[Mark Cecil, inner stuff]: Why getting feedback on your work is like open-heart surgery + opting for the twisty path vs. the straight path to success Ep 1105
In this second part of my interview with Mark Cecil, author of BUNYAN AND HENRY, OR, THE BEAUTIFUL DESTINY we cover the squishier side of writing\u2013the thoughts, attitudes, and beliefs that influence the work, including:\n\nWhy he considers getting feedback to be like open heart surgery\u2013absolutely vital, yet painful\u2013and ultimately, a time-saver\nAnd, ironically, how devastated he gets by a bad review\nHow his inner critic loves to tell him, \u201cIf you were any good, you\u2019d be successful by now,\u201d and how he deals with that\nHow making his debut at 46 motivates him\nTaking the twisty path instead of the straight path (if that even exists)to what he calls \u201cthe beautiful destiny\u201d\n\nIn other news, Mark is also the host of \u201cThe Thoughtful Bro\u201d podcast where he interviews authors about their latest book. If you\u2019re digging \u201cFinding the Throughline,\u201d you are also going to dig \u201cThe Thoughtful Bro,\u201d so go check it out!\n\nVisit Mark at markcecilauthor.com.\n\nFor full show notes with links to everything we discuss, plus bonus photos!, visit katehanley.substack.com.\n\nThanks to this week\u2019s sponsor, Air Doctor Pro. Visit airdoctorpro.com and use code KATE to save 30% off an amazing indoor air filter *and* receive a free three-year warranty (an $84 value).\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices