Archive - The Creative Way (with Annie Ridout)

January 2025

Let's talk about Instagram.

I just deleted over 1000 posts (all of them) and now - in light of Meta's recent announcement - I'm working out how to approach Instagram creatively…

Jan 30 •

It's not procrastination, it's LIFE

And it should be lived creatively and enjoyed immensely, as well as used to earn a living and do the chores. But: here's how I'm planning on writing the…

Jan 27 •

Will a tidy home tidy my mind?

On whether you can be both peaceful and creative, in the home (and in your head).

Jan 24 •

The Creative Way manifesto

How to live and work creatively.

Jan 21 •

Sorry, that is just not creative.

But could it be?

Jan 16 •

The seven deadly sins are a must.

Why we need pride, greed, wrath, envy, lust, gluttony and slothfulness, as creatives.

Jan 12 •

A major publisher wanted my poetry collection

But it never happened. And while at first, I was gutted - I’ve now realised that creatively, it might have been for the best.

Jan 10 •

The Creative Way to be a freelance writer

The internet (inc. Substack) makes it much easier to create your own online platform and earn a living online, as a writer. It’s also a brilliant back…

Jan 8 •

I lost 31 paid subscribers ($2130) in December

At first, I was upset. But now, I'm pleased this happened. Here's why...

Jan 3 •

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