The Write Habit
Hosted by Dr. Nicole Janz, an internationally recognised writing coach and creative mindset mentor.
This podcast is for writers ready to transform their creative lives—whether you’re an academic, an author, or someone journaling to heal and grow.
Discover how to use writing not just to get published, but to change your life.
Learn to heal creative blocks, quiet your inner critic, and build a sustainable writing practice that aligns with your values.
Through guided meditations, mindset shifts, and proven tools, this is your sanctuary for writing with purpose, confidence, and joy.
For more: www.nicolejanz.com
Episodes
18 episodes
How to Make Money with Writing: 5 Business Lessons from My Journey
Can you really make money as a writer?Yes—and it can be aligned, joyful, and deeply fulfilling.In this episode of The Write Habit Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on how I built my writing business from scra...
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The Golden Ticket to a Productive Writing Week
Feeling overwhelmed by all the writing tasks on your plate? In this episode of The Write Habit Podcast, I share a simple but effective approach to planning your writing week.Discover how to:Shift from chaos to clarit...
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The Three Hat Method: A Simple Fix for Writing Paralysis
Have you ever sat down to write and felt completely overwhelmed—unsure where to start or what to focus on?That’s where the Three Hat Method comes in. It helps you get clear before every writing session: Are ...
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5 Life-Changing Lessons from Automatic Writing I Wish I’d Learned Sooner
In this episode, I’m sharing the 5 most life-changing lessons I’ve learned through automatic writing—insights I wish I’d had years ago. This episode is a glimpse into what’s possible when you stop forcing clarity and instead, let wi...
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The Deepest Answers Lie Within: Unlock Your Creativity with Automatic Writing
Your mind plans. Your soul knows.Automatic writing is more than journaling—it’s a doorway to your subconscious, a way to tap into deep creativity, clarity, and inner wisdom. For years, I kept this practice to myself. Now, I’m...
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16:48
Feeling Overwhelmed? How to Trust the Path Ahead and Keep Writing
Ever feel like you’re stepping into the unknown—whether in writing or in life? It's uncomfortable, isn't it... But you’re not alone.As writers and creatives, we often have to navigate the 'fog', moving forward even when the d...
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I Went on a Writing Retreat to Hit 5,000 Words—But What I Found Was Even More Valuable
Have you ever felt stuck at your desk, staring at the same words, waiting for clarity that never comes? In this Write Walk episode, I invite you to join me at the beautiful gardens of Madingley Hall—a place that’s been a sanctuary for ...
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16 Minute Meditation for Writers: Release the Inner Critic and Find Creative Flow
Feeling stuck in your writing? In this guided meditation and visualisation, you’ll step into your creative sanctuary and meet the part of you that’s holding back—whether it’s doubt, fear, or your inner critic.Through deep relaxation and ...
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From Burnout to Healing: How Writing and Community Saved Me
Have you ever felt like you’re juggling too much—your job, family, and creative aspirations—and it’s all falling apart? In this deeply personal episode, I share a snippet from my interview on the Academic Misfits Podcast with Luna M...
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The Psychology of Deadline Addiction—Why We Get Hooked and How to Break Free
Do you only write when there’s a deadline looming? Do you procrastinate until the last minute, relying on pressure to get words on the page—only to feel exhausted afterward?In this episode, I dive into the psychology of deadline a...
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15:24
Facing Fear and Finding Calm in Your Writing
Are you avoiding a piece of writing because it feels emotionally overwhelming or tied to something deeply personal? In this episode which is another Write Walk, I take you on a reflective journey through my garden—a safe, groun...
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7:10
6 Minute Meditation for Writers: Find Peace in a Healing Forest
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your creativity? In this special guided meditation and visualisation, I’ll take you on a calming journey to a serene forest.We will enter healing space where you can release stress, reset...
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6:12
Why Writing Deadlines Hold You Back—and How to Take Control
Are you stuck waiting for external deadlines to push you into writing mode?While external deadlines can provide a short-term boost, they often backfire—leaving you dependent, stressed, and struggling when there’s no deadline in si...
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3 Steps to Set Writing Goals That Actually Inspire You in 2025
Do your writing goals for 2025 feel overwhelming, scattered, or misaligned with what truly matters? In this Coaches Corner episode of The Write Habit Podcast, I’ll share three powerful principles to help you reset your approac...
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7:56
Break Free from Overwhelm: 6 Minutes to Shift Your Writing Mindset
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your writing goals or stuck in the cycle of comparison? Welcome to The Write Walk - an immersive journey to spark mindset shifts for more productive writing habits in 2025.In this 6-minute ...
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8 Minute Meditation for Writers: Start the New Year with Clarity and Purpose
This episode takes a different approach to building a productive writing habit for 2025. Instead of focusing on surface-level hacks, we’re diving deeper into the creative process through a guided meditation and visualisation.You’ll conne...
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Trailer
Feeling like you’re doing it all wrong?Welcome to The Write Habit Podcast—your sanctuary for getting writing done without stress or overwhelm. Forget the typical hacks; we’re going deeper to uncover what’s really holding you back....
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End-of-Year Quiet Journaling Session (30min) with Dr Nicole Janz
Are you struggling to make time and space to reflect on your 2024 writing journey? In this first episode, we’re not just journaling—we’re creating a deeper connection with ourselves as writers.Click "play" and join me for 30 quiet minut...
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