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To Continue or Not To Continue – That is the Question

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What a BIG question.  Has anyone else thought the same thing in their life?  Is it better to continue doing something just for the sake of it and feel as though you are not putting everything into it or do you give up and feel a failure?  Either way you are not being true to yourself.

I am a student of John Thornhill’s Marketing Masterclass.  I love John’s course, without it I would not be writing this.  With John help, guidance and instruction I have learnt how to create a blog plus all the other ’bits’ that go with the creation of a blog.    The way that John structures his course makes it very easy to learn how to create an internet marketing business.

Everything was going so well with the course, I had my blog created, I was posting to my blog quite often, mainly about the course and every week I couldn’t wait to receive my next lesson.  When we started learning about writing an eBook it was exciting, I was going to be creating my own product – how exciting is that!!! I had a bit of a problem trying to work out a niche, should I go with something I know about or find something that might be more ‘sellable’?  One of the places I went for help was the Masterclass Forum.  What an incredible bunch of helpful people.  Great advice, helpful suggestions, they certainly helped with my niche selection.  It wasn’t until I started to write the eBook that I had problems. Yes, I suffered from a severe case of ‘writers block’.

I am still suffering from the dreaded block; I have had so many very supportive people helping me with suggestions on how to get over it.  Nothing seems to work.  It is now to the point when I am now thinking have I ‘bitten off more than I can chew’.  Should I continue with the course, should I continue with writing the eBook, (I have already bought the domain name and have written about ten pages), or should I just give up and feel as though I am a great big failure?  Does anyone else get into these ‘down’ moods or is it just me?

I still look forward to John’s lessons each week, still watch the videos, I just don’t write about them on my blog because I am not up to that component yet.  One thing that I have noticed is that the Masterclass Forum has gone very quiet; I can only imagine that is because people are busy creating their product.  I have also noticed that a lot of people are not posting to their blogs, is that because they are busy creating their product?  Could any of these people that use to comment on the Forum and post on their blogs be having the same problem as me?

This post isn’t just about should I continue with John’s course or about writing my eBook, I will continue the course and I will write the eBook, even  though it might take me longer than other people, as John says, it is not a race as long as you finish.  This post is about, whether people should continue to do something in their lives that they are having trouble with, should they have a break from it for a while and go back? Or do we give up never to return and feel as though a good opportunity has passed us by and now we feel that we have failed? This situation could be anything; it could be about a relationship, a career decision, even to the small things like buying a car or home.

Life is full of decisions, sometimes we make the right ones, and sometimes we don’t.  Either way we have to live with our decisions and learn from them.

I am sure my down mood will disappear soon and my head will be out of the clouds and my focus and passion will be back. If you are having the same problem as me, don’t forget the saying – a problem shared is a problem solved – let’s all work together to have a future that we deserve.

Until next time.

To Continue or Not To Continue – That is the Question


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188 Responses to “To Continue or Not To Continue – That is the Question”

  1. Hi Robyn, yes, these are totally natural feelings and a great many of us from last year’s course also had the same questions. Some dropped out, but those of us who continued are now reaping the rewards. Taking a break is a good move, don’t try to force it because you may start to resent it and then won’t get anything done. Turning to the forum for help and guidance is a good idea, and yes, the forum went quiet last year during product creation. It will spark up again once people get to sales pages and testimonials. Breaking your ebook down into tiny steps is a good way to get it done. If you need any help at all just shout!

    Enjoy the journey.

    Mandy
    Mandy Allen recently posted..How do you relax

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 2:20 pm

    Hi Mandy
    Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. I am sure without the helpful and understanding people that are part of the Masterclass Forum, I would have given up weeks ago. Even though the Forum is quite at the moment I am sure people will be back when they have finished their product. With all these new found friends I am sure I can continue. Your suggestions of breaking the ebook down is a great idea, that way I don’t put myself under so much pressure. Thanks.

    Talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  2. Hi Robyn

    You are not alone! :)

    I can tell you that pretty much every single person that has gone through or is going through the MC course, has or will at some stage doubt whether they have made the right decision.

    When I went through the course the first time…I loved it. Many of the topics were over my head and often I just didn’t get it….but I was learning something new everyday..which was great.

    As I came to understand things (as I thought I’d reached that stage) that’s when the frustrations kicked-in…it was taking too much effort and money for such little rewards…I voiced my frustrations in the Forum…where people helped in every way they could…and which I am thankful for.

    I then moved onto thinking that the product I had created wasn’t good enough…self-doubt is great isn’t it!

    But I persevered…it turns out that I’m still not happy with my first product, but as a learning curve it was the best thing that could have happened. I now have a ‘quality bench mark’ that all my products need to meet.

    Right now I am making a really cool WordPress Product…the best work I have done so far…but only this week I have doubted in my mind whether I should continue with it…

    I will, because it’s the only way to go…much better than telling yourself in later life – If Only I’d…

    I wish you well with yours & help is always at hand in the Forum :)
    Cheers
    Steve

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 2:29 pm

    Hi Steve

    Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to leave a comment.

    It’ funny isn’t it, how when you go through these self-doubt thoughts you think that you are the only one to feel that way. I would never have thought that you had any of these thoughts, you are doing so well with your business.

    Your comments and understanding make me feel not so ‘alone’ and help me to see that I can do this.

    Thank you.

    Talk soon.

    Robyn

  3. Hi Robyn,
    I think we all get into a slump! I know I do about 4-5 times a month!! Then I look at my goals and dreams and pick myself back up and get on it again!
    Yes, you should continue, you’ve heard the story about the gold digger and he gave up when the gold was only three feet away! If he had just kept digging….You don’t want to be him.
    Success and your ebook is right around the next corner!! A page a day…even a paragraph a day. You will get it finished!

    Good luck and I hope you have an amazing day!!

    Lisa~

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 2:35 pm

    Hi Lisa

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    Yes I think it’s the case of pick yourself up, dust yourself off and get on with it. I have read the story about the gold digger and the story about the inventor of ‘Coke’ who sold the recipe for such a small amount of money only to see his recipe take over the world. I suppose you never know when you are going to create that special recipe and when you do you should treat it as gold.

    Thank you for giving me such positive thoughts, they are certainly appreciated.

    Talk soon.

    Take care.

  4. Hi Robyn, you’re not alone my friend. Thanks for posting this post and being honest, letting us all know what’s going on.

    I’m a 2009 student of the MC and at week 19 i had to go into hospital for an operation and was told by Dr’s that i would need 2 weeks in bed after it to recover. That 2 weeks turned into 8 months as the op site wouldn’t heal. During this time my mum had a very serious health issue and i was out of bed to be by her side.

    I kept doing what i could (when i could) to my blog and course work. Now, almost a year later i have nearly completed the 2009 course and have my product online.

    I have my next product planned in my head and am slowly moving forward. I go back into hospital next month for another operation which will see me back on bed rest, hopefully only for 2 weeks (how that 2 week term rattles me).

