I’ve never been a fan of “balance”.

When I gave up on the government-recommended “balanced diet” and instead ate an "unbalanced diet" that consistence primarily of vegetables and meet, I lost weight, gained muscle, felt healthier, and performed athletically at a higher level.

That’s just one example of why I’ve always believed obsessive focus and dedication is the secret to success, not the much touted “balanced approach”.

I’ve learned the hard way, however, that obsessive focus has its drawbacks, and the more I teach writing, the more I find myself urging authors to find balance in their work and their lives.

Here’s some of the things you’re going to need to learn to balance as an author.

Your pal in writing,

Kevin T. Johns, writing coach

P.S. My new novel, M School, comes out in just a few weeks. Get on the notification list now.