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Have you had days where you felt like you accomplished nothing? Do you stress thinking about the future, where you want to be & the work it'll take to get there? Are you anxious to get to the finish line aka reach your dreams or goals and neglect enjoying the process of the day to day grind because of it? Today I want to talk about the importance of focusing on winning the day in front of us. When I stopped wasting energy thinking about the future constantly, I was able to enjoy the day to day process and find gratitude in it. By creating a daily to-do list of items to complete, I am able to focus on what I can control today which helps me win my day.   Three principles to winning your day : (1) Creating Your List allows you to be accountable on what you can accomplish in the day ahead. By doing that, we spend less time thinking about the future and instead focus on the present moment. (2) Make adjustments in your list when necessary. Priorities will change on a daily basis and we need to readjust accordingly. (3) Be realistic in expectations for the day ahead and set yourself up for success. There is only so much you can do within 24hrs, don't create a to-do list that is impossible to accomplish.   Challenge for the listeners Take 10 minutes sometime in the next 24hrs to create your list. Start with a few items and when you're ready, add to it. See how this changes your focus from the big picture of where you want to go and instead focuses on what's in front of you today. Give the list a try and hit my DM letting me know how it's helped you! Questions from The Bearded Man Community (The BMC) Austin Cole : Being okay with your productive hours. Personally a morning person.   Got a topic / question you want me to cover? Hit me UP on IG @Bobbbaaaay Support this podcast by donating $ via Venmo : @Bobbbaaaay Sign up for my new Weekly Bearded Wisdom Newsletter! You wanna help blow this podcast up? GREAT! Here's how: Leave a 5 star review on the podcast app with your hot take of the show Share out the episode on your IG story tagging me @Bobbbaaaay —- Follow The Bearded Man! Instagram : @Bobbbaaaay YouTube : @BobbyHobert Twitter : @Bobbbaaaay Website : ItsTheBeardedMan.com

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Today's special issue is actually from a clarity call with my client Camille, who graciously agreed to share this audio session so that you can get my take on how you can structure your day as an entrepreneur, balance your babies and business, figure out the right offers to create as a new business owner, power through delays and everyday distractions and so much more.

Sumiyo Hori joins the show today to share the pretty unusual experiences over the past 96 years she has been on this planet. Sumiyo is a former operator at Bell Canada, a resident of the Japanese Canadian Internment Camps in World War II, and also happens to be Lisa’s Great Aunt. She talks about her schooling both in Japan and Canada, the discrimination she faced in the time of the war and even after, how she made the decision to live and work in Toronto, her love of travel, and why she spent her 80th birthday jumping out a plane. Bell Canada Join the 5 -Day Create 2020 Challenge JOIN HERE Follow Lisa  LisaBL.com @lisabl On Instagram @lisabl On Twitter @lisabl On LinkedIn ARTFUL AGING on Facebook Super U Resources: Super Power U Facebook PageSubscribe and Review to the Super Power U Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play

This topic is a very special one in that we've all had those days where it got off to a bad start, and we've also all had those days that started off great. Have you ever noticed that usual our morning defines the rest of our day? Like the old saying "waking up on the wrong side of the bed" its up to us to master our day, rather than letting the conditions dictate our mood. We all deserve a little more control in our emotional lives, Anthony is here to help us with some wonderful wisdom. The Power Purpose & Passion podcast with Anthony Cheam is all about taking your life to the next level. Anthony covers every topic between energy, health & fitness to productivity, fulfillment, and happiness. If you're looking to become your greatest version then Anthony is here to guide you to the next level. To your continued evolution, live it up with POWER, PURPOSE & PASSION! www.AnthonyCheam.com www.Facebook.com/AnthonyCheamLIVE Instragram | Twitter | Snapchat @ANTHONYCHEAM www.YouTube.com/AnthonyCheam

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Today there are 3Marines! Kevin Armentrout joins the 2Marines to talk about the importance of mental conditioning. They refer often to Kevin's book, "Relentless State of Mind" to address some of the most misconstrued reasons as to why you may be having trouble accomplishing your mission. Mission of the Day: Create the "Three Ex's" in your morning routine. (EXercise, EXperience, and EXcitement) DON'T FORGET! IF YOU LIKE WHAT YOU HEAR, PLEASE TELL A FRIEND AND SUBSCRIBE!! WE ALSO WANT TO GET TO KNOW YOU!! (send us messages!!) HOW TO FIND KEVIN: KevinArmentrout.com Instagram @Kevin_Armentrout HOW TO FIND THE 2MARINES: Instagram: @2Marines1Mic (Podcast) @WadeWaddick (Wade) @WhyDoYouPhilMeUp (Phil)

Whenever the topic of a disease breaks into the news cycle I freak out a bit. I do not want Zika and as a father, I get more worried for my son. It freaks me out. What is this new strain, am I at risk. Is my FAMILY at risk.  Truth is I do not know, that is what makes fictional viruses so pervasive and powerful in storytelling. Join Michael and me in this episode as we talk about why contagions and epidemics can take your story to the next level. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com Podcast Show Flow What is good about using plague and pandemics in fiction People are scared to death of the invisible threats Pandemic spreading tales made great fast-paced thriller which ends … If you want a theme about the overreach of man, nothing says overreach like… What do you need to know? The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a plague natural, magical, or man-made and war game out what would happen The Real World task for the day Get a crash course play Plague, inc on your phone Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes )))))))))))))))))))))))))   http://gardul.com/blog/episode-224-a-plague-this-way-comes/ ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-224-a-plague-this-way-comes/ ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram

Just stop waiting for a great day, please! It's time to create them and not just one day - EVERY DAY! I want you to understand - there won't be a perfect day for you... You are simply losing your TIME! Plug your headset and listen to this roughly 14 mins and learn why creating perfect days is the best thing you can do and not procrastinate in waiting for that great day!

