In this episode, C.J. shares how a simple routine became a sustaining creative force in his life, why giving himself permission to complain was an early breakthrough, and how journaling helps him clear his head at the end of each day. We also talk about the value of keeping things unstructured and where he sees journaling evolving next.
Read C.J.’s Streak Story interview.
About C.J. Chilvers
C.J. Chilvers is an author, longtime newsletter publisher, and Senior Content Strategist at StudioNorth. For more than two decades, he’s shared useful ideas on creativity, publishing, and technology through his popular newsletter. He’s the author of Principles for Newsletters, which shares his insights from 37 years of working in newsletter publishing. He lives outside Chicago with his wife and son.
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