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Dear Writer, Are You In Burnout? (QuitBooks for Writers Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Becca Syme (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Chances are good, if this title caught your eye, you already know you need this book, so I’m not going to attempt to convince you.

The unprecedented burnout we’re collectively experiencing in the writing world today means two things.

  1. We need to know the signs of burning out.
  2. We need to know how to avoid that burnout pit.

Oh, and there’s a third reason, too… because if we need to recover from burnout, we need support, encouragement, and camaraderie. That’s why this book exists.

I’ve coached thousands of writers. Six- and seven-figure authors, major award winners, midlisters, and new authors alike. And there are patterns to what writers think and feel about our careers and our books. Those patterns are why I'm here, writing to you.

If you are overwhelmed, tired, frustrated with your career or your sales... if you're stuck or stalled... come and join me inside these pages, and we'll talk about why.

Why is key.

We've got this. Let's get you out of this pit.

- Becca

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07X66MHDZ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hummingbird Books (September 17, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 17, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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Becca Syme is a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach with a Master's Degree in Transformational Leadership and fourteen years of experience in success coaching with writers, organizations and individuals in communications, strategy, systems, and self-leadership. She teaches the popular Write Better-Faster course and does Strengths for Writers coaching. She lives in a ski town Montana, where it's always winter and never Christmas. And she sometimes writes mystery novels.

Watch the QuitCast YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqcMMgtLuogKNSbxlwyJ5ug

Learn more at http://betterfasteracademy.com.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Burn Out Sucks - But You Probably Know That
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2021
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First, let me preface this by saying this book was a fabulous and NEEDED read for me post-burnout (especially on the edge of burn out 2 - I managed to pull back this time, and reading this book affirmed my decisions). I wish I could say that if I had stumbled upon this book before I hit my first major burn out it would have helped me, but the truth is that my mindset and the enacted inertia in my life wouldn't have allowed me to give much credence to these words at that time. I had a goal and I was GOING to reach it - come hell or high water. Well, they both came for me, and Becca likens it to your own personal hell because she's been there herself. This is an apt description-because it is. Even though this book is geared toward writers, I would venture to say that it can be loosely applied to any profession. Just mark out the word writer and add your own term throughout the book. This book does not delve into specifics, but there is a wealth of information to be grasped for those who are looking for a book that can give you insight into how you probably got to where you are. However, this is NOT a self-help, therapy, or coaching book, and it is not a replacement for seeking genuine help in those capacities as needed.

If you are looking for a "how-to" book of some sort with all these broken down steps of things you should do because that somehow comforts you, this book isn't for you. This book is a general overview with specific examples of what burn out is, how it can affect people, some signs it is happening, and what we can do to prevent it. That might sound like a step-by-step guide, but it isn't. This book delves into the edges of what drives people into burn out (different for everyone), and brings a clear "big picture" look of how we are really doing ourselves a disservice in this industry by not applying more self-care as we reach for a dream that could, literally due to stress, kill us. If you or a writer that you know are trying to burn the candle from both ends, PLEASE read this book and some of her other books. Dreams are wonderful things to have, and so are ambitions and goals - but never, EVER at the expense of your own health and happiness (because then they stop serving the added function in your life they are supposed to have).
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5.0 out of 5 stars Quarter of the way through and the rating is already clear
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2021
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I'm only about a quarter of the way through but I already know what to rate this book. I'll alter the review if it really falls flat in the final three quarters but I don't know that it has to ace the last three quarters. I feel like I've gotten exactly what I feel I should expect, an answer to the question, already. How to answer the question seems clear in this first quarter. I assume possible solutions come later but the author has already made clear that that is not really the point of the book. The point is to think about this and figure out what you need, not to take the place of specialist help. So I kind of feel like the rest of the book is just a bonus.

I tend to color code my highlights in books. Blue is my highlight for things I feel are important. If I have more than one blue highlight in a book, I consider it good. There's a whole lot of blue in this book. I like the way it asks me to think about the issue. It resonates well with my experience. I'm recognizing everything she's talking about.

