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Cracking the Resistance Code: How to Break Through Fear of Uncertainty and Write Your Book Kindle Edition

by Dawn Montefusco (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 46 ratings
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Writers who don't write put themselves in a form of self-imposed mental imprisonment that must be unlocked to live a fulfilling life.

This book will help guide you through conquering fear, resistance, and uncertainty so that nothing can stand in the way of bringing your greatest writing projects to life.

Join Dawn Montefusco, MFA on a thrilling journey to decipher your unique patterns of mental roadblocks preventing success. She has tailored techniques and practices to address long-held resistance, anxiety, and stress - all so you can unlock powerful creative potential within yourself! Get ready for a dramatic transformation as Dawn puts her expertise into action with these tried-and-true methods.

You'll discover:

  • How to identify your resistance styles and what triggers them
  • Techniques to keep you writing instead of second-guessing yourself
  • How to successfully overcome overwhelm, anxiety, and the fear of "writing it wrong"
  • What it takes to tap into "flow" and inspire your inner muse
  • Dramatically increase your writing productivity and output
  • Why embracing uncertainty is the key to being an unstoppable writer
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About the Author

Dawn Montefusco, MFA is a transformational writing coach with more than 20 years of experience helping people from all walks of life share their stories with the world. Drawing on her skills as a story editor and life coach, Dawn helps writers connect to their authentic voice, break through creative resistance, and create their best work. Her approach combines mindfulness practices with storytelling and creative writing techniques to help writers access their deepest truths and tell their stories more authentically. Recognized as a global leader in her field, Dawn's life-changing transformative programs, speaking, and events have reached more than 100,000 people in thirty countries. Dawn holds a degree in writing from NYU and an MFA in creative writing from Eastern Washington University. She earned her Transformational Coaching Certification from Erickson College. --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0C3NS839C
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Transcendent Publishing (May 4, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 4, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2138 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 94 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 46 ratings

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Dawn Montefusco, MFA, is an award-winning poet, author, speaker, Transformational Writing Coach and CEO of Inside Light Creative, LLC – a global coaching company focused on helping heart-centered, passionate writers break through creative resistance, connect to their authentic voice and share their story. Recognized as a global leader in her field, Dawn’s life-changing transformative programs, speaking and events have reached more than 100,000 people in 30 countries. Dawn graduated from NYU with a degree in writing and went on to achieve an MFA in creative writing from Eastern Washington University. She earned her Transformational Coaching Certification from Erickson College. https://www.dawnmontefusco.com

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MoonSetter
5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and Inspiring
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2023
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Comprehensive Guide to Overcoming Resistance

Cracking the Code of Resistance is a great little book and thoughtfully written. It is about understanding and overcoming the fears and obstacles that hinder our full potential. The book is divided into three parts: Know the Enemy, Know Yourself and Know Divine Forces, which offer a very good understanding of resistance and provide actionable steps to break free from its grip. The author covers various aspects of resistance, from the ten most common resistance styles to the role of divine forces in overcoming resistance.

This book is not only informative but also inspiring, as it provides readers with valuable advice for maintaining focus and productivity in their personal and professional lives. The author's engaging writing style and practical advice make this book a valuable tool for those of us who have a book to write but have been putting it off. OK, I have to stop writing this review, take inspiration from this book, and start writing my own.

