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Start where you are from "summary" of Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
Begin where you are. This is the fundamental truth of writing. You cannot start from a place you are not. You must begin with what you have, with what you know, with what you feel. It may not seem like much at first, but it is enough. You have your thoughts, your experiences, your observations. You have your voice, your unique perspective, your way of seeing the world. Do not be discouraged by the vastness of the task before you. Do not be overwhelmed by the blank page staring back at you. Instead, embrace the smallness of the moment, the simplicity of the first step. Start with a single word, a single sentence. Write what comes to mind, without judgment or hesitation. Let the words flow from you, without worrying about where they will lead. Remember that writing is a process, a journey. You will not reach your d...
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