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Writing Is Hard – But You Can Do Hard Things

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“The work of creation is slow, laborious, and dull.” – Roger Scruton

Why does the creative life feel like such a struggle sometimes? And how can you keep going when the work feels slow and discouraging?

In this episode, S. D. Smith and Brett Harris talk about why all meaningful accomplishments require effort — and why that’s actually good news for writers.

You’ll hear:

- Why God designed the creative act to be challenging

- What the word passion really means (and why it matters)

- How resistance is part of every great story — including yours

- Why determination beats inspiration every time

If you’ve ever felt like giving up on your writing, this episode will remind you that the hard road is the one worth walking — and that you really can do hard things.

Subscribe now and share this episode with a young writer who needs it.

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Manage episode 501742833 series 3679760
Content provided by Brett Harris & S. D. Smith, Brett Harris, and S. D. Smith. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Brett Harris & S. D. Smith, Brett Harris, and S. D. Smith or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

“The work of creation is slow, laborious, and dull.” – Roger Scruton

Why does the creative life feel like such a struggle sometimes? And how can you keep going when the work feels slow and discouraging?

In this episode, S. D. Smith and Brett Harris talk about why all meaningful accomplishments require effort — and why that’s actually good news for writers.

You’ll hear:

- Why God designed the creative act to be challenging

- What the word passion really means (and why it matters)

- How resistance is part of every great story — including yours

- Why determination beats inspiration every time

If you’ve ever felt like giving up on your writing, this episode will remind you that the hard road is the one worth walking — and that you really can do hard things.

Subscribe now and share this episode with a young writer who needs it.

  continue reading

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