    Keep going with the course work, you’re amongst people that have been where you are and that are willing to help.

    Like i said at the start of this comment Robyn, you’re not alone! As i travel around the MC blogs i’m seeing lots of people in a similar position, and i’m telling them all….small steps and you’ll get to your goals.

    Well done for stepping up to the 100 blog comment challenge, i’ve added you to my dedicated page of contributors and wish you the very best of luck.

    Barry

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 2:52 pm

    Hi Barry

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leaving a comment.

    Thanks for making me see that I am not alone, sometimes when you sit at the computer and your mind goes blank, you get that feeling of emptiness. I now realize that I am not the only one that feels this way and with the help of my friends in John’s Masterclass I will and will take one step at a time.

    Sorry to hear about your trips into hospital and I hope everything goes well with your next operation. I also hope your mum is feeling better.

    I am looking forward to your next product, I am sure it will be a winner.

    Thanks again for stopping by, it is very much appreciated and thanks for adding me to your dedicated page of of contributors to the 100 Blog Comment Challenge.

    Talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  5. Hi Me again…….. there’s something wrong with your tweet button. I’ve sent a tweet but it isn’t counting on the button.

    I tried doing it again and twitter tell me there’s something went wrong.

    Thought you should know, Barry

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 2:53 pm

    Hi Barry

    Thanks for letting me know, I will check what the problem is ASAP.

    Robyn

  6. Hey Robyn,

    I was going to post something similar to what you wrote because I hit the same wall.

    In the beginning of our blogs I was struggling to write 250 words but as time crept by I was writing 1000 word posts that had a pile of crap that needed to be cut out.

    Now I feel comfortable writing 600 – 750 word posts and am getting better at them. I decided to write a series of posts – interspersed with my regular posts – about my ebook.

    My first ebook will be on utilizing humor in the workplace and so far I have written two posts on my blog about it and am working on number 3. That puts me 2000 words closer to my ebook which I will dress up with videos and ideas that grow from between the posts.

    I will assemble my ebook after writing about 10 posts and go from there…

    My first ebook will be my worst (hopefully) and with one under my belt, I’ll have the confidence to tackle number two!

    Stick with it, Robyn. Something Great This Way Comes!

    Great traveling with you, pal.

    Barry
    Barry recently posted..My Secret Blog Idea Plan – How To Appear Extweemly- Extweemly Intelligent

  7. Hi Robyn, the difference between you and others that may feel the way you do is that in fact some do give up. You are in a slump but as you stated you are going to continue, some don’t. That is a good quality.

    If you hit hurdles, and fall down, you get up again. Even change your niche if you have to.

    Simply put it all depends on how bad you want it. Terry Conti
    Terry Conti recently posted..Sell your ebook on its own or put it on Clickbank What do you think

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 3:00 pm

    Hi Terry

    Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.

    You are so right, it all depends on how much we want something. It’s funny who you thing you are the only one that is going through a ‘brain dead’ slump but after the comments that I have received I realize that I am at least human.

    I and everyone else should think of the quote ‘fall down ten times but get up eleven’ or what ever the numbers are, as lone as you keep getting up.

    Thanks again for stopping by, it is very much appreciated.

    Talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  8. Hi Robyn,

    Re your last line…
    Now that you’ve taken the time to share your struggles/problems, they should all vanish ;)
    At least I hope so!

    John is a great teacher and a nice guy – so I’m sure if you get involved in his forum and keep on keeping on – it will all turn around for you soon.

    Good luck and much success
    Randy
    http://www.RandolfSmith.com
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 4:44 pm

    Hi Randy

    Thanks for taking the time to visiting my blog and leaving a comment, it is very much appreciated.

    I can’t believe it, Randy Smith visiting my blog AND leaving a comment.

    You are a real GURU on the internet including a few others, John Thornhill and Lee McIntyre included because you are genuine people, sharing your ideas, help and advice and not asking for anything.

    You are so right, now that I have shared my problems in this post it seems to have lifted a great deal of fog from my brain. A problem shared is a problem solved.

    Yes I have to agree, Randy, John is a great teacher, I have learnt so much doing his course. Now it is up to me to continue, one step at a time.

    Thanks again, for all your kind words and support, you don’t know how much I appreciate it.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  9. Such a well written post.. Thnkx for sharing this post!

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 4:28 pm

    Hi

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

    I am glad you enjoyed my post.

    Hopefully soon my brain freeze will clear and I will be able to write more interesting post.

    Please come back again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  10. Hi Robyn,

    To continue or not, I’m not sure of the answer for everyone, but as a very stubborn person, I usually alwasy continue. I hate giving up. I may be painfully slow (according to my wife), but I never give up.

    Maybe going back to the start and why you began something is a good way to figure out if it is the right thing for you. Sometimes in the middle, we forget why we started.

    Anyway, I am behind you in the Masterclass, and I havn’t given up so good luck the rest of the way.

    Mike

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 3:09 pm

    Hi Mike

    Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Yes, I must admit I can be a little bit stubborn myself, “just like your father”, as mum used to say. That’s why I don’t want to give up, I don’t want to be a failure, I want to be the best I can, even if it’s to show my daughter that if you work hard enough at something you can get what you want.

    Thank you for your best wishes with the course I am sure if we all stick with it, we will all be winners.

    Good luck with the course, I am sure you will be one of the winners.

    Talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  11. Can I just say what a relief to find someone who actually knows what theyre talking about on the internet. You definitely know how to bring an issue to light and make it important. More people need to read this and understand this side of the story. I cant believe youre not more popular because you definitely have the gift.

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 4:26 pm

    Hi

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leaving a comment.

    WOW – what wonderful comments. If people keep writing all these nice things, I am going to believe I can do this.

    I don’t know if I actually know what I am talking about I just say what I feel. Sometimes people write what is expected of them but don’t put any feeling into it, to me that is not a real person that is a copy and paste article. If you write a blog post with your feelings showing, it makes it more human.

    Thanks again for your wonderful comments, they are really appreciated. Please come back again, hopefully my brain freeze will be gone soon and I will be able to write more interesting posts.

  12. Hi Robyn, You feel exactly the same as everyone else. Finding a niche was a huge problem for me. I picked one but I am still not entirely sure about it. Still I am pressing on with it.
    Here’s a question for you.

    How do you eat an elephant? One spoonful at a time.

    So get your spoon out and keep going.

    Best Wishes, Brian.
    Brian Ripley recently posted..Persistence and Perseverance

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 1st, 2010 at 3:23 pm

    Hi Brian

    Thanks for taking the time to stop by my blog and leaving a comment it is very much appreciated.

    I am not sure about eating elephants but I must admit finding a niche was probably just as tough. Sometime it can be a bit like ‘you can’t see the forest for the trees’ syndrome. I think we all go through it to some degree, sometimes we just have to wait for the fog to lift until we can go forward.

    With all the positive comments that I have received about this post, I think the fog is lifting and I am starting to see the trees.