Today's Topic Really, what is a monster? Is a wolf a monster or just a dangerous animal in your fiction? In today's episode, Michael and I are going to look at what makes a monster. So listen now and figure out what you need to know about the monsters you create to scare the people interacting with your world.  Listen NOW and start manifesting your monsters to get the most scream for each word! Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com Podcast Show Flow Do you have a guiding use for what you consider a monster, vs a creature vs a bad person? Is there a difference? Does it change overtime What is the difference being there a difference? Are they real? Where are they and how common? What motivates them? Are they unnatural? In Gardul monsters are things that have little understanding The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create more monsters    The Real World task for the day   Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Episode 73: Types of Animals … Looking for inspiration for Monsters and Fantasy Races Episode 79: Ant Zombie Over Lords Episode 96: Something Not So Nice This Way Comes Episode 212 Let’s Build a Fusellbüt Jaws Clash of the Titans (1981) The boy Brotherhood of the Wolf Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes )))))))))))))))))))))))))   http://gardul.com/blog/episode-221-what-do-you-call-a-monster/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) Episode 73: Types of Animals … Looking for inspiration for Monsters and Fantasy Races http://gardul.com/blog/episode-73-types-of-animals-looking-for-inspiration-for-monsters-and-fantasy-races/ Episode 79: Ant Zombie Over Lords http://gardul.com/blog/episode-79-ant-zombie-over-lords/ Episode 96: Something Not So Nice This Way Comes http://gardul.com/blog/episode-96-something-not-so-nice-this-way-comes/ Episode 212 Let’s Build a Fusellbüt http://gardul.com/blog/episode-212-lets-build-fusellbut/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Affiliate Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) Jaws https://amzn.to/2uIP16G Clash of the Titans (1981) https://amzn.to/2IvzU2n The boy https://amzn.to/2q58RDC Brotherhood of the Wolf G:My DriveGardulWorldbuilders Anvilepisodes4 - April221Brotherhood of the Wolf

Today's Topic How to share the details of your world without boring people to death If you have ever gone to the Gardul.com and checked out my world tab. You would have noticed, it is very vague. I talk more about the story of my world-building than I talk about my world. It is deliberate. I want to share my world out slowly. It is massive, and to be honest. Most of it has never been made digital.  Listen to the episode to learn why, and a workaround I have come up with to share more. It might inspire you on how you can share more of your world with others as well! Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com I have had lots of requests to share more details about my world. We are not talking about player guides that was in episode 152 Dangers of sharing your world outside of creating works and hesitations What I think you should consider How I plan to overcome my dangers and hesitations I am climbing on the backs of giants  The Gazetteer Writer's Manual: Creating Travel Guides to Fictional Worlds (World Building Series) Deborah Teramis Christian aka Deborah Christian aka Terry Randall Bruce Heard The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a plan on how you would share your world The Real-world Task for the Day Go buy and read The Gazetteer Writer's Manual: Creating Travel Guides to Fictional Worlds (World Building Series) only in kindle Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Episode 152 What Is Needed For A Player’s Guide? http://gardul.com/blog/episode-152-needed-player-guide/ The Gazetteer Writer's Manual: Creating Travel Guides to Fictional Worlds (World Building Series) Deborah Teramis Christian aka Deborah Christian aka Terry Randall Bruce Heard Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/?p=2310&preview=true ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) Episode 152 What Is Needed For A Player’s Guide? http://gardul.com/blog/episode-152-needed-player-guide/ ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Affiliate Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) The Gazetteer Writer's Manual: Creating Travel Guides to Fictional Worlds (World Building Series) http://amzn.to/2tNsNQp Deborah Teramis Christian http://amzn.to/2FGy4eb aka Deborah Christian http://amzn.to/2FIbHVA aka Terry Randall https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005C38X40 Bruce Heard http://amzn.to/2tUT6EH

Back to the study of archetypes that can be stored in your storytelling and worldbuilding toolbox. The Everyman character is unique in the fact that this pattern is not meant to be exceptional. Listen to Michael and I as we talk the everyman character archetype and how you can use it in your Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com What are character archetypes What is the Everyman Nothing special about the character Does not gain what is needed to solve the problems An empty character that the audience can fill in the voids Variations of Archetype The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a doomsayer The Real-world Task for the Day Look through your character, share examples of prophesiers in the Facebook group Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Jungian archetypes Tarot Archetypes of the Major Arcana  Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-217-classic-character-archetypes-everyman/ ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) The prophesiers, doomsayers, and soothsayers http://gardul.com/blog/episode-208-classic-character-archetypes-prophesiers-doomsayers-soothsayers/ Jungian archetypes https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Jungian_archetypes Tarot Archetypes of the Major Arcana https://www.llewellyn.com/journal/article/1951   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram

Today's Topic Every Hero needs someone to guide them on their journey Michael and I often have many great ideas on shows.  We talk about having the episode and then we forget.  Thanks to Amanda for reminding us that we need to create an aquatic race. Listen to this episode if you need direction or want to listen to our newest race. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create an aquatic race The Real-world Task for the Day Research some real underwater critters BBC Blue Planet   Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show   Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-215-lets-build-aquatic-race/ ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links )))))))))))))))))))))))))     ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Affiliate Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) BBC Blue Planet http://amzn.to/2HCVd2w

