#046: Learning how to write with Oliver Phisher

Summary: For show notes and links: neuralle.com/podcast  Oliver Phisher (@OPhisher) aka Michael Crinall, is an author, and good friend of mine currently residing in the beautiful city of Belfast. From the early stages of our friendship, I had always known that Oliver, with his introspectiveness, was going to be a writer in some form. His experience of toiling away in self-publishing is invaluable to any wannabe author and novice writer out there, who struggles to make movement on their writing project. There are many parallels with self-development and writing, because so much of what you achieve is ultimately dependent on what you set your mind to and complete. To be a writer is the ultimate form of ownership of your life. Oliver is an incredible friend, who will always challenge me on a belief, viewpoint or process in my life. I hope this episode underlines how valuable that can be to your own life. Topics we discussed: Where the moniker Oliver Phisher came from Anthropomorphic Animals his earliest childhood memory Why he’s focused on self-improvement Combatting the futility of life Dealing with dark periods in life Stoicism What he aims for with his writing What is “The Plain White Room” about? Being self-aware and emotionally intelligent How “The Plain White Room” is important to him What he’s learned about the publishing industry The main thing that aspiring authors miss Tips for first-time writers learning from respected authors Enjoy the episode, Jordan Lauren