    Good luck with your niche, I would love to know how many people were really sure of the niche before they started. I think your niche is something that you have to make your own. Two people can have the same niche but it’s the way your personal ‘self’ into it that makes it different.

    Thank you for your positive comments and best wishes.

    Talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

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  14. Hi Robyn,

    Believe me….you are NOT alone! I had been though that myself. I just commented on Noelle Grandison’s blog @ noellegrandison.com about what I do now to overcome delays on my projects. The “Mantra” I used is this—Forward Motion Is everything.

    I do have a few unorthodox way to overcome my writer’s block to share here, it may seems strange to some but they work for me

    (1) Keep Writing, just write anything without thinking…sometime, an idea may appear when I look back to the “nonsense” notes I took.

    (2) Find an article that I like, re-organize it into a point form and then re-write it. This is not to copy ideas from someone else, rather to get into the “writing flow” again.

    (3) Pretend to write a mail to a friend to recommend a song or movie to him. Well, this is just to keep m writing something anything, so I can, again, get into the “writing flow”.

    Other than that, you can also think out of the box to create your own product.

    How about recording audio of you talking before getting it in a book?

    You can also create videos instead. I recently came across a guy called Max Alter who is just a natural charm in front of a video cam. I can never do what he did as English is not exactly my 1st language. You can check out Max blog with his name plus a dot com to have an idea.

    Cheers
    Jason Ser

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 5th, 2010 at 12:45 pm

    Hi Jason

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

    I don’t think your ways are ‘unorthodoxed’ at all. Everyone has their different ways of escaping the dreaded ‘brain freeze’ for writing. What I am finding, is the fact that everyone is kind enough to share their ways that they overcome this situation.

    I really do appreciate your kind words and help, now I need to put your advise into action.

    Thank you once again and please visit again seen.

    Take care.

    Robyn

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  16. Hi Robyn just popped back to tweet your post, it’s working now.

    There seems to be a lot of Barry’s around, we could form a band….

    Best of luck, Barry
    Barry@The Newbies Guide recently posted..Bloggers- Need A Little Lift

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 5th, 2010 at 12:50 pm

    Hi Barry

    Thanks for letting me know about the retweet button. I deactivated it then activated it again, that appears to have fixed the problem.

    I really appreciate you retweeting my blog post, it means a lot.

    I just thought of a name for your group – a new boy band called The Barry Boys – how are you with boy band dance moves?

    Take care.

    Robyn

  17. Hi Robyn.
    Do you know what I think? I think that each and everyone of us has a little glitch thing going on inside our heads that only glitches at the worst possible times, you know the times when we just don’t need it. (If ever there was a time that we did)

    I think this is just one of those times for you. And me too cos I’m getting this intermittently. One day every thing is great and going to plan, I get loads done and the next I don’t even want to turn my laptop on cos I know I won’t be able to do anything.

    I think it has something to do with the fact that we have committed ourselves to something that is really scary especially as many others seem to be sailing through things and sounding like they know what they’re doing and we don’t.

    I just keep reminding myself that todays “jobs” are not much different to yesterdays and an ebook is just a very looooong post.

    It seems to help me get going again.

    Hope you over come the writers block very soon, just don’t walk away from your dream cos one day you might look back and say “If only”.

    All the best

    Gert

    Gert@the dream stealer

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 5th, 2010 at 12:59 pm

    Hi Gert

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Yes, there are certainly times when you don’t need glitches and this was mine. It is so true how some people seem to be able to do things without any glitches at all, or are they just not admitting they have them as well.

    Thank you so much for your kind words, I really appreciate them. Without the help and support of a lot of people I think I would have just given up. Now I know that I can do this, just not as quickly as I first thought.

    I am sure we can both get through our glitches, I hope you come back soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  18. I just can’t get this comment luv thingy to work…Lol

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 5th, 2010 at 1:01 pm

    Thanks Gert, I have only just installed it and to tell you the truth, I don’t know how it works either.

    I appreciate you letting me know, I will get on to it straight away.

    Robyn

  19. Hey Robyn
    You have me curious about this master class it sounds very good from what I have read.Could you please give me a web address to check it out. All the advice you have recieved above is really great.My view is it all comes down to your “Why” as in what are your reasons for doing the coarse and what do you want to achieve by writting the e-book. If your “why” is strong enough you will over come any obstacle put in your way.Have faith in your own ability and remember that you are worthy of the success that you desire.Each of us have amazing talents sometimes we just need to dig deep to find them. My advice to you is to find a mentor someone that believes in you and will help keep you on track.Enjoy the journey and stay true to yourself.
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 5th, 2010 at 1:13 pm

    Hi Stan

    Thanks for visiting my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    WOW, what lovely kind words of advise. I think a lot of us go through a period of self doubt, some get through the faze in a blink of an eye, others take a bit longer. I think you are right, we all have to be true to ourselves and believe in ourselves.

    I think it is time I sat down and reassess my ‘why’ and then get on with it.

    Thanks again for such kind words, they are really appreciated.

    By the way if you haven’t found John’s website yet you can find it here: http://bit.ly/ad9o94

    Take care.

    Robyn

  20. “Continue” is the answer Robyn. You’re worried that you have only written 10 pages of your ebook. I haven’t written a single page, but I’m not worried – It’s part of my plan. ;-)

    I started the Masterclass Course in 2009 and dropped out at lesson 10; I knew I wasn’t ready to write an eBook. I concentrated on writing 250/300 word posts to my blog. After a year I have loads of posts on running marathons, and losing weight/keeping fit. I can use these as the basis of a future eBook.

    However, I’m still not ready. Soon I will be writing 400/700 word articles, and only when I find that easy will I have a go at an eBook. It’s a similar system to the one Barry uses, except he writes article length posts. (Actually I think Barry’s idea is a much quicker way of getting an eBook completed).

    Hope this helps. All you need to do is adjust your goals, and you will be satisfied that you are on the road to success. 8)

    John
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 5th, 2010 at 1:24 pm

    Hi John

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    Your comments have really made me think and I can now see light at the end of the tunnel. Just those few words have made me re-evaluate what I am doing and what I should be doing. I can now see what I have to/ need to do.

    I am not going to give up writing the eBook but I am going to do it a different way plus a few other ideas have popped in to my head as well. I now feel as though I have been stupid trying to be like everyone else, I should be me and do what I can do.

    Thanks again John, I can now see a bright shining light.

    Talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  21. Hi, Robin –

    You should take another look at my blog (thanks for your comment, by the way) and you’ll see my version of the “writer’s block”.

    I am the worst writer of all – no joke. Yet most people would be surprised to hear that.

    I use a lot of what’s already out there to write all of my posts. The trick is to make them your own by offering additional info, your own spin, etc. – don’t reinvent the wheel!

    I hope this helps.

    Ana Hoffman
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 5th, 2010 at 1:52 pm

    Hi Ana

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    You are right, I would never believe that you could possibly suffer from “writer’s block”!!! I also don’t believe that you are the worst writer, I love your blog and the information that you share.