Today's Topic A New Fantasy Monster the Fusellbüt Michael and I always love making things up.  So I started calling my newborn son a Fusellbüt. My wife looked at me and asked. "What is a Fusellbüt?" Pausing studying the confusion on my face until she noticed that some of the confusion was about her question and not all about a new dad surviving his new baby she continued, "Fusellbüt, it sounds like something from your world." And at that moment this episode was born. Join Michael and I as we create a new fantasy monster for Gardul, the Fusellbüt.   Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a character scene with a Fusellbüt   The Real-world Task for the Day Share your scene in the undercroft and read What does your monster want by Randy Ellefson Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-212-lets-build-fusellbut/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links )))))))))))))))))))))))))   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram

Today's Topic Placing characters out of water This episode was inspired to help show worldbuilder’s there are tactical choices that can be made to help remove or reduce infodumps in their stories.  I love my world! And I understand the desire to share as much as possible.  I feel the pressure of my world trying to force it way out of my fingers.  However, it can feel forced or worse yet, fake! So what we are proposing is find a way to work in a “fish out of water” character to accomplish sharing the world without large infodumps. Join Michael and I in this episode as we discuss what a “fish out of water” character and different ways it can be deployed! Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a fish out of water character The Real-world Task for the Day Think of times you have been a fish out of water   Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Big Apocalypse McFly Bright Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-211-worldbuilders-best-friend-fish-water/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) Bright - https://www.netflix.com/title/80119234   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Affiliate Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) Big - http://amzn.to/2CFvt6F Apocalypse - https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=apocalypse+fiction McFly - http://amzn.to/2lWRv9M

Today's Topic Every Hero needs someone to guide them on their journey  Michael and I have been talking about starting an ongoing series about character archetypes. We understand the importance of creating characters that have patterns that will be easily identifiable by readers and players alike. It helps them step into a new world in comfort. It saves their imagination for envisioning your world. And we figured, why not start with a little DOOM! Join us as we look at one of the most important and fun archetypes from the prophesiers, doomsayers, and soothsayers. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a doomsayer The Real-world Task for the Day Look through your character, share examples of prophesiers in the Facebook group Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Jungian archetypes Tarot Archetypes of the Major Arcana  Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-208-classic-character-archetypes-prophesiers-doomsayers-soothsayers/ ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) Jungian archetypes https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:Jungian_archetypes Tarot Archetypes of the Major Arcana https://www.llewellyn.com/journal/article/1951   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram

Today's Topic 5 steps to create great characters great characters I spend lots of time talking to people about the act of character creation. I think it is the purest and most important step of great worldbuilding. I was shocked at how many overly complicated systems I saw to create characters. Now, I do believe that you should spend some time developing essential characters for your fiction.  However, what you need to look at is very simple. Join Michael and I as we look at the 5 steps to great characters.  Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a new character follow our advice The Real-world Task for the Day Create a character based on you  Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-206-5-steps-great-characters/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links )))))))))))))))))))))))))   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram

Today's Topic What we love about characters on the edge There are so many wonderful character types that have been developed over the last 5,400 years of literature. Characters living on the edge is one of our favorites In this episode Michael and I will be looking at these characters on the edge, some are almost villains and others are just over the line and considered villains. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com  The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a new character living on the edge The Real-world Task for the Day Still waiting to get started, Join the undercroft start rolling next year and watch Europa Europa Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Europa Europa Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-205-characters-living-edge/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links )))))))))))))))))))))))))   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Affiliate Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) Europa Europa http://amzn.to/2ByirGI

Today's Topic Holidays give us more Rocket War Days! Have you thought about the how the holidays are celebrated in your fantasy world? If not this is the episode for you. Michael and Jeffery look at the real-world holidays to find some original inspiration for our fictional holiday. And have solid Wija day! Or as they say this time of the year. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a winter solstice holiday for your world The Real-world Task for the Day Have Ritual for Wija to bring back the plants and creatures and enjoy your Rouketopolemos next year Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Episode 67: Baurhdrakkeim Calendars 7 of the World’s Most Dangerous Festivals 7 Winter Solstice Celebrations From Around the World Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-204-creating-holidays-fantasy-cultures/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) Episode 67: Baurhdrakkeim Calendars http://gardul.com/blog/episode-67-baurhdrakkiem-calanders/   7 of the World’s Most Dangerous Festivals https://www.britannica.com/list/7-of-the-worlds-most-dangerous-festivals 7 Winter Solstice Celebrations From Around the World https://www.britannica.com/list/7-winter-solstice-celebrations   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram

Today's Topic Creating a fantasy story from a world So I was looking for a crypt to have Michael break into to help gather what is needed to pull off the heist for the jewels of Daivvavaahra. Crypts are classic fantasy fair, It is a great reason to go down into the dungeon.  However, This is meant to be a minor piece of a heist story, not a focus.  I also wanted some element in my world to be influenced by Montjuic Cemetery in Barcelona. It goes up into the cliffs, not down into the earth. There are major differences. However, the stacked elements of the cemetery are what inspired my version on Gardul. Join Michael and I as we create a crypt. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com Podcast Show Flow Create a bony crypt that is dangerous and leads to action The overview Up not down Risk of being seen as you climb A stone building faceted at the base that leads to the Prince's tombs (No Kings and heavily guarded.) Dug in crypts above in a cliff face A series of paths and climbing will be needed to ascend the path. Guards will kill thieves, they are rather inattentive. Want 5 risk points going in or out of the crept Crypt its self (Old Cwerin royal Tomb) First King used it Royals and nobles preferred burning until the last 100 years Most tombs are filled in holes in cliff 3 chambers open to the cliff side. Light on the exquisite will show the throne. A few old royal Cwerin tombs exist This one has a throne room Bones are on a throne Trap above the throne Chamber one Lots of block script (Cwerin words) Twice the size of the hall 6 x 4 X 8 no door cliffside Very overgrown with vines Exits into short hall Halls are 3 wide and 5 foot high Chamber 2 Ceiling lower Cwerin Carvings Think Celtic knotting Square is typically base shape 6 x 4 X 6 much Thrown rooms is picked clean, there are several sets of bones at the base of the throne. Some are shattered as if a heavyweight crushed down on them. 12 x 12 X 8 4 x4 X ??? hole is above the throne. Nothing can be seen in the hole, it is designed to hide a spiked very heavy cage.   Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a cool crypt and or Necropolis The Real-world Task for the Day Join our NaNoWriMo Support group The Undercroft's NaNoWriMo Support Group   Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Episode 187 Pathway to DOOM Episode 193 Marcus and the Jewels of Daivvavaahra, Part one Episode 194 Let’s Build a Fantasy Villain’s Lair Episode 199 Marcus and the Jewels of Daivvavaahra, Part 2 Help spread awareness of human trafficking donate to the Wayne Foundation Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-200-lets-build-crypt   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-187-pathway-doom/ http://gardul.com/blog/episode-193-marcus-and-the-jewels-of-daivvavaahra-part-one/ http://gardul.com/blog/episode-194-lets-build-a-fantasy-villains-lair/ http://gardul.com/blog/episode-199-marcus-jewels-daivvavaahra-part-2/ The Wayne Foundation http://waynefdn.org/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram

Shauna Shanks joins me for a special live edition of The Happy Hour - recorded in my backyard in the sweltering July heat for our Summer Book Club. Shauna is the author of our second book, A Fierce Love. She's also a wife, mother, and entrepreneur. Shauna and her husband, Micah, have been married for more than a decade, and they're currently building a house out of shipping containers with their three boys on an Ohio farm. A Fierce Love is Shauna's story of fighting for her marriage through her husband's infidelity. In our conversation, we chat about how her journal entries became the framework for her book and the processes through which she went to get her story published. Shauna also graciously answers some of the questions our book club members and I had about her story. She shares about how she and her husband are fighting for their marriage today and the sacrifices they're making to connect with each other. And finally, we chat all about their latest venture and what Shauna describes as marriage bootcamp - building a house out of shipping containers. She describes their house, but I thought a picture was the best way to go. Check out their awesome new digs. {You can listen to the showHERE. And of course, I would love if you would share with your friends. Just use the FB & Twitter links at the end of this post!} Links from the Show Shauna's Book: A Fierce Love She Speaks Conference How to Love Your Neighbor Without Being Weird by Amy Lively + The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom The Happy Hour #68: Jami Nato What Shauna is loving: leather leggings, 31 Day Create by Jenny Randle Happy Hour Summer Book Club Connect with Shauna Facebook // Instagram Connect with Jamie Facebook // Twitter // Instagram Sponsors Noonday Collection // Rover // Third Love

"We are shaped by our thoughts; we become what we think. When the mind is pure, joy follows like a shadow that never leaves." - Buddha Question of the Day: Is there a hierarchy between contentment, happiness and joy, or do you consider them all the same?  When was the last time you were filled with joy? Action of the Day: Create a plan for joy. This includes something that you can do within minutes that elicits joy and stops stress. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience.  The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes.  Of course that means more peace in the world.  So please let me know what you think.  I read ever one of them.

"My existence is my value" - Thom Walters Question of the Day: If you had no job and no money, what value would you bring to the world? Action of the Day: Create a list of 5 ways you are judged/valued and then rate how much time and/or stress you spend trying to keep that score high. THANKS FOR LISTENING! Thanks again for listening to the show! If it has helped you in any way, please share it using the social media buttons you see on the page. Also, reviews for the podcast on iTunes are extremely helpful, they help it reach a wider audience.  The more positive reviews the higher in the rankings it goes.  Of course that means more peace in the world.  So please let me know what you think.  I read ever one of them.

Today's Topic Create a new Pantheons in fantasy fiction Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com   The bigger benefit for me was increased focus.  It was another major issue of mine.  However, that is a story for a different day. Get the stories and hear the tips in this episode of the Worldbuilder’s Anvil Podcast Listen to Michael and I as we go into this critical topic. Podcast Show Flow Not just for polytheism Chief god or God Major gods or archangels Minor god / Angels or Major Saint Demigods / Guardian Angel or Saints Evil minor gods / Demons Evil major gods / Devil of the Seven Deadly sins (Peter Binsfeld 1589 Lucifer: pride, Mammon: greed, Asmodeus: lust, Leviathan: envy, Beelzebub: gluttony, Satan: wrath, Belphegor: sloth Cultural Evolution round up (Or substitute world) Explain the natural world Explain the sky Explain the traditions (How to be moral in the culture) Explain the good and bad in people Remember better times Explain the old Path to the afterlife Path to a better life Rituals are ways to appease or bribe gods Beware of the rabbit hole (Frame it!)   Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a hierarchical map of your main cultures deity The Real-world Task for the Day Check out the great courses on the Apocryphal Jesus   Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Free Daily Focus Planner Dream Catcher Assessment The Apocryphal Jesus The Apocryphal Jesus (Full Course) Christian angelology Classification of demons Worldbuilding: Fantasy Religion Design Guide   Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-178-how-to-worldbuild-a-fantasy-pantheon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) Free Daily Focus Planner: https://www.smallbizlife.com/focus Dream Catcher Assessment https://www.smallbizlife.com/dreambig http://amzn.to/2qEOqwy The Apocryphal Jesus http://www.thegreatcoursesdaily.com/apocryphal-jesus-2/ The Apocryphal Jesus https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christian_angelology Christian angelology   http://inkwellideas.com/worldbuilding/worldbuilding-religion-design/ Worldbuilding: Fantasy Religion Design Guide https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Classification_of_demons Classification of demons   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Affiliate Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) History of the World Part 1: http://amzn.to/2ssbuQf

