Fun Friday: Don't Quit

Fun Friday: Never Apologize

NaNoWriMo: Picasso Note — Inspiration Works

Creativity is a muscle: keep it fit and you'll be able to win The Hunger Games. Or survive NaNoWriMo. Whichever comes first.

Wise Words: Looking Back, Looking Forward

Take a step. Just one, today. A small one: pick up the pen, walk around the block, open the book.

The next step will be easier.

I promise.

Wise Words: You Are Too Smart

Whatever it is, you can do it.

The only thing standing between you and success is — well, nothing. Really. Maybe a little time and effort, but that's it.

Learn a new language, start walking, eat better, read more: whatever it is, you can do it. Starting now.

Fitness Friday: Don't Let the Couch Win

Some days, it's all you can do to lace up your sneakers.

You'll never be like those marathoners, you may tell yourself, not even like those bicyclists commuting to work. And those weightlifters at the gym? Riiiight.

Who cares? Remember the chant of Camp North Star — it just doesn't matter — and keep this in mind:

What are you waiting for?

Inspiration to Just Do It

Well, you did.

So just do it. This weekend is a perfect time to start. Just do it.

Running Inspiration: Steal This!

I may not run fast enough, but I'll run far!

Courtesy of Jack Rabbit Sports.