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Chapter 35: The Toughest Uni Module Ends, And A New Chapter Of My Writing Career Begins

19/6/2022

 
Module four was a nightmare from start to finish, pushing me to the limits but hopefully being overcome. As the FPL Nightmare series concludes, the new phase of my writing career begins, and the resolve to succeed on my own terms deepens.
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Chapter 30: Darts World Championships review; Writing and University Update

5/1/2022

 
After nearly two years of feeling unimportant, the World Championships have reminded me why darts is the greatest sport in the world. Also, some updates on my writing plans and my degree progress.
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Chapter 28: The Emptiness That Comes When You Achieve Your Ambitions

7/12/2021

 
Having completed a long-term project that has consumed my thinking for years, I expected to feel elated. Instead, I am filled with melancholy, and a sense of having no direction. It's a strange development, which I really should have predicted.
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Chapter 27: A Promising Start for Eddie Howe at Newcastle

27/11/2021

 
I make my return to blogging after four months by discussing the Newcastle situation. It was hard keeping my website deactivated when so much was going on, but the reasons for doing so were good, and justified the decision. Now, I get to have a good ol' rant.
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Chapter 26: Second Book Published, Mental Health Novel Progress, University Module Result

26/7/2021

 
In my first journal entry for two weeks, I discuss why the time was right to take a short break from writing - because I've published my second book, while also reaching a key stage in my mental health novel. I have also received the score for my third module - the first that counts towards my final degree.
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Chapter 24: Worst Meal Out Ever Follow-Up; England’s Euro 2020 Negativity; Second Book Finished; Arguer’s Debut E.P.

25/6/2021

 
This latest update covers the fall-out from the review of my abysmal meal the other night and my irritation at the twining about England’s football team. I’ve also completed my second book, whilst my friend’s new band have some music out soon.
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Chapter 21: Minimising Stress For University Assignments

28/5/2021

 
With my Open University studies over for another year, I thought I’d share some advice on how to minimise stress levels ahead of the big assignments.
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Chapter Twenty: University and Writing Update

17/5/2021

 
I haven't done a writing update for a while, and I have a big week up ahead with regards my writing and my degree, so I thought this was a good time for one. Hopefully it’ll help minimise my stress over the next eight days.
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The Curse of Perfectionism: How to Overcome Creative Fear

26/2/2021

 
So many talented people become frozen by the fear of their creations not being good enough. I hope this essay can help you overcome your self-doubt and discover the artist your heart knows that you are.

The world needs your art, now more than ever. 
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To Anyone Thinking of Suicide

10/10/2019

 
This open letter was written for a wonderful book called 'The Recovery Letters,' written by people who have suffered with mental illness to those who are suffering. It was an honour to contribute towards it, and it is highly recommended for anyone who struggles with mental illness. 
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