Today's Topic Using Writing Prompts and Free Writing to practice and improve writing skills Have you ever had a great idea for a story or a novel., you sat down excited and filled with anticipation open up your app then placing your hand on the keyboard and freeze. I have.  It the worst type of writer’s block I suffer.  I write my story as it happens.  Once I get into the flow, I am off to the races until I pick it up again. Writer’s block begins the real problem Once I get stuck, I freeze then the voices of a fear kick in and stop me. You suck at writing. Stop wasting your time. However, the voices are wrong. I am not wasting my time.  If I want to achieve my dreams.. I need to write. I need to write every day.  It is part of the job of my dreams. Ignore the voices I wish I could say that it was easy to ignore the voices.  However, I have spent years listening.  I would close the writing program and click on steam or play on Facebook.  Possibly getting me depressed as I read thousands of political post from my republican or democratic friends and family. Freewriting and writing prompts stopped the voices of fear I learned if I ever wanted to improve my writing skills. I needed to write.  If I could not write what I planned, I would use free writing and writing prompts to write through the time I had.  I also found that once I started, the story would naturally pick up and start flowing again. So check out the episode where Michael and I explore writing prompts, story circles, and free writing. writing.Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com   Podcast Show Flow Writing Prompt What are the story circle and writing exercises? The Undercroft Story Circle Self-Generating prompts Free Writing Take you saddest memory and write a happy story about it. Start Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com   The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a culture that attack writer   The Real-world Task for the Day Join in the Story Circle   Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com   Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-158-breaking-writers-block   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-27-interview-dawn-metcalf/ https://www.smallbizlife.com/dreambig   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Affiliate Mentions links ))))))))))))))))))))))))) N/A

On today's show, Jess speaks with the wonderful and whimsical Kelli Rich. Known online as Forever and a Day Create, Kelly lives in Utah with her husband Quincey, and three sons: Radley, Greyson and Crew. A hairstylist by day, Kelli designs beautiful layouts for Coco Daisy and makes and sells adorable bow ties for kids. I love Kelli's use of white space and bright & bold pops of color on her pages. In this conversation, we discuss living with our memories, color choices and how she chooses between documenting in her planner vs. a mini book vs. a scrapbook page.

Episode 152 What Is Needed For A Player's Guide? Oh a shiny Today's Topic Episode 152 What Is Needed For A Player Guide? Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com Podcast Show Flow Important features And Beliefs History of the area Cultural Breakdown Cultural Norms Important Factions Common Traits Bonus is Languages Racial Breakdown Common traits Geography Religions Pantheon Important observations State Structure View on Neighbors Social Structure Types of common people Important People Food, Art, Architecture, music, and dress Beasts and mean shit Magic rules and parameters Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create your own Player Guide The Real-world Task for the Day Focus on learning one new thing a month Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com Links ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Visit Show notes )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/blog/episode-152-needed-player-guide   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Rate and Review us in iTunes )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/worldbuilders-anvil/id956705643?mt=2   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Like our Facebook Page ))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/GardulStories/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Join our Facebook Group ))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://www.facebook.com/groups/undercroft/   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Support us by using our Amazon Affiliate Link ))))))))))))))))))))) http://gardul.com/Amazon   ((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Jeff on Twitter  ))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) https://twitter.com/JefferyWIngram

Today's Topic – Why planning a story is important before NaNoWriMo So the plan matched the show flow, it was simple. I would go over abstractly what I look for in an outline to use for writing.  It would achieve my goal about talking about outlining.  It would help Michael prepare an outline for NaNoWriMo 2016. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunesFor complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com However, as you listen to the show you will learn that is not what we achieved in the episode. Michael and I had very different ideas of what outlining means.  And Also, He had really spent most of his initial planning focused on world building, not thinking about a story. The trap that does not kill us, makes us stronger. I think it ended up being a great example of a risk world builders fall into.  It is easy to confuse good world building with story planning.  You are thinking out scenarios that could happen in your world.  If you are like me, you are visualizing scenes of it playing out. Little stories that you might confuse with the story you are planning to tell in your new world.  The scenes are great.  However, we are still not planning the story. Now, if we are lucky we might be able to use some of those scenes in our head. But, they could be completely useless for the story we want to tell. We did not accomplish what we thought we were going to do.  However, it maybe became a better episode.  It shows that as writers, we can get ahead of ourselves. We should not be afraid to take a step back to ensure we are properly prepared.  And imagine if he started NaNoWriMo thinking the story was in his head.  Might he have sabotaged himself before he started? Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunesFor complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com Podcast Show Flow Go over the basics of what I look for in a story outline Cover Mission Statement for the story Create a story outline Flesh out story into chapters Define acts Add in additional chapters to balance out acts Add in characters need for each chapter Add in extras characters Add in location(s) for chapters Add in important prop(s) The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a story Outline! Okay let’s Brainstorm so we can start working on a story. The Real World task for the day Make sure you communicate with people to understand what is needed before you start, and do not Michael's Resources Episode 109 Organize your Fantasy Worldbuilding with 9 Tools Small Biz Life Podcast Episode 28 POST-IT NOTE BRAINSTORMING Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Images and quotes Please take a moment and comment below on this episode.  I look forward to hearing from you about your Fantasy Worldbuilding adventures Listen to Worldbuilder's Anvil in iTunes or use Podcast Republic for your android device.

