ABOUT THIS EPISODE
George Lucas struggled with writing Star Wars. So he gave himself a non-negotiable regarding the work. His structure, though not making writing easy, removed the daily decision-making process. Establish a daily routine with a specific time, place, and goal to reduce stress and increase productivity.
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