Revising With Love
Part of the Write, Publish, and Shine Podcast Archives, where I revisit our most loved episodes to share timeless lessons for writers.
Revision is where the real magic of writing happens—where your raw words transform into something powerful and polished. In episode #113, Revising With Love, I share why revision isn’t about harsh self-criticism but about approaching your writing with curiosity and care. I offer practical strategies from my Revision Love Workbook that can help you see your drafts as living, evolving works of art, rather than mistakes to fix.
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Read the full transcript and show notes for this episode: rachelthompson.co/113
Key Themes & Moments
Revision as self-compassion
Seeing revision as a process of nurturing your writing rather than judging it.Practical tools from my workbook
Exercises to deepen your connection with your words and discover what your piece truly wants to say.Falling in love with your work
Why revision can rekindle your excitement and commitment to your story.The role of revision in publishing
How thoughtful revision helps your work shine for editors and readers alike.
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