Today's Topic – First Generation Naturalistic Fantasy World So, we have been asking ourselves lots of questions.  Enough Questions, It is time to start building.  We are also not looking to build just any type of world.  We want to build a naturalistic framework fantasy world. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunesFor complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com So the goal is not to lay out the world the way we like it. We want to set up the way we want our world to evolve. There are a few things we need to know when we are down. We need to know the major geography of the world. We need to know the temperature and rainfall patterns. We need to know where are early cultures and races exist. Things to keep in mind for making the first generation world The major things for climate are understanding the influence of the sun, ocean currents and air streams. We also need to know the coastline and mountains. This information will tell us where the rain goes and stops.  Where the rivers start and end.  We know all we need to understand the climate of our planet and where our starting cultures should go. So join Michael and We walk you through creating a first generation fantasy world. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunesFor complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com Podcast Show Flow Layout Coast Place your mountains Understand your sun and where it delivers the most heat Currents and winds Conveyor currents Wind Streams Surface currents Cyclone Areas Seasonal Variances Long-term variances Le Nino / La Nina Windward / Leeward side of the mountains Mountain Altitude Rivers and Lakes Vegetation Location of Proto-cultures and Races The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a first generation world The Real World task for the day Keep or start paying into your karmic bank for NaNoWriMo Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show

  Today's Topic – My success in NaNoWriMo starts with Time Management Most of my life, I have waste and an incredible amount of time on because of the excuse. I do not have enough time.  Heck, if you would have asked me a month ago. I would have told you that I have about 2 extra hours a week. Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunesFor complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com It is funny what you can learn about yourself in fifteen minutes.  For example, I really have about nineteen extra hours a week. It might not be the amount of hours that I want to dedicate to podcasting and writing.  However, It is lots more time than I thought. It really makes my part-time business a part-time job. Join Kristin and I as we look at Time budgets.  And after you listen to the episode, please join the newsletter and get a free excel Time Budget sheet at Gardul.com/NL Podcast Show Flow Most important tool What time feels like Time Budget Master Schedule, Calendar, and Next Actions The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create your own time budget for NaNoWriMo The Real World task for the day Start using a time budget to maximize your time to hustle Michael's Resources Dave Ramsey’s Money Budget Tool Episode 132 How do I write 50,000 words #NaNoWriMo when I work and have a life? Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Images and quotes   Please take a moment and comment below on this episode.  I look forward to hearing from you about your Fantasy Worldbuilding adventures Listen to Worldbuilder's Anvil in iTunes or use Podcast Republic for your android device.

