How can you write freely and release any blocks that are holding you back? How can you focus on the strengths in your writing and avoid critical voice? Robin Finn gives plenty of writing tips in this interview.







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Robin Finn is an award-winning writer, teacher, and coach, and the author of Heart. Soul. Pen.: Find Your Voice on the Page and In Your Life.







You can listen above or on your favorite podcast app or read the notes and links below. Here are the highlights and the full transcript is below. 







Show Notes









* Overcoming the fear of judgement and shame when writing







* Uncovering the different layers of limiting beliefs







* Valuing our writing across all genres and topics







* Strengths-based feedback and how to use it







* Using the TIDES principle in the critique process







* Tapping into your curiosity to find your author voice







* The magic that can come from timed writing







* Practicing the art of discernment in your writing and sharing







* Benefits of an in-person writing community









You can find Robin at RobinFinn.com and on Instagram @RobinFinnAuthor.







Transcript of Interview with Robin Finn







Joanna: Robin Finn is an award-winning writer, teacher, and coach, and the author of Heart. Soul. Pen.: Find Your Voice on the Page and In Your Life. So welcome to the show, Robin.