    Thanks for the tip regarding the trick that you use, I will give it a go and see what happens.

    Thanks for your help and advise it is really appreciated and thanks for your great blog.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  22. Hi Robyn,

    Do not give up. You have come to far. This is a great blog.
    Don’t let one little Ebook stand in your way.
    You can find people very easily on the Warrior Forum that will write your Ebook for you. Also tons of graphic people. You could get it done for around $50-80. Might sound a lot, but ask yourself this, how much is your time worth.
    Do this,your mind is clear again and you can concentrate on your business.

    Pete
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 9th, 2010 at 12:38 pm

    Hi Pete

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

    After receiving so many helpful and supportive comments from wonderful people, like yourself, I have decided not to give up. What I am going to do is write the eBook when I am ready. It may not be tomorrow, or next week or even next month but I will write it.

    Thanks for your advise about the Warrior Forum, I might look into that. It certainly would have been a lot cheaper to pay someone to write the book instead of stressing about it all these weeks. We live and learn and hopefully we learn by our mistakes.

    Thanks again for stopping by, talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  23. Hi Robyn

    I first completed John’s program in 2008 and since then I have had many, many ‘down days’.

    I have also had many ‘up days’ when I have achieved little victories–getting my first eBook on the market, making my first sale, signing up my first subscriber, making my first affiliate sale to my list etc.

    The secret to long term success for me is to continually set myself little targets and achieving each one motivates me to achieve the next–sell 100 copies of my eBook, write a another eBook, sign up 1,000 subscribers etc.

    In John Thornhill’s masterclass you have everything you need to build a successful online business all you have to add is the determination to see it through.

    So get your chin up, Robyn and think about all of those little victories you have already had and all those new things you’ve learned, your first eBook doesn’t have to be a 200 page masterpiece, mine was around 40 pages but it provided the foundation for what is now a full time business and if I can do it so can you!

    Best wishes!

    Stuart
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 9th, 2010 at 12:53 pm

    Hi Stuart,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Yes I certainly agree John’s course has ‘everything’. There is so much that I have learned over the last couple of months and he explains everything in such an easy to understand way, even newbies like myself can’t help but understand.

    Thanks for your advise about targets, that’s what I should have been doing from the start. So from now on I am going to take one small step at a time until I achieve what I want and if I fall down, I will have to get back up again.

    Thanks for your helpful advise and support it is very much appreciated.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  24. Hey Robyn
    I thought you said you had “writer`s block”? Judging by this post your block is crumbling…
    I jumped across after reading what you left on my post (which pales into insignificance I might add, by comparison) to let you know “CONTINUE!!!”……
    The Masterclass will always be there, shining like a beacon on your computer, it`s only a lull it isn`t terminal…
    I just play around with the techie stuff now if I haven`t got a clue what to write, but I must say this 100 blog comment challenge is definitely thawing my brain freeze, it`s great fun ain`t it…

    Good Luck
    MIKE

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 9th, 2010 at 1:11 pm

    Hi Mike,

    Thanks for taking the time to stop by my blog.

    I must admit the 100 blog comment challenge certainly came at the right time. It has helped me realise that I am only human and that writers blog happens to most people.

    I love John’s course and I have learned so much and I am sure there will be a lot more to learn over the next few weeks.

    How is your writing going? I hope you can keep going. Sometimes I think we have to go through these rough time so that we can appreciate what we achieve in the end.

    Good luck with writing I will be back to visit you blog real soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  25. Hi Robyn,
    When I decided to use IM as my prime source of income I was warned that it can get very frustrating and there will be time that nothing seems to be happening …..
    I was also advised to write my goals …my reasons why cause a lot of the time this will help you get through the “dry times”.
    Excellent post … it is a pleasure to be here and meet you.
    Cheers
    Bryan
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 9th, 2010 at 1:24 pm

    Hi Bryan

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    Congratulations for having your prime source of income coming from IM, that’s great. How long have you been in the IM business?

    I agree it can be frustrating and depressing when your brain has a freeze and doesn’t want to do what you want it to do. It’s like if you are out of control of your mind.

    I also agree about goals, that is what I am going to do before I write any more blog posts. Get my goals sorted out so that I know what I am doing and when I am doing it.

    Thanks again for stopping by I hope we can catch up again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  26. Hey Robyn,

    When A person continues to do something just for the sake of doing it…there is a name for that…I can’t think of it now though:P I read about in a book called Influence.

    Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion (Collins Business Essentials)

    Thanks for this post:)
    J
    Make Money Fast
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 12th, 2010 at 1:39 pm

    Hi Carstarphen

    Thanks for visiting my blog.

    I haven’t read the book, sounds interesting.

    Sometime I feel that doing things for the sake of it, is like bashing your head against a brick wall and wondering why it hurts.

    My aim is to continue to work at my own pace and do a little every day, take it one step at a time.

    Good luck in the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  27. Hi Robyn,

    I can tell you that you are not alone on this subject. I too have many times had writers block or start pulling my hair out at creating graphics or come stuck with something going wrong on my sites or blog.

    You have to keep going and don’t let the gremlins beat you. When we were all young trying to walk we just kept getting up and trying and falling, getting up trying and falling. Then one day we walked!! Yippee!!

    Also if you loose your keys or phone and keep trying to look you just cant find them. Stop looking and they just turn up. How weird is that. This is a journey not a weekend vacation!!

    Keep it up

    Craig
    Craig recently posted..Put Your Email Marketing On Auto Pilot By Using An Auto responder

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 9th, 2010 at 1:34 pm

    Hi Craig

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog.

    It’s quite funny how something I had a problem with – brain freeze – happens to so many people, judging by the comments that I have receive. I know this is going to sound really terrible but I am glad other people have had the same problem, it makes me feel ‘normal’.

    You are so correct, this is not a weekend vacation, if you are going to do something properly you have to stick with it. Hopefully we are all strong enough to not let the ‘gremlins’ invade our minds too much.

    Thanks again for stopping by hope we can catch up again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  28. Connie Chen from Seed Of Magic -True Beauty Tips on August 9th, 2010 at 8:39 pm

    Hi Robyn,
    Indeed, the “writer’s block” could be very daunting sometimes, and it just happened to me last week when I was about to write my new post… I came up with one idea and decided to type it down on my laptop, but what pops out to my mind is “BLANK BLANK and Blank” !!! ><" so I didn’t finish my post by the day. I think it happens to many bloggers, like u said "I have also noticed that a lot of people are not posting to their blogs, is that … "
    But I think It is great that you have a mentor like John and all the friends from the forum. Hope you enjoying it and wish you best of luck.
    Cheers
    Connie
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 10th, 2010 at 10:43 am

    Hi Connie

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    Yes, it can be very upsetting when you sit down to write what is in your head and you can’t transfer it to the computer. It is reassuring to know that other people go through the same problem.

    Without John and the people on the forum I wouldn’t even have a blog, so I am very grateful for the help and support.

