Okay, authors, let's face it: running an indie author business is a tightrope walk. You're juggling writing, marketing, real life...and then there's that whole "how do I get anything done" moment. When deadlines become a scary villain and your mojo takes a nosedive faster than my last coffee kick-start, you need strategies to fight back.

But listen up: motivation isn’t some mystical fire that just ignites or fades away like it's a flickering candle in a storm. It's more of a garden—and we all know those gardens need tending, right?

Here, I’m sharing three action-packed reads to help you boost your mental stamina, build better habits, and bounce back even when inspiration decides to take a vacation (which, let’s be honest, happens to the best of us). If motivation's been on a wild ride lately, these articles are your ticket to smoother sailing ahead.

Ready to stop spinning your wheels and start making real progress? Let's go!

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