On Wise Productivity and Building Positive Character Arcs

The Write It Scared Podcast

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Learn the art of crafting positive character arcs and tackling the realities of time management.

I kick things off by sharing some eye-opening insights inspired by Oliver Burkman’s 4,000 Weeks, Time Management for Mortals, a must-read for anyone rethinking how to make the most of their time (spoiler: it’s not about doing more).

Then, we shift gears to break down the magic behind positive character arcs—focusing on the growth and redemption subtypes. Using beloved examples like Harry Potter and A Christmas Carol, you’ll learn how to craft a positive character arc your readers will love!

Plus, I’ve got a handy PDF guide to help you visualize story structure and character arcs—it’s free to download!

Stick around for a sneak peek at what’s coming next: a deep dive into negative character arcs and an inspiring chat with romance writer Trisha Jenn Loehr about crafting romances.

Episode Breakdown:
00:00 Let’s Talk Positive Character Arcs
00:15 Welcome to the Write it Scared Podcast
01:33 Balancing Craft and Mindset
02:02 The Truth About Time Management (Inspired by 4,000 Weeks)
08:26 Breaking Down Positive Character Arcs
10:55 Growth Arcs: What They Are and How to Write Them
14:25 Redemption Arcs: Creating Powerful Transformations
16:46 Structuring Positive Character Arcs Step-by-Step
22:54 Recap + Free Resources for Your Writing Journey
24:36 What’s Coming Next: Negative Arcs and a Romantic Twist

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