    Thanks again Connie for visiting, talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  29. Hi Robyn, I had a bit of a wobble on saturday when I decided for a few hours I was going to give up I seem to be spending my entire life on my computer, I even get pains in my right arm if I use it for too long.

    I saw a quote at an exhibition on the saturday that said “find a way or make a way” so the very next day I signed up to the 100 blog challenge and I am still her in the game. I think we all have moment like this, as Stuart says its the litte targets and the little successes that make up the whole.

    Cheers
    Rob
    Rob Corrigan recently posted..What Is The Cheapest Way To Start A Business Part 1

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 10th, 2010 at 10:52 am

    Hi Robert,

    Thanks for visiting my blog.

    I think there are a lot of people going through the ‘wobble’ stage. The 100 Blog Comments has come at the perfect time for a lot of people. It makes us stop and think if we really want to continue. To get 100 comments means we have had 100 people visit our site and that can’t be bad.

    Good luck with your journey to success, make sure you have breaks from the computer every hour or so. You don’t want to get RSI and not be able to type at all, that would certainly mean an end to your journey.

    Talk again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  30. Hi Robyn

    You must complete the course, that is essential. Walking in the shadows of success or walking alone the choice is yours. I tried going alone for 3 years and it does not work.

    Your mentor became successful through persisitence and focus, this is the struggle you are going through, it will all come good.

    I am by no means successful online but I can see things beginning to take shape and this drives me forward.

    There is a right time for every thing that you do or attempt. I have signed up for courses, then walked away. This was because I did not get it, I was not ready for their content. 6 months later with more experience, I returned and could see the value in their words this time.

    Love the honesty

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 11th, 2010 at 10:10 am

    Hi Igor

    Thanks for visiting my blog.

    Yes I am going to finish the course but I am going to do at my own speed, as John says, it is not a race, as long as you finish it.

    I understand about trying to do things alone, it just doesn’t work. Having a mentor like John certainly helps and I know that if I stick with it, good things will happen.

    I glad that you are starting to see things happening, as the saying goes, from small seeds, big things grow.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  31. Hi Robyn, you have written a very relevant post, and i’m sure most, if not everyone, will identify with the feelings you are expressing here.

    Steve’s reply sums it up very well, so you should take note we have all been, and many will continue to be, in your position throughout the course and after.

    Like you, before I came on this course I had no idea how to create a blog, or how important they are, also before the course I had no idea of how to create a product… but now I’m well into creating something I had once thought only highly successful marketers with years of experience could do.

    Joining this masterclass was the single best decision I have made since deciding to become an internet marketer, but like anything worthwhile, it takes a lot of effort, determination and commitment as well as the pure desire to change your circumstances for the better.

    If you give up now you might as well get a t-shirt made with ‘I could have been successful, if I could have been bothered to make the effort, ‘ printed on it.

    Sorry if that sounds harsh but sometimes people who get a kick up the butt go on to do wonderful things,
    you have a major hurdle with your writers block… so why not go find three or four ebooks connected to your niche and as much info as you can from article sites and forums. Read through all that info, copy and paste big chunks of it into ‘word’ if you have it, if not any word processor you have, if you dont have one, Keith Alston is giving away e-writer pro from the downloads page on his blog,

    Once you have enough info for your product, go through it all, re-writing it as you go, delete the paragraphs you have re-written, what you will be doing is combining all the good bits from each of those products and articles until you have a super ebook!, when you have re-written the whole lot you have your first draft of your ebook, which you can now go through again, re-writing as you go, adding pictures and links etc.

    Re-writing something which has already been written is a lot easier, the trick is to make sure your first draft is very different to the info you have used,create your own chapter names and source your own pictures and screen shots. Making one super ebook out of three or four means your product could well be the definitive book on your niche available so far. Just make absolutely sure it does not resemble or read like any of your source books.

    I’v just received week 27 of the course, thing is I’m still on week 17 developing my product, am I worried I’m being left behind? no, because there is no absolute time limit on this course, and my product is a bit bigger than you would expect from a newbie so is taking longer, plus I have had a load of setbacks, but I refuse to be de-railed from the course, I refuse to even consider giving up, I will get to where I am going sooner or later.

    Its reaching your destination that matters, not how you get there or how long it takes you, you have written ten pages of your ebook, thats a good start now go find the rest of the info you need and ‘grow’ that book! you can do it… but you have to give yourself permission first!.

    Hope this helps…
    Pete Chapman

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 11th, 2010 at 10:24 am

    Hi Pete

    Thanks for visiting my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    I realise now after receiving all the comments from this post, just how common ‘writers block’ is. When you are sitting at your computer, it can be a very lonely experience and you don’t realise that there are 100′s, 1000′s or million’s going through the same thing.

    Thanks for the ‘good kick up the butt’. I am going to finish the course, one step at a time, in my own time. Thank you also for your advise on copy and pasting articles, etc, I am pretty sure I have quite a few about my niche, on my hard drive. I just need to get my act together and do it.

    Good luck with your product, it sounds as though you have been very busy, I can’t wait to check it out when it is finished.

    Thanks for all your support and helpful tips, it is really appreciated.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  32. Hi Robyn,

    Sounds like you are enjoying the classes. Sometimes when I’m feeling that way I do have to take a break and recharge my batteries. Then I’m ready to go at it again.

    I hope you find your way and soar to the stars!

    Take care,
    Sally
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 11th, 2010 at 10:34 am

    Hi Sally,

    Thanks for visiting my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Sally I really enjoy visiting your blog and learning new things. You are doing an incredible job, congratulations.

    Yes, I really love John’s Masterclass and I am learning so much. One really big lesson that I have learned by writing this post, is that I am human. If you want to succeed in this business and your brain freezes, have a break for a little while and get back to it.

    I might not be the biggest, brightest star out there but I think there is enough room for one more.

    Take care.

    Robyn

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  34. Hi Robyn,

    Never give up! That is the answer to your question. Some guys start well but have no staying power. Don’t be one of those guys, you will regret it later when you ask yourself the question “wonder what I would have been doing if I never gave up?’

    Internet marketing is one of the easiest businesses to get in to but one of the hardest businesses to succeed in. The reason being your competition is massive! Everyone wants a piece of the dream, but don’t realise how hard it is to get.

    You are in a great place with John and his forum so stick with it :-)
    Daniel Sumner recently posted..Self Learning – Outsourcing – Student and Teacher

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 12th, 2010 at 1:46 pm

    Hi Daniel,

    Thanks for visiting my blog and taking the time to comment.

    I must admit I don’t want to look back and ask myself – “if I had written the book”, “if I had spent a bit more time”, “if I had given myself more credit in what I could do”.

    To be strong and stick it out is probably one of the hardest things I can do but if I don’t do it, I will never find out success.

    Thanks for your encouraging words.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  35. Hi Robyn,

    Is spring finally getting there?
    I saw a web site that was one page and had a column of paid links running down the middle. Simplest thing in the world. No blog, nothing. Yet I ended up there. I like getting humble before trying to write something.

