are struggling with hypothyroidism, you will want to get this book!
November 13, 2016
It's an interesting mix of topics. Hypothyroidism, being a writer, forming good habits, ADHD/brain fog. I found the first half a bit hard to get into but then I felt more interested in the second. Lots of great tips, for both thyroid issues and writing habits. Excellent list of resources too. Thank you.
November 26, 2017
Warning: This review is biased.
I choose to read this book, not because I have Hypothyroidism, but because I have another disease with the same symptoms as Hypothyroidism. I'd hoped that this book would give me insight and good advice. Unfortunately, the amount of mentions of Hypothyroidism really stuffed this book into a niche that it didn't need to be in. This could easily help many disease suffering writers, but the more you read the more you feel like the book isn't speaking to you. You're just an outsider who doesn't deserve the wisdom of the book.
I think I'll look for a more general "The Sick Writer" book next time.
I choose to read this book, not because I have Hypothyroidism, but because I have another disease with the same symptoms as Hypothyroidism. I'd hoped that this book would give me insight and good advice. Unfortunately, the amount of mentions of Hypothyroidism really stuffed this book into a niche that it didn't need to be in. This could easily help many disease suffering writers, but the more you read the more you feel like the book isn't speaking to you. You're just an outsider who doesn't deserve the wisdom of the book.
I think I'll look for a more general "The Sick Writer" book next time.
January 2, 2020
Seriously Helpful!
I’m a dancer not a writer, but I downloaded this book because I do suffer from hypothyroidism like the author, and wanted to see how she makes it through each day. I found this book to be so helpful in way too many ways to write down, so I’m ordering a hard copy of have on my keeper book shelf. One in particular, the S.A.V.E.R.S system I will use for the rest of my life! Thank you!
I’m a dancer not a writer, but I downloaded this book because I do suffer from hypothyroidism like the author, and wanted to see how she makes it through each day. I found this book to be so helpful in way too many ways to write down, so I’m ordering a hard copy of have on my keeper book shelf. One in particular, the S.A.V.E.R.S system I will use for the rest of my life! Thank you!
May 7, 2017
A collection of advice that the author got from other books she's read. I've read some of them too, and this book added nothing to that knowledge.
February 12, 2018
I'd read that the book appealed to a wider audience than the title suggested but it just wasn't for me. Some interesting ideas but overall not my favorite.
June 28, 2018
Good Writing Habits for All
While I don't have any known thyroid issues, I have had a few small strokes that have caused me to have symptoms similar to the author's.
I found myself highlighting many passages that resonated with my occasional brain fog and lethargy.
While I don't have any known thyroid issues, I have had a few small strokes that have caused me to have symptoms similar to the author's.
I found myself highlighting many passages that resonated with my occasional brain fog and lethargy.
July 5, 2019
A wonderful book on how to be functional with low thyroid levels. Very down to earth and sincere.
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