Cracking the Code of Resistance is an important read for anyone looking to break free from the fears and limitations that hold us back and unlock our creative potential. YES!!!
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HMM
5.0 out of 5 stars The author really gets the writer who procrastinates.
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2023
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Cracking the Resistance Code made me feel that the author was inside my brain. From the very beginning it was clear that she had experienced all the different aspects of resistance to writing herself, and really “got it”. I loved the exercises at the end of each chapter. I thought it was interesting that the author recognized that as we get older the spontaneity we experienced as a child when we would write freely and for enjoyment was lost as the stakes for what and how we wrote became much more purposeful as we journeyed through the education system and beyond. Reading this book felt like taking a journey that started in the weeds of resistance and self-doubt and ended with a positive plan to move forward. A quick and motivational read that is definitely worth the time and a great way to get rid of imposter syndrome and the analysis paralysis that perfectionism brings.
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Dale Walsh
5.0 out of 5 stars The Problem is The Awareness
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2023
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As a mental.health coach and Poet, I understand that much of the time the major step is recognizing a problem is that it is a problem in the first place and how to know it exists. Dawn Montefusco's excellent book " Cracking The Resistance Code" does a superlative job of not only making us aware of the obstacles created by literary resistance, but also gives a coherent strategy on how to overcome it.
Dawn points out from the very beginning the need for transcending the Fears encountered by ALL writers when they actually sit down to put words to paper. Her suggestions and insights into the creative process are invaluable in themselves -- the solutions she gives In this short book are priceless.
I recommend this work highly not only for writers struggling to express their ideas but in fact for everyone who deals with the constant problem of Resistance to change in every aspect of life.
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Duane Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars I needed to hear this to get started
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2023
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This book "Cracking the Resistance Code" is not only a great read but an important manual for writers like myself. I know I'm talented and have an amazing story to tell and yet every time I think to do it I freeze up like I'm staring at a huge mountain and someone told me to move it all at once. This book has helped me address my fear, move past it and understand that my mind is going to play mental gymnastics all day long as a way of distraction (and protection) and that the resistance I'm facing may or may not real. Regardless, I'm now taking action and getting busy putting pen to paper (yes, I'm old school). I thank the author for her insight and inspiring thoughts. This book really helped me personally. I recommend to all, not just writers.
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mrhyde503
5.0 out of 5 stars Not just for writers, these are Life Lessons
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2023
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After reading, I felt like I just got a crash-course life coaching session from not only someone who knows the material, but also strong dose of great advice from an old friend. The author expertly intertwines her personal experiences and lessons she's learned in to a concise, easy-to-follow outline on how to tackle our own internal obstacles that is also an insightful and entertaining read. I especially appreciate the challenges at the end of each section. While all of this is centered on how to overcome writer's block, the insights and lessons are useful for all kinds of personal struggles. As a sufferer of ADD, I suffer from procrastination, depression and a lot of negative self-talk. I feel like a lot of this was meant specifically for me. Thank you, Ms. Montefusco, for sharing your wisdom.
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Liz MB
5.0 out of 5 stars Teachers, Sewists, Chefs, and Writers; this book is for Everyone
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2023
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Written in a personable and often entertaining style, Cracking the Resistance Code is knowledgeable and a great teaching tool. Dawn teaches us how to recognize and acknowledge our fears. We learn to understand our responses to fear and are given ways to cope. At the end of each chapter are exercises and thought provoking comments and questions. You will have “Ah ha! Moments” that will help you know yourself better. You may even chuckle because it seems Dawn is talking directly to you. And Dawn has all the know-how and skills!

I recommend this easy read to everyone, though it is geared toward writers. Great life lessons here! Just wait until you discover what it means to "teach your gorillas to trust you." Curious now? Quick, grab a copy.
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Deborah E. Harrell
5.0 out of 5 stars Every Writer Wins With This Book
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2023
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Dawn's new book reads like an adventure, weaving stories from her upbringing in N.Y. and the compelling wisdom of her dad as a Guide to confront resistance with courage, mindful awareness and ultimate compassion for ourselves. As a fellow writer I never understood why writing is uncomfortable...why my procrastination gets the best of me...and why my need to be a perfect writer has kept me poor. By identifying our personal resistance styles, Dawn not only clarifies the reasons we don't reach completion but ways we duplicate these behavior patterns in daily living. Thoughts are not to be trusted, she reiterates. Trust only actions! This engaging book is a devoted companion and must read for all writers who deserve to finish and step into their soul's calling.
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Ann O'Gorman
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Practical Tips and Guidance
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 4, 2023
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Easy to read, raw, honest, practical and insightful, the author has nailed Resistance. Her lived experience as well as her knowledge as a writer and transformational writing coach shine a light on how each and every one of us has resistance, and how we can see through it and not allow it to foil our efforts to create what we desire. A master-class in Resistance, with short chapters and prompts for inquiry after each one, makes this an accessible workbook to help anyone like me who feels stuck and needs a helping hand to courageously and compassionately move through the stuckness. Loved it. Really helpful. Highly recommend it.
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Sue N
4.0 out of 5 stars Banish the blocks that stop you from writing
Reviewed in Australia on February 17, 2024
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Cracking the Resistance Code is a practical guide to help you banish imposter syndrome and the accompanying fear of putting your work into the public domain, and so much more. As you work through this book, you will discover ways to get unstuck and put those words onto the page to get your book written. A wonderful easy-to-digest short read worth the investment of your time.
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