    Thanks for participating in the 100 blogs.

    Alex
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 12th, 2010 at 1:20 pm

    Hi Alex,

    Thanks for visiting my blog.

    No, spring hasn’t arrived yet. It has been a very cold winter this year, either that or I am getting old and feeling the cold more.

    It’s amazing what some think is a blog/website, we just have to do the best we can, a little at a time.

    Good luck with the challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  36. Hi Robyn,
    I am sure your post touched many, many people because they are experiencing the same or similar situation. I came through John’s class last year and remember hitting a bit of a “bump” when it came to creating a product.
    But, those who consistently and persistently push forward and never give up…no matter what the odds are the ones that will succeed. It’s really as simple as that.

    I think we all know when we need a break. I become overwhelmed when I’ve been working myself too hard and then I realize I am not looking forward to it anymore…time for a break.

    Don’t give up Robyn. Take a break…get away from it for a while but don’t give up. Winners never give up…that’s why they are winners! It truly is survival of the fittest (those that want it the most!)

    Good luck with the challenge Robyn…and your product…
    Kathy
    Kathy Dobson”@Outsourcing to the Philippines recently posted..Outsourcing to the Philippines…Your Questions Answered

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 12th, 2010 at 1:25 pm

    Hi Kathy,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog.

    Yes, I agree, we all seem to go through ‘bumps’ in our life, it is how we handle them that make us the person that we are.

    No, I am not going to give up but like you said – have a break – and then get back to it with a clearer mind.

    Thanks for your support and encouragement, it is very much appreciated.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  37. Hey Robyn,

    I know how you feel.

    I think you should continue.

    It’s easy to continue during the good times when you feel unstoppable. That’s not the challenge.

    The challenge is continuing when you don’t feel like it. During the down days. Those are the times when you NEED to push forward and pursue whatever it is you are pursuing.

    Thanks for posting this!

    Peace,
    Darren L Carter
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 13th, 2010 at 12:03 pm

    Hi Darren

    Thanks for visiting my blog.

    Yes it can be very hard to continue when the going gets tough. I think we just have to be strong enough to keep going if we want to succeed.

    I will be continuing to write my book but I am going to go at my own pace and not keep putting pressure on myself .

    Thanks for your comments they are very much appreciated.

    Good luck with the challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  38. Hi Robyn

    Obviously the answer is to continue. EVERYONE faces challenges like this. What separates successful people from failures is how they deal with it.

    I’d recommend one of three courses of action:

    1. Write the the contents page of your ebook, i.e. the title of each chapter. Then right bullet points of what each chapter will contain. Then just expand each bullet point, or …

    2. Search the internet for information on your ebook topic and just re-write what you find in your own words.

    3. Pay someone to write it for you. You’ll find someone to do it for you on elance.com. You might be surprised how cheap it will be.

    I’ve posted a link to this page on identi.ca for you.
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 13th, 2010 at 12:13 pm

    Hi Martin,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog.

    I realise now after receiving so many positive comments after writing this post that so many other people suffer from writers block. It is with the support and understanding that I have received from these comments that make me think that I can, go on, I can do this.

    I really appreciate your three courses of action and as they saying goes ‘actions speak louder than words’ it is now time for action.

    Thank you for posting a link to identi.ca I don’t know much about this site but I am on my way to check it out.

    Thanks for your support and encouragement, it is very much appreciated.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  39. Great post Robyn. I wonder if you chose to write an ebook in a niche that you are passionate about or was that not “sellable”?

    It really helps if you know a lot about your subject or have a real passion for it. I had a look at your about page but you don’t give us any clues!

    My first ebook was in a niche that I am really passionate about. It flowed easily but took time. It’s harder if you don’t really know a lot about the niche but free PLR stuff could help give you some ideas and get over your block. It can help to take a break sometimes and let your brain relax. Ideas come at the most unexpected moments.

    I shall be interested to hear how it goes. Good luck.

    Sandy
    SandyHalliday@MakingMoneyOnTheInternet recently posted..Generating Blog Traffic with the 100 Blog Challenge

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 16th, 2010 at 10:41 am

    Hi Sandy

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment.

    Yes my niche is something that I have a lot of experience and passion for but I didn’t mention it on my blog because it is completely different to internet marketing.

    After deciding on my niche and buying the domain name, I did a lot more research and realised that there was a lot of free information on the net which was exactly what I was going to write about in my ebook. Why would anyone pay for an ebook when they can get the info for free?

    I am still going to write the ebook but in my own time and in a different way.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  40. Hey Robyn,

    If it makes you feel better I just managed to FINALLY finish my first ebook after months of trial and tribulation. I also come from a land down under, not that that has any bearing on, well anything – just thought I’d say G’day ;)
    Check out the post that commentluv spits out (I’ll choose the relevant one in a second) because I think you might find some great tips on getting your motivational juices going to finish that ebook.

    Keep up the good work my friend.
    Alex@nichesitemarketing recently posted..Writing an ebook A Journey of Blog- sweat- and tears

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 16th, 2010 at 10:50 am

    Hi Alex

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment.

    Contratulation’s on finishing you ebook, you must be feeling very proud and if your not, you should be. I have heard that the first ebook is always the hardest and then it just keeps getting easier. We will see.

    It is good to know a fellow Sydneysider with the same interests plus the same people as their mentors i.e. John Thornhill.

    I am on my way now to read your blog and I am sure it won’t be the only time I will visit.

    Talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  41. Hi Robyn
    Great post and lots of helpful comments.
    This is my second time around with John’s Masterclass
    I havnt written my eBook yet and I havnt given up.
    This 100 – blog comment challenge is essential preparation
    (for me anyway) Making comments, replying to comments, social bookmarking and using these cool WP plugins is all fairly new to me.
    I would like to be further along but am pleased that I have made
    reasonably good progress.
    Good luck with your eBook and the challenge
    Eamon

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 16th, 2010 at 10:58 am

    Hi Eamon

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    I have been to your site and I think it looks great and you are doing a great job.

    This challenge is the start of a new direction in a lot of people’s internet marketing career. It gives people incentive to be more social by visiting and commenting on blogs, plus learning so much from so many different people.

    Good luck with your ebook, I am sure with John’s help and guidance we will both get our ebooks finished.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  42. Hi Robyn:

    My name is Fran. I signed up with the 100 comments challenge with Jacinta and Steve. So I have to write and receive comments from the group you are in. Now according to the list I have I came to your blog and read it. I felt bad, knowing that right now you are in a confused (I hope you do not mind me using this word, I wish you the best) state of mind. It is not a good position to be here. Guess what I have an idea. Write two articles. One with all the positives, if you start with JT Master course, and another one with all the negatives. Next day or few days after read both the articles and based on your own words choose one that has more positives and come out of this situation.

    I wish you the best. In the mean time go to my blog and leave a comment about this blogging post, that is a part of this comment writing challenge.

