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I tell stories and teach people how to do same

Lagos, Nigeria
Joined May 2018
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“How to Create Strong Conflict in Fiction Using Social Psychology” by Gilbert Bassey link.medium.com/wKFaio4eIdb #writing #writingtips
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though it may not look like it sometimes, you must always remember: you are your savior and punisher. you are both the voice that tears you down and lifts you up. choose wisely
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we all say we want honest friends. but do we, really? short 🧵 on why most people secretly hate friends who tell us the truth
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the hard truth: if you only love your friends when they agree with you... you don't want friends. you want cheerleaders. real friends risk making you mad. why?
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because they care more about your growth than your comfort. read the full piece: open.substack.com/pub/therhy…
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your mind is lying to you. it's using your mother's voice, your mentor's disappointment, your friend's judgment. but they're all fake. short 🧵on catching your brain in the act of self-sabotage
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What do Harry Potter, Peter Parker, and Katniss Everdeen have in common that makes us love them despite ourselves? Flaws and vulnerabilities. A 🧵 on how to create such memorable characters #writingtips 1/n
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Start by giving them a clear goal, a flaw that hinders their progress, and a vulnerability that makes them relatable. 🎯 For example, give your character a goal like "save the world," a flaw like "has a tendency to be too impulsive," and a vulnerability like 4/n
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"struggles to connect with others." Now you have a character that's compelling and relatable! 👏 Learn more about how to craft memorable characters in our latest article: n/n medium.com/learn-storycraft/…
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4 YouTube Channels to Make You A Master Storyteller by @gilbertbassey learnstorycraft.com/4-youtub… #writingadvice #reference #storytelling
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How To Start and Finish Your First Story by @gilbertbassey learnstorycraft.com/how-to-s…
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