Today's Topic – The Originality Trap And How To Avoid It! I have spent countless hours working on being original.  It was truly a concern.  I worried about my clothes, my music, my art, and my fantasy world.  I wanted everything to be original.    However, I like most people failed at the task. I read books people did not read. I played games that others made fun of.  I wore all black, just like most of my friends. I listened to metal, unlike all of the other people. I wish I could have learned the truth earlier. I was not original; I was just not mainstream.  However, I could not have been original.  At least not by my definition, I was merely an arrogant jerk who like to think less of people who I thought brought into the system. The End of originality And was I not only not original. I was an idiot. It took me well over twenty years to figure it out. I started to figure it out in 1999 when Stardust came out from Neal Gaiman.  Many of my players teased me when Neal had a city called Highwall.  How dare he! I had been using that name for a decade.  So, to proof my originally, I wrapped up that game and started a new game that took place in space.  I could force the players to fly away from my embarrassment of the City of Highwall.   In my fantasy world, Gardul. There were a few being called gods.  They gain power through belief.  So, I wanted to have them use the players to battle each other to gain power.  The older gods would try and seize the power away from the newer gods.  I was so proud of my story. During the early stages of the story, one of my friends commented how he loved this game. It was just like a book called, “American Gods.” I was insulted, I denied it and to prove my point I had them shoot and kill and themselves at a previous point in time. This created a paradox that destroyed the universe. A storyteller scorned Honestly, I was so agitated that I have never spoken to Neal again.  Of course, again might be a bit of a stretch since I had never had the fortune of meeting Mr. Gaiman.  However, the incident did teach me a lesson. No one can be completely original. Let’s Face it, even if a person could survive doing nothing that has never been done before, which is impossible. The had an origin from two other people.  What is originality? The truth is if I had thought about what it means to be original instead of worrying about what people perceived me to be. I could have saved a lot of time. Because the reality is as similar as all human beings are there are no two exact copies. The environment effects all of us differently. My exact taste in music, art, and entertainment is closely matched by my friends.  However, they are never exactly the same. And at a more fundamental way, we vary at a genetic level.  And thanks to a study about identical twins, by Geneticist Carl Bruder, he found even that there were subtle differences in them. http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/identical-twins-genes-are-not-identical/ However, the fact we are all individuals does not meet my need for being creative when I write. So, I decided to look up in the dictionary what it means to be originality and according to oxford I have two choices: “The ability to think independently and creatively” or “The quality of being novel or unusual.” First choice for the win! Now, I have, to be honest. The second choice stood out to me.  However, I had to dismiss because “novel or unusual” are too subjective. What is novel to me a white male who was born in Indiana and now lives in Connecticut might not be all that novel to an Assamese female from India.  And even if we do agree something is novel, there will be a troll on the internet that calls us both idiots.  So, that really leaves me with the ability to think independently and creatively. Now, I know what you are thinking. The troll will still call me an idiot because they are still objective terms.  And, you are right.  However, I think they can be used in non-subjective ways. So we will just pretend that I am correct. Now, I will wait for a few moments if you want to troll me in the comments. http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/us/definition/american_english/originality What is originality not? Now, Since I have spent years as an information technology analyst. I have to say what is out of scope.  What I do not mean by being original in my mind. First, writing about underrepresented peoples, cultures, or genders will not make a work original.  Even, if you think there should be more books written from different perspectives that will not in and of itself make it original. Even, if you hate political correctness and want to belittle the underrepresented characters, you are not original. Also, rewriting the nouns to other nouns.  If you call your rabbit a smeerp. Does not make it original. In fact, besides not be original as an author you will only create more work for yourself having to convey the sense that a smeerp is a rabbit. Frack, If you are going to go to all the effort to create a noun go all the way and create a new creature. Gorram, this one makes me mad. Do not be a tvtrope trope and do not waste your time. http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/CallARabbitASmeerp Now, you can be original even if you have a story about a smeerp hero that is underrepresented in western society.  However, It will be because of the smeerp or underrepresented character. It will be original because of the novel thought and creative style you add to the story. Being original will not turn your work into an instant classic So, we have figured out that it is possible to create something that is original.  However, it could be forgotten or even hated by people. Let’s be honest. There is a reason that TV, Movies, Video Games, and all creative content has formulas.  They sell, and the thing that makes a classic a classic is the fact that it keeps selling long after it is released.  Still don’t believe me.  How many comic book movies have you watched since the creation of the Extended Marvel Universe was created? If you are like me, you have no idea because you ran out of fingers and toes.  They are all a formula, and here it is. (Superhero * (2*Log(fun)) – (1 * the number of sequels) + plus a studio fee = Money from my wallet to be given to Disney. Now, only time will tell if any of those movies will end up being classic.  However, most of my friends would agree that the Matrix was a classic.  I agree, and I even like it the first time when I learned about Jesus in the bible.  Yes, the Matrix is a hack and slash job of the gospels of Jesus, and I argued with countless people that it was not original.  Now, I do believe original stories can become classics.  However, if you steal a story that is already a classic, you have a head start. Original is not always desired People love to identify with heroes and maidens. They judge fiction on what they believe or not.  It is a curse that if we share our works with people.  We usually want positive feedback.  I remember a friend telling me that he was playing in a sci-fi game that was based on silicon lifeforms.  He was attracted to it because it was not just another sci-fi game. The game master sold him on the original concept.  And my friend even agreed that after playing it that the game master succeeded at making the game original.  The only problem, he hated the game because he couldn’t connect with the characters or their struggles. I know this is an anecdote; I am not saying you cannot make it work. I am saying be careful what you ask for.  What are we trying to make original? Instead of trying to make everything in our world or story original.  We could focus on a comprise. We will add a laser gun to our super sword and sorcery adventure, and it might be enough to start a new property that Disney can by and make more movies over.  The Story attached to it?  Okay, I had to bring Star Wars in somehow.  Forget the snarkiness; we know we are trying to think independently and creatively. We can comprise to attract an audience. We can give them something to connect with while focusing our creative on our strengths. For me, I am creative with evolving cultures, countries, and characters.  However, I am not creative at new types of plants or farm creatures.  Heck, I cannot imagine a modern society without farms.  If you can create a modern society without farms, send me the link. I want to read it. But, really play to your strengths in world building, writing, and storytelling.  The combination of all your imagination should make you game or book feel original.  And isn’t that our ultimate goal. How to we make something original? Focus on working independently and creatively. There is no magic formula needed. If you feel that you do not have enough skill, then practice by doing the activity. Write stories and share them with people.  There are other writers or possible future fans that will want to help you. Take the constructive feedback and work to improve your skills. Working independently will come first.  Most people are already able to do that.  Creativity is more complicated than working independently.  However, people who read have an imagination.  Imagination is the pictures in your head that you see when you read a book.  Practice, play, and push your creativity, and it will grow. Why Do we want to make something original? Maybe you want to prove something.  Maybe to others or maybe to yourself. Maybe you think that being original will make you famous or better than other storytellers. Whatever you think, make sure that is your real goal. And do it for yourself.  Have fun doing it.  And do not waste your time obsession on the originality of every piece of content you create. You will end up wasting time. Time is the one resource you cannot make up. Podcast Show Flow What is originality? The ability to think independently and creatively or The quality of being novel or unusual Definition -http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/us/definition/american_english/originality Timothy Ryan - http://www.academia.edu/3649884/The_Art_of_Originality What is originality not? Writing about underrepresented archetypes? Original is not good http://quoteinvestigator.com/2013/06/17/good-original/ Original is not always desired What are we trying to make original? The Story attached to it? The form of the story? Everything? How to we make something original? Focus on working independently and creatively Why Do we want to make something original? Do we want to? Do we want to be known for it?             Have we something to prove? Do not obsess. Practice! Experts Agree: Don't Try Too Hardhttps://newrepublic.com/article/115944/scholarly-research-effort-shows-trying-too-hard-can-be-bad The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create an original item in your world, or an original   The Real World task for the day Try other forms of art that interest you. The Tease The Balancing Act For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com

Today's Topic – Kaizen boards can be used for an entire host of organizational needs Have you ever wasted months trying to organize a path to get something done? And after spending hundreds of hours did not even set started on what you were planning. I have this problem with the large task and any task that I subconsciously fear.  I plan and study, but forget to act on the task.  I started a more constant way of planning that I learned about at work it is a Kaizen board. Check out the episode to learn specifically how I have adopted it for my naturalistic framework world-building.  I will show you how to create a Podcast Show Flow Kaizen boards are a simple progress tracking device. Michael learns an old word Parts of the Kaizen Master State List Kaizen board for your Kaizen boards for any task The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create and use a kaizen board and see if it works for you The Real World task for the day Think of a book you don’t want to read. Do not read it, go and get a book you want to read and read it. The Tease Kaizen Boards for Worldbuilding Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us on iTunesFor complete Fantasy Worldbuilding, show notes go to Gardul.com Michael's Resources Episode 80: What Type of Worldbuilder are you?  Download a PDF of the Master State List Kaizen board  Download a PDF of a Kaizen board for creating a specific Fantasy State Kaizen Board state (this is the classic Kaizen form) Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show