I don't know that I can say that I recommend this to all writers or that it belongs in everyone's library. It's just not that kind of book. But if you've had the question: am I in burnout OR are pretty darn sure or even positive you are in burnout, this book definitely has something to say to you. And it doesn't waste a lot of time getting to saying it. You're going to know pretty quick if it is speaking your language.
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Kate M. Colby
5.0 out of 5 stars Even if you're not in burnout, this is such a helpful book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2021
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If you are a creative person, especially a writer, I strongly recommend Becca Syme's whole Dear Writer series. And if you've ever felt "burnt out" or otherwise exhausted, uninspired, etc., then Dear Writer, Are You In Burnout? will be a great resource.

I read this book because I'm in a bit of transitionary period in my creative and personal life, and wanted to determine whether I might be heading to/from burnout. Thanks to Becca, I know now that I'm not in burnout. (Though, I think I have been there before.) However, if you are, Becca will coach you through the warning signs, symptoms, and experience of burnout, as well as how to recover.

Even though I'm not in burnout right now, I feel like I have a better roadmap for avoiding it. Likewise, I've learned that I sometimes get caught in "cognitive dissonance spirals" (thinking I *should* be able to do more than I can). But I've also learned how to better manage my energy (banking "energy pennies") through self-care and received a better sense of my plate size (5-6). Although I haven't been overfilling my plate, now that I know more about it, I feel better equipped to avoid over taxing myself in the future.

Long story short, there are a lot of writers who write for other writers out there. I read widely in this genre, and for me, Becca has been the best at tapping into who I am as a person (through Clifton Strengths) and helping me see which strategies work for me. If you haven't come across her yet, please give one of her books or her YouTube channel a try.

Recommended for writers of all genres and other creatives.
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4.0 out of 5 stars The answer is yes.
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2020
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I was, most definitely, in burnout over the last year. Strengths for Writers, The Quitcast and these books from Becca have helped me to turn everything around, to lean into my personality, my strengths, my process and find the JOY in writing again.
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Gr8tBooklover
5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely Helpful even if not in burnout but have been through challenges
Reviewed in Canada on November 26, 2021
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I heard Becca speak at a conference and found this book. I know understand why I haven't been able to write, and how the challenges i've been through have impacted me. I have a masters degree in counseling and have kept up with my CE credits, but I haven't found anything as valuable as this book. The concepts Becca presented were truly "Aha!" moments for me and now I'm learning to get back on my feet and get going again with my projects...

This book is a life saver for my creativity!
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Christina Summers
5.0 out of 5 stars This hit me in the feels!
Reviewed in Australia on December 10, 2021
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Becca Syme’s book is going to be life changing for me. I’m already in burnout… but I hadn’t really thought that it would extend so far and cause problems with my creativity. This book has shown me the deeper levels underneath that are causing this runaway train will continue to be an issue unless I make some changes in my thoughts and mindsets. As Becca recommends, I’ll be seeing a counsellor to help me walk through the barriers that are hindering my success, not just as an author, but in life.
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MTST
5.0 out of 5 stars Helped me through burnout. There's a way out!
Reviewed in Canada on November 19, 2020
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In June I hit burnout and couldn't do a thing. My mind was broken. It felt like I had a brain injury since the things that always came naturally were suddenly an impossibility. Writing was out of the question. I was lucky if I could answer an email or post a teaser on Facebook. If you're feeling like that, this book, as well as Becca's YouTube series on Burnout will be a lifesaver. It took about four months, but I'm feeling back to my old self. You can get back too. Take care of yourself :)
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Peggy
5.0 out of 5 stars Just what I needed
Reviewed in Australia on June 30, 2020
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I would recommend this book to anyone who feels there isn't enough time in this hectic world to take a break. I couldn't put it down. I've implemented ideas to restore my energy level while maintaining a high level of productivity. Thanks for the timely book, Becca Syme.
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