Being a writer requires more than putting words on a page. It's a whole mindset. You have to believe you can do it and then give yourself permission to go after it and write consistently. I remember the first moment I called myself a write without any other qualifiers. It was awkward, embarrassing and life-changing. In this episode, I'll explain why the declaration was so important and why I think calling yourself a writer is essential to becoming one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices