Dr Nathalie Tasler

Tag: Writers block

  • Why is writing so difficult?

    —

    by

    Nathalie Tasler
    in

    Overcoming writer’s block and fighting inner demons Why is writing so difficult? We sometimes make the mistake to think about the next journal article in terms of mechanics: a careful construction of academic papers, a simple following of disciplinary expectations and editorial demands. Which is not helpful, because if we diminish writing to such a…

  • Writing is Comfort Work

    —

    by

    Nathalie Tasler
    in ,

    Somewhere on the wilderness of the World Wide Web I stumbled across this contemplation about comfort work by Austin Kleon. The idea was so relatable it made me contemplate not only how I work but also if framing things under this light might help with motivation during challenging times. First things first. Austin Kleon defines…