KN Magazine: Articles
Headcase: How To Avoid Eye Strain, Headaches, and Pulling Your Hair Out
Writers spend countless hours at desks, often ignoring the physical and mental toll that sustained focus can take on the body. In “Headcase,” Mary Lynn Cloghesy and Jason Schembri explore how eye strain, tension headaches, and “Tech Neck” are connected through the body’s fascial system, while also addressing the emotional pressures writers face from rejection, criticism, and creative blocks. The article offers practical strategies to protect both body and mind so writers can sustain a healthy creative life.
Unanswered Prayers: Truman Capote and The Case Against Perfectionism
Truman Capote’s unfinished masterpiece Answered Prayers reveals how perfectionism can sabotage even the most gifted writers. This deep dive into Capote’s psychology shows how self-doubt, ego, and societal pressure can derail creativity—and what writers today can learn from his tragic example.
Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSIs) and How to Avoid Them
Writers, beware: repetitive strain injuries can sneak up and derail your creative flow. In this practical and empowering guide, Mary Lynn Cloghesy and Jason Schembri explain what RSIs are, how to spot the warning signs, and the ergonomic, physical, and mindful practices that can keep you writing—and living—pain free.
Freedom Fighters: Harness the Power of Motivation and Discipline to Beat Procrastination
All writers face the inner enemy of procrastination. In this insightful and empowering guide, Mary Lynn Cloghesy and Jason Schembri explore how motivation and discipline can work together to help writers conquer resistance, build better habits, and stay on track toward their goals.
Healthy Living Practices for Writers #3: Lower Cross Syndrome
Writers, beware! Lower Cross Syndrome is a hidden enemy caused by prolonged sitting. Learn what it is, how it impacts your body, and what steps to take to stay strong, mobile, and pain-free.
Between Pen and Paper: Flaneuring Through a Writer’s Mind – Writing on My Own Spectrum
Spring offers more than renewal—it’s a reminder that creativity, like nature, follows its own rhythm. In this post, I explore the writer's path as a spectrum of styles, from planners to pantsers and everything in between, and encourage you to honor your unique creative process.
Healthy Living Practices for Writers – Silent Killer: Imposter Syndrome
Imposter Syndrome is the silent killer of the writing life—crippling creativity, feeding doubt, and masking your success. Learn how to identify its symptoms, break its grip, and reclaim your confidence with these proven strategies for writers.
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