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How to Write Better

Joshua Fields Millburn
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Writing
Writing Skills
Editing
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Kapil Gupta
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Attention
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Vanessa Van Edwards
Joshua Fields Millburn
Colin Wright
Deep Work
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Metacognition
Narcissism
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New York Times–bestselling author Joshua Fields Millburn talks about writing.

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New York Times–bestselling author Joshua Fields Millburn speaks with Dr. Ramani Durvasula about whether writers are narcissists, what makes a book a vanity project, facing rejection as a writer, and more.

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New York Times–bestselling author Joshua Fields Millburn speaks with psychologist Amishi Jha about what it takes to achieve focus and peak mind as a writer. Download our free ebook, 15 WAYS TO WRITE BETTER: howtowritebetter.org.

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New York Times–bestselling author Joshua Fields Millburn speaks with Alison Stratten about the importance of writing for yourself. Download our free ebook, 15 WAYS TO WRITE BETTER: howtowritebetter.org.

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New York Times–bestselling author Joshua Fields Millburn speaks with Kapil Gupta about writing without prescriptions and why he believes writing shouldn't be taught. Download our free ebook, 15 WAYS TO WRITE BETTER: howtowritebetter.org.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Ramani Durvasula
Psychologist and professor emerita of psychology at California State University, Los Angeles
California State University, Los Angeles
Episode: Are Writers Narcissists?
Amishi Jha
Attention researcher and professor of psychology
University of Miami
Episode: Writing Is Thinking
Alison Stratten
Author of Unmarketing and QR Codes Kill Kittens; co-host of The Un Podcast
Author/Speaker
Episode: Write for You, Edit for Them
Kapil Gupta
Writer and speaker discussed in interview format
Episode: On Creating a Masterpiece
Matt Sumell
Writer; UC Irvine MFA graduate; author of Making Nice, A Novel and Stories
UC Irvine (MFA), Paris Review, Esquire, McSweeney's
Episode: Writing Is Emotionally Expensive
Ramona Ausubel
Author; work appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Paris Review; author of The Last Animal
Author
Episode: Improve Your Writing with the 20-Minute Rule
Leo Babauta
Author of Zen Habits, founder of the Zen Habits blog
Zen Habits
Episode: Facing Insecurities as a Writer
Jessica Ciencin Henriquez
Writer and poet with MFA in Creative Nonfiction
Episode: Great Writing Is Playful
Cal Newport
Associate professor of computer science at Georgetown University and New York Times best-selling author
Georgetown University
Episode: Deep Writing with Cal Newport

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Joshua Fields Millburn
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Writing Is Thinking
Q: What practical tips do you swear by for using attention in writing, especially when generating content versus editing it?
The guest outlines rules like generate before you evaluate, collaborate with internal mental modes, and start with kindness to maintain clarity and reduce self-criticism during the writing process.
Writing Is Thinking
Q: Well, since you are an attention researcher, what can you tell me about the importance of attention and focus for writers?
Amishi explains that attention is multifaceted and essential for writing, combining focus, broad receptivity, and executive control to keep ideas coherent and aligned with the writer's goals.
Are Writers Narcissists?
Q: What should writers do when facing harsh feedback or criticism?
Let feedback breathe, avoid immediate reactions, seek additional perspectives, and respond with curiosity to discern actionable points while protecting against mean-spirited attacks.
Are Writers Narcissists?
Q: How has social media affected authenticity and personal branding for writers?
Social media accelerates branding and visibility, which can help reach more readers, but it can also tempt writers to equate success with validation; authenticity comes from writing from the heart and serving a meaningful message, not just chasing likes.
Are Writers Narcissists?
Q: Where is the line between confidence and narcissism in writing?
Confidence is about knowing your worth and communicating it clearly, while narcissism involves a hollow self that seeks constant validation and lacks empathy; authentic writing comes from a place of true self-awareness and intention.

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This show centers on the craft of writing, tutorials on improving output, and the psychology behind becoming a better writer. Across episodes, listeners encounter practical techniques for drafting, editing, and maintaining momentum, along with broader conversations about attention, mindset, and the role of technology (including AI) in writing. Guests tend to be published authors, writing coaches, and researchers who illuminate how craft decisions—tone, structure, voice, and editing—intersect with personal discipline and audience needs. Notable throughlines include embracing iterative drafting, balancing self-expression with clarity for readers, and candid discussions about the pressures of publishing, perfectionism, and staying in the chair... more

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