    Thank you
    Fran Aslam
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 17th, 2010 at 1:02 pm

    Hi Fran,

    Thanks for visiting my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Yes, my mind has been a little confused about whether to write my ebook or not but with all the helpful and positive comments that I have been receiving, I have decided to continue but I will complete the book in my own time and not rush it.

    Thanks for your idea about the articles – good idea.

    Good luck in the challenge, talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  43. Hi Robyn

    Trust me, you are not alone! I’m as stucked as you are, and if you see my blog, I’ve not been blogging for months! :(

    My ebook was written halfway, and I’m sort of taking a break and trying to find my focus once again, before continuing again with this journey.

    One thing for sure, I’m not dropping out! I believe the MC works, judging from all the wonderful lessons that we’ve been receiving so far. This MC is one that allows us to learn at our own pace, some achieve it faster, while others slower. As long as we persevere and don’t give up, we’ll be there someday!

    I hope you’ll be able to find your motivation soon and carry on (similarly to what I’m doing now). Hang in there and all the best!

    Rgds
    Vivien
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 17th, 2010 at 12:32 pm

    Hi Vivien,

    Thanks for visiting my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Judging by the comments that I have received, my ‘problem’ seems to be very common. Here I was thinking that I was different, it’s good to know that I am human after all. So many people loose focus, loose motivation which leads to writers block.

    I agree Vivian, as long as we stick with it and don’t give up, we will all get there in the end.

    I will check your blog every now and then and if you are not writing posts, I will contact you and encourage you to, hopefully keep going.

    Good Luck in the Challenge, it has certainly helped my ‘do’ more.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  44. Hi Robyn
    Whatever you do don’t lose heart. Try to maintain your original vision which is why you joined John’s masterclass in the first place. Take me as an example: it took me 21 months to complete John’s 16 week course but I now have a product out there in cyberspace. As a result of completing the course (eventually) I am now bursting with ideas to improve my product offering and to create new ones. Hey, who knows – I might even sell a few!
    If you think it’s taking you long to write consider this quote from Oscar Wilde “I was working on the proof of one of my poems all the morning, and took out a comma. In the afternoon I put it back again”.
    The only tip I can offer about writing is the Nike slogan “Just Do It” Try writing about anything – you managed to compose this post very well. After you’ve built up some writing momentum, maybe go back to your project. I find it difficult to write one article. But once I’ve written one and got a head of steam up I could write all day. It’s the starting that’s difficult. Athletes do warming up exercises before doing their sport. Try and find some warming up exercises for your writing.
    Maybe blog commenting!
    Best regards
    Doug

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 18th, 2010 at 1:42 pm

    Hi Doug,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    Congratulations on finishing John’s course, as John says, it’s not when you finish that’s important, what is important, is that you finish.

    I like the idea of the warming up exercises. My brain get so cold it certainly need to warm up a bit. One thing that has really helped with getting back to writing is the 100 Comments Challenge. So many blogs to visit, so many comments to leave and so many comments to reply to.

    I hope if other people have had the same ‘brain freeze’ as myself that the Challenge has helped them as well.

    Thanks again for dropping by it is very much appreciated.

    Good luck with the Challenge.

    Take care.

  45. Hi Robyn,

    I think we can all subscribe to your feelings!

    I “hit the wall” at regular intervals and have learned to recognize it when it happens. I just go and do something else that day.

    I suspect we all need to get away from internet marketing and brain fog now and again.

    I’m sure someone else has said this but the saying “How do you eat an elephant?” and the reply “One bite at a time” is a good one.

    Good luck with your eBook.

    Dave
    Dave Whittle recently posted..Resale Rights Products Explained

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 18th, 2010 at 10:59 am

    Hi Dave,

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

    Yes, it looks as though ‘writers block’, ‘brain freeze’, ‘hitting the wall’ etc. is a very common problem with internet marketing.

    I now realise that it is how much you want to succeed in this business that will get you through this problem.

    Good luck with the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  46. *hugs to you Robyn* I’ve experienced those moments of uncertainty and a dip in enthusiasm. It’s part of the human experience. No worries :)

    From my understanding, there is no single answer to “should I continue the course?” Everyone is unique. Reframing the question may give a new perspective though. That can produce a clear answer that is right for YOU.

    “Why am I considering a change of course?”

    Is it because of fear based thoughts? Feeling like your results are “not good enough”, you “don’t have what it takes”, or that you “owe someone”? That’s the ego, baby! It loves to tell you untrue stories in hopes that it will keep you “safe”. That’s when it’s often time to reaffirm your commitment to the project and keep going.

    But did you have a passion for the project to begin with? Has your interest paled in comparison to another idea that you are really and truly on fire for? This may be an indication that it’s time to move on.

    Much love to everyone at this crossroad. Victory to you, whatever you choose!

    Peace,

    Lauren
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 18th, 2010 at 11:08 am

    Hi Lauren,

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

    Thanks for the ‘hugs’ they are much appreciated. Sometimes you just need that hug and reassurance to make you feel that life isn’t that bad after all. I remember a quote from John Lennon “Life is what happens while you are busy making other plans”. I don’t think I lost the passion, just life got in the way of making other plans.

    Life will go on and so will the plans, I will just have to be a little bit more organised.

    Thank you for your lovely words and good luck with the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  47. Hi Robyn

    This is something that all of us suffer from and we all go through .. so don’t worry much and keep doing what you are doing .. but with some breaks so that you can free up your mind and back to it (with whatever you are doing – in your case ebook product creation) with full force.

    Being part of the 100 blog comment challenge was reading Mike’s blog about writer’s block blog – I’m sure you’ve found some good tips from there …

    You mentioned that you are going to continue with the course and ebook writing – good stuff, DON’T quit!

    I was on the Working With Alex course (Alex Jeffreys) and I think I have not yet implemented 20% of what was taught. However I will go back to the complete course and re-do it once I complete the tasks at hand.

    Go by the flow and talk to fellow marketers and friends and you’ll be fine. I have been through this and this does keep coming back. But I think that’s all part of the learning process and business :-)

    Keep your spirits high …

    Cheers!
    Abizer

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 18th, 2010 at 11:17 am

    Hi Abizer,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    I agree, Abizer, this is all part of the learning process and we have to learn from our mistakes and from our successes.

    Good luck with your Alex Jeffrey’s course, I am sure you will finish the course in your own time and achieve so much more than by rushing the course just to finish it. As John Thornhill says, it’s not a race.

    Thanks for your kind words and good luck with the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  48. Hi Robyn!

    I believe that EVERYONE (even the biggest internet marketers in the world) is facing these “down” moods so DON’T worry. I am too sometimes. It is very natural getting disappointed and frustrated if you don’t get something right from the first time. Just CONTINUE until you’ve managed finishing each task. (Remember it doenst have to be 100% perfect! – nothing is)

    Everyone is facing different difficulties on each “level” of their I.M. journey but only people that continue are successful. I could give up I.M. 8 year ago!!

