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Category: On My Mind

On My Mind has various topics that cross our mind and makes us wonder. We think that these random thoughts are worth sharing or to talk about.

Chronic Pain and Productivity

Chronic Pain and Productivity

Posted on 09/08/201929/07/2021 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

Chronic pain influences my daily life considerably. I share my tips to get stuff done, and comment on those that don’t work for me, and why. Read More

Posted in On My Mind Tagged chronic illness, chronic pain, productivity, writing life Leave a comment
On My Mind: Currently Reading

On My Mind: Currently Reading

Posted on 02/08/201902/08/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

Why is my list of books I’ve read such a mess? Read More

Posted in Books, On My Mind Tagged book blogger, book lovers, books, Currently Reading 4 Comments
Why I Read Widely

Why I Read Widely

Posted on 17/05/201917/05/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

Reading outside of your comfort zone can open up doors you never knew existed. You might find something else you like, or experience something new. Read More

Posted in On My Mind Tagged comfort zone, explore, personal, personal experience, reading, Reading Challenge, reading habits 1 Comment
On my mind: Becoming Successful

On my mind: Becoming Successful

Posted on 03/05/201903/05/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

What is succes and what is your success? It’s different for everyone. Don’t let your success be dependent on other people. Take action for yourself. Read More

Posted in On My Mind Tagged goals, milestones, success, successful, Tales of Lunis Aquaria Leave a comment
On My Mind: To DNF Or To Not DNF

On My Mind: To DNF Or To Not DNF

Posted on 30/03/201902/04/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

When do you DNF a book? Or do you finish all the books you start? Tessa shares her opinion on quitting books and why she doesn’t DNF a book. Read More

Posted in On My Mind Tagged DNF, learn, opportunity, rating, reading, reading habits, self-care 21 Comments
On My Mind: Exercise Your Creative Muscle

On My Mind: Exercise Your Creative Muscle

Posted on 15/02/201915/02/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

Exercise your creative muscle to stay on top of your game. You can do it without any tools, just use your mind. Find more ways to be creative. Read More

Posted in On My Mind Tagged creative muscle, creativity, exercise, muscle, writer's life 4 Comments
On My Mind: What I Read When I Write

On My Mind: What I Read When I Write

Posted on 18/01/201916/01/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

Writers have their own reading habits and they sometimes change when they’re actively working on a first draft. Here’s what I do and don’t read. Read More

Posted in On My Mind Tagged reading habits, writing process 2 Comments
On My Mind: I Don't Believe In Writer's Block

On My Mind: I Don’t Believe In Writer’s Block

Posted on 11/01/201911/01/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

I don’t believe in writer’s block. Three things are responsible for being unable to create and here are some tips to fix them. Read More

Posted in On My Mind, Tips Tagged creativity, fear, inspiration, motivation, productivity, writer's block 2 Comments
On My Mind: My Least Favourite Part Of Writing

On My Mind: My Least Favourite Part Of Writing

Posted on 21/09/201821/09/2018 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

Not the blank page, but the second draft is what Tessa fears most. About dealing with criticism and bannishing perfection to finish a manuscript. Read More

Posted in On My Mind Tagged criticism, editing, feedback, first draft, perfectionism, second draft, writing life, writing process Leave a comment
On My Mind: The Path I've Walked

On My Mind: The Path I’ve Walked

Posted on 22/06/201822/06/2018 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

Turning thirty has Tessa reminiscing about the past decade. She talks about how she realised that writing fiction was what she wanted to do most and how she got to that point. Read More

Posted in On My Mind Tagged aspiring writers, creative, creativity, personal, personal experience, personal growth, writing, writing life Leave a comment
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