Bird by Bird

It's interesting to think about the disciplines that can be improved by using the strategies an author would use to write. Lamott stresses the importance of creating a routine that encourages creativity. A time when we get used to tapping into that side of our brains. This sort of routine can also add structure in fields like photography, writing, art, music, etc... that may not have it inherently and may attract practitioners who don't come by it naturally. 

Her small picture frame and bird by bird strategy would be very helpful in my own work. It's so easy to become discouraged by taking on the big picture. Setting up reminders to allow us to look at a smaller part of it can help us along when we feel stuck and overwhelmed.