I have some great news! I just published a new edition of my book *Writing as a Tool*, now available on Amazon.

To celebrate, I'd like to share one of my favorite writing tools. I call it "The Mind-Clearing Tool."

Step 1

Start by writing:

I feel [write down the emotion you're feeling] because…

Step 2

Write down all the reasons that come to mind for why you feel that way.

Step 3

Ask yourself:

How can I get through these situations or solve these problems?

Step 4

Ask yourself:

What can I do right now?

Why does this tool work?

Sometimes, simply organizing your thoughts and creating a plan helps reduce mental clutter and brings a sense of calm.

I hope this tool helps you.

Best regards,

Ana Maria De la Guardia