Joy Is The Most Important Element of Success || BEST SELF-PUBLISHING ADVICE Tip #8

We’ve made it to the final, and most important, tip of my Top 8 Lessons Learned over 8 Years of Self publishing. Tip #8: Focus on Joy.

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Heart Breathings - Episode 70
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About Me: My name is Sarra Cannon, and I've been indie publishing since 2010. In that time, I have published 25 books and sold well over half a million copies.

I've made some mistakes along the way, but I've also learned some valuable lessons that I think will help you reach your goals. I can't wait to help you learn to make money writing what you love.

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[HeartBreathings]

Thank you for sticking around for all 8 lessons! This is by far the most important lesson I've learned over the past 8 years. Nothing else matters if you aren't focusing on your own joy and happiness along the way. It truly is all about the journey! Comment below and let me know what you've thought of this 8 part series!

[ThriveAfterAbuse]

You are so spot on about being in the moment and keeping joy in the process. ...I recently watched a video from a talk Stephen King gave several years ago. One thing he said that really resonated with me is that he was talking about his drug addiction and because he was high he missed the process of his book “Cujo” unfolding and coming together. When he said that I realized that while I’m passionate about my genre/topic, I’ve never enjoyed writing a book. Writing for me had always been about publishing, deadlines, self-doubt, frustration, and tremendous amounts of stress. I made the decision to focus on enjoying the process because this is our life, and it is time well-spent to enjoy the process.

I wish you all the happiness and living in the moment as possible in 2019. 🙌❤️🌻

[Dragons_Novel]

Joy is the main reason I write. You have reaffirmed that I'm on the right path. Thank you.

[BitterBucolic]

This is such an important lesson. It's all about perspective. Focusing on the negatives, that you don't have control over, truly drains your energy; energy which could have been directed towards the things you can affect positively every day. Sarra, you really are an inspiration. Thank you so much for starting this channel. It's rare to find such a down to earth, honest, and good-hearted person, who also happens to provide insightful content in a humble way. The world needs more people like you. I wish you all the best in life <3

[SarahMJordan]

You necklace is gorgeous! Thanks for the amazing advice and the reminder to always stay balanced.

[morningmayan]

Well done. It's so true. Money, nor success makes people happy. However, peace daily - yes:)

[suecathcart]

I watched this and gained a lot from it - I am not a writer and didn't notice the rest of the video's title (doh) BUT it relates to anything in life so thank you

[mslgaisie]

A master's degree in Opera!!! Wow! I'd love to hear you sing on one of your encouraging videos...I love opera, and I love your videos!!!

[maramiller]

I’m not fully finished watching this yet...but I have to say this was inspirational. It depressed the hell out of me last month when I had to put off writing as much as I was trying to so I could work in a call center. That, on top of school, was really damn hard. And it still is, don’t get me wrong. But I should be proud of myself—I’m pulling straight A’s in in my MFA program, one of my friends is going to help me market, and the last book in my first series is getting worked on. I definitely needed this.

[phoenixmarie]

I love your videos. So practical and helpful. Thank you for sharing such valuable content. Having a career that you love cannot be measured in just money. At the same time, limitless possibilities.

[isadorafelix]

I literally teared up with this video. Thank you very much

[RuthAnnNordin]

I know exactly what you're talking about because I was there for the past two years. I'm just now finding my joy again. It's a process to dig your way out of the burnout phase, but it's worth the effort to work on the positive mindset.

[gnpwdr]

Amen! I'm so glad I found your channel! ❤️

[SharonEBuck]

Outstanding video and a great reminder of what's really important :-)

[gabriellacontreras]

I really enjoy learning from you, and thank you for sharing! 💖🙏 I can't wait for the boot camp you will be doing! 😊

[Priscilla_Bettis]

You can SING, too? You're multitalented! Another great video, thank you!

[alisonf.haring]

I've loved this series of videos :) Your tips are so valuable, thank you for sharing this with us!

[LeeAnnSharpe]

Enjoyed all of them! Thank you for your videos.

[teresabeasley]

This was a wonderful series and very helpful.

[manifestingmagic]

Wow! I’m a former teacher and school counselor and you are telling the truth! Now I’m a mental health therapist at my own practice and I’m so thankful for peace and positive thinking!