Today's Topic - Creations Myths are the key to understanding your fantasy cultures Creation myths are a great place to start when developing a new Fantasy Culture.  *Stops listens for a drum roll. However, only seeing a group of crickets he quickly moves on* Yes, it is a bad joke.  However, there’s truth in them thar words. Yes, truth. We often try and understand the cultures in our fantasy worlds. However, how often to we look at the myths of the cultures.  We often on think them up when they are needed.  However, If you are building a naturalist fantasy world.  It really is in your best interest to create a basic outline for the important myths.  This will tell you what the early culture found important, and once you know that building religion. In today’s episode, we are looking at the themes for ten earth cultures and a quick bonus myth from the dragon culture on Gardul. Join us for some inspiration and practice at creating creation myths for your fantasy cultures. Enjoy the episode and comment below to tell us what we missed. Podcast Show Flow Categories for this wonderfulwiki page on a List of Creation Myths  Out of Chaos Earth Driver Out of nothing Emergent World Parent Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us in iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding show notes go to Gardul.com Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a Creation Myth The Real World task for the day Step outside and enjoy the world you live in. The Tease Humor in your Fantasy World

  Today's Topic - Using composition notebooks so you do not lose your Unicorns, spackle, and Twilight posters Years ago, I had a great idea.  It involved something with Unicorns, spackle, and a Twilight poster.  It was awesome.  It was going to be a starter for an alternate earth where I could write urban fantasy. I was laughing, and my heart strings got plucked like a banjo. The problem was by the time I got home that was all I could remember.  I cannot even remember how I could connect unicorns, spackle and Twilight poster.  Well, except for using spackle to paste the poster to the unicorn.  Now, I do find the idea amusing.  However, I have no idea why I would think it would make an interesting alternate earth. So, I realized I had a problem.  I cannot remember all the good ideas I have.  So, I started looking for a good way to keep track of my great ideas by projects. Check out the episode and see the system I currently use to track my ideas.  And yes, I used composition notebooks. Enjoy the episode and comment below to tell us what we missed. Podcast Show Flow The beauty of composition notebooks in Technicolor. Drawing pad (optional) Assign a color to a project (Book planning, Worldbuilding, online platform, or other) Use one notebook for your random ideas or future project starter Store remove the sketches from the drawing pad in the appropriate notebook IMPORTANT, create digital files when you get home. Organize them and make sure they are stored online. Carry the books with you and leave them on your nightstand when you go to bed.   Please Subscribe, Rate and Review us in iTunes For complete Fantasy Worldbuilding show notes go to Gardul.com Michael's Resources Use Gardul.com/Amazon when shopping online to help support the show Images and quotes   The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a notebook for your next project. The Real World task for the day Keep the notebooks close to you at all times The Tease The Power of interactive storytelling Please take a moment and comment below on this episode.  I look forward to hearing from you about your Fantasy Worldbuilding adventures Listen to Worldbuilder's Anvil in iTunes or use Podcast Republic for your android device.

Today's Topic - Rules Breakout! What are the laws of your World? Creation, Evolution or both Does your world have to end? Theory of relativity? Speed of light? How does magic word? Are the gods or God real? How many dimensions,Euclidean space, are there? length, width, height, depth, and breadth Fourth dimension of time Warning on other dimensions The Rating This is an intermediate topic The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a list of the truths about your world The Real World task for the day Prepare your lunch ahead of time,  So you are not rushed in the morning going to work. And for more on winter check out George R. R. Martin's A Game of Thrones 5-Book Boxed Set (Song of Ice and Fire series): A Game of Thrones, A Clash of Kings, A Storm of Swords, A Feast for Crows, and A Dance with Dragons The Tease 1 Minute Technology Breakdown Please take a moment and comment below on this episode.  I look forward to hearing from you about your Fantasy Worldbuilding adventures

Today's Topic - Why are you building a Fantasy World? You want to write books You want to create Video Games You want to create Role-playing games You want to create Role-playing settings You want to learn more about the rules of the world, so you want to build a fake version Maybe for money, maybe just to do it, maybe just because you need two. Come up with goals What you want to accomplish? When you what to accomplish it by? What do you need to accomplish? what you want? Don't have your stories end like a bad ending to The NeverEnding Story The Rating This is a basic topic The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create goals for what you want to accomplish with Worldbuilding this year? Michael Hyatt See Your Name In Print: How To Get Published. This book is free with Kindle Unlimited.  Now I need Kristin to get me a Fire HD 6, 6" HD Display, Wi-Fi, 8 GB - Includes Special Offers, Black The Real World task for the day Make a list about why world building is important to you and share it The Tease 1 Minute How to find Inspiration for worldbuilding? Please take a moment and comment below on this episode.  I look forward to hearing from you about your Fantasy Worldbuilding adventures

Today's Topic - How to find Inspiration for worldbuilding? What is Worldbuilding? A process for creating a natural setting for the world Rules Places Cosmology Geography Cultures Races Faces Happens over time The Rating This is a basic topic The Worldbuilding Task for the Day Create a list of items that you think will fit into the topics of the show.  Look to your notes and try and start. Be sure to leave questions or results in the comments below.  And sign up for my newsletter to get a copy of the mind map to help you play along at home. The Real World task for the day Simply check the trash in the kitchen if it is getting full take it out. The Tease 1 Minute Why are you building a Fantasy World? Please take a moment and comment below on this episode.  I look forward to hearing from you about your Fantasy Worldbuilding adventures