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<description>&lt;p class="paragraph" style="vertical-align: baseline;"&gt;&lt;span class= "normaltextrun"&gt;&lt;span style= "color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"&gt;Welcome to another episode of the Spun Today Podcast, where writing is our anchor, but our explorations are limitless. I'm your host, Tony Ortiz, and I’m thrilled to have you here for our 279th episode, a free writing session that's as much about personal discovery as it is about crafting prose. This week, we dive deep into the art of free writing, a technique I champion for its cathartic and exploratory benefits.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="paragraph" style="vertical-align: baseline;"&gt;&lt;span class= "normaltextrun"&gt;&lt;span style= "color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"&gt;I’ll also share some personal writing updates and a compelling writing tip from the iconic minds of Tim Ferriss and Ryan Holiday, offering insights into the freeing practice of journaling. Then we're delving into Charlie Munger's timeless wisdom from "Poor Charlie's Almanac," exploring how his principles can illuminate your path toward mastering your craft or any creative venture. Lastly, I'll open the time capsule and reflect on one of my past free writing pieces, discussing the journey of navigating emotions with intent.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p class="paragraph" style="vertical-align: baseline;"&gt;&lt;span class= "normaltextrun"&gt;&lt;span style= "color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"&gt;You'll find inspiration and practical advice to fuel your creative process and perhaps a nudge past your own hurdles in writing or any imaginative pursuit. 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Spun Today with Tony Ortiz

Tony Ortiz

#279 - Charlie Munger's Wisdom and Writing Tips for Aspiring Creatives (Free Writing Session)

FEB 5, 202536 MIN
Spun Today with Tony Ortiz

#279 - Charlie Munger's Wisdom and Writing Tips for Aspiring Creatives (Free Writing Session)

FEB 5, 202536 MIN

Description

Welcome to another episode of the Spun Today Podcast, where writing is our anchor, but our explorations are limitless. I'm your host, Tony Ortiz, and I’m thrilled to have you here for our 279th episode, a free writing session that's as much about personal discovery as it is about crafting prose. This week, we dive deep into the art of free writing, a technique I champion for its cathartic and exploratory benefits.

I’ll also share some personal writing updates and a compelling writing tip from the iconic minds of Tim Ferriss and Ryan Holiday, offering insights into the freeing practice of journaling. Then we're delving into Charlie Munger's timeless wisdom from "Poor Charlie's Almanac," exploring how his principles can illuminate your path toward mastering your craft or any creative venture. Lastly, I'll open the time capsule and reflect on one of my past free writing pieces, discussing the journey of navigating emotions with intent.

You'll find inspiration and practical advice to fuel your creative process and perhaps a nudge past your own hurdles in writing or any imaginative pursuit. Thank you for tuning in, and let’s get started!

 

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Writing advice from the Daily Stoic Newsletter: https://dailystoic.com/all-articles/

 

 

Poor Charlie’s Almanack: The Essential Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munge

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The Best of Charlie Munger | Most Funny Moments https://youtu.be/gHLA64sh4WE?si=5tvDSAr4T9doEboq

 

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Background Music: Autumn 2011 - Loxbeats

 

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