    If you decide to give up internet marketing completely (I know that you aren’t but you will feel it a few times in different stages of the course) then you will be VERY UPSET with yourself when you find out, in the future, that lots of other Masterclass students are making good money online. Actually I am 100% sure that many students will be making at LEAST $5,000 in the following years and change their life completely! One of the best marketers like Omar Martin used to be a student of the John Thornhill’s Masterclass!

    If Masterclass Forum has gone quiet is either because they all quit the course and don’t want to succeed online or they learn how to create websites and products and they are WORKING on creating their businesses! You have to continue too! :)

    Yes life is full of decisions and we have to decide each time what to follow. The sure thing is that you have to “CONTINUE” with something!

    Take care,
    Andreas
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 18th, 2010 at 11:24 am

    Hi Andreas,

    Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

    Yes, life is one big decision factory and we learn from our decisions, good and bad. It is how you use your decisions that can make or break who you are. When the going gets tough, the tough get going. I just have to be tough and continue.

    Thanks for your kind words and encouragement, good luck with the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  49. Hi Robyn,

    Welcome home. It seems you are human, after all. Just teasing. I think I heard it said some where it may not be easy but it will be worth it. I also think I heard it said, maybe I read it, I cannot remember which, I have Sometimers Disease, that there is opposition in all things.

    Anything worth while may make you struggle, but is the struggle that makes what we are. Even the little chick has to struggle to get out of the egg. If we help him out he will not survive.

    I certainly not suggesting we do not need and should not receive it , I am suggesting we do need lifes challenges to make us grow. What would there to appreciate if we got everything with no challenges applied?

    Now, I need to follow my own advice. Go get’um tiger. That eBook in is in you. Just type it out.

    Justin
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 18th, 2010 at 1:50 pm

    Hi Justin,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment.

    I like the idea of Sometimers Disease, I sometimes say I have Oldtimers Disease, as you get older the brain really slows down. Well that’s my excuse anyway. Perhaps I should just say to myself, if you don’t use it, you loose it.

    Life can be a struggle and life can have many challenges, it is how we deal with them that makes us grow as a person.

    Thanks for your support and encouragement it is very much appreciated.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  50. Hi Robin.
    I’m not in John class, I’m in Alex Jeffreys coaching. But I can tell you that the “dark mood days” also happens to me. In my last post, regarding the resources you need for build an online business, I talk about “those” resources there are not technical, educational or financial. They’re your inner resources.
    But I would like to advise you a video (only 7 minutes) from Stephen Pierce that I also posted in my blog: the earning curve (no typo here). The link is http://jorge-bento.com/internet-marketing/the-earning-curve/
    I think you’ll like to watch it.
    Cheers and keep the faith
    Jorge
    Jorge@Starting Own Business recently posted..Starting Own Business Online – Identify the Resources

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 18th, 2010 at 1:57 pm

    Hi Jorge,

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

    Congratulations on being part of Alex Jeffreys coaching program. It is good to know that there are genuiene ‘guru’s’ out there, like Alex and John, that are willing to help people not just to make a name for themselves and lots of money.

    I am looking forward to reading our post and watching Stephens video.

    Thank you for being so caring and sharing.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  51. Hi Robyn

    I made a comment on another blog about writers block. What I do is just do something else for a while – do other work or go for a walk and it is amazing where great ideas strike you.

    Another thought is to look at some PLR content in your area, it may just give you the ideas to start those creativity juices. Whatever it takes keep at it as it will give you immense satisfaction to see the finished product.

    Anne

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 18th, 2010 at 2:02 pm

    Hi Anne,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    Yes, writers block seems to ‘attack’ a lot of people and we all have to work through it, work around it or give up. I am too stubborn to give up so I will just have to get my act together and just do it.

    My product may not be the best on the net (when it’s finished) but it will be mine and you are sooo right, the satisfaction I am going to feel is unmeasurable.

    Thanks again for stopping by and good luck with the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  52. Hi Robyn,

    I too have an ebook which I want to compile for my mailing list however at the moment, it’s on the backburner because like yourself, writer’s block makes everything gruelsome. Maybe that’s not the word I want to use but it’s grueling enough to try to write when you can’t. However, blog commenting helps.

    So far with this challenge I’ve seen how commenting opens up the writing process more. Thus, you begin to fill yourself with thoughts which you can carry over to your next post. Also do some backlinking at the same time.

    Hope that helps. Besides, it’s great to be apart of a community which will kick you back up. :)

    See you at the 100th comment!
    Thu
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 19th, 2010 at 9:25 am

    Hi Thu

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    Yes, I agree, the Challenge has really helped a lot of people with ‘writer block’. Just commenting on other peoples blogs makes your brain start working again. The Challenge really came at the right time, especially for me.

    Good luck with your ebook and best wishes for the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  53. Hi Robyn,

    Your thoughts are completely natural and it’s something I am sure many of us in the online business have experienced.

    I too experienced the same trouble when creating my very first product and it can seem so easy to just give up and call it a day but try and remember the reason a lot of us are doing this in the first place – to try and create a better lifestyle for ourselves and our familes.

    The Internet is massive and there is always someone out there who can help whether it be in a forum or on a google search. Do some digging for the informatuion you need and you will find what you are looking for and be sure to always ask for help in the MC forum as they are the best of bunch of people I have come across and someone always comes up with an answer!

    Best of luck!
    Steve Wilkins.
    Steven Wilkins recently posted..Why Do You Need A Mentor

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 19th, 2010 at 9:50 am

    Hi Steve,

    Thank you for visiting my blog and leaving a comment.

    ‘Brain Freeze’, ‘Writers Block’ what ever you want to call it appears to be a very common complaint amongst internet marketers. I haven’t worked out a percentage but most people that have left a comment about this post have suffered from this ‘condition’.

    Yes, I agree totally that the people on the MC Forum are the best. Helpful, giving, sincere to name just a few words that describe these people. Without their help in the past and I am sure, in the future, I would have given up.

    Thanks for your helpful advice it is very much appreciated.

    Good luck in the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  54. Robym, Continue!! No matter how long it takes, just think of the reward and satisfaction that you will feel once you have completed your ebook. I would suggest either taking a break as sometimes when you focus too hard you overlook the obvious and its strange how when you do something else ideas will suddenly come to you.
    The other suggestion I would make is to read around your topic and get other ideas which you can spin or incorporate into your ideas adding your own twist. Good luck and look forward to the end product!
    Tom
    Tom Harvey recently posted..Video Marketing – Anatomy Of A Successful Affiliate Campaign

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 19th, 2010 at 9:59 am

    Hi Tom,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment.

    Yes, I am going to continue to write my ebook but I am going to do it in my own time and not put pressure on myself to finish. I think I was putting so much pressure on myself to have the best ebook with the best content, best graphics, best this, best that, it just didn’t work.

    With the help of the Challenge I am feeling a lot more confident that I can finish. The ebook doesn’t have to be the best ebook ever because I can keep writing ebooks and keep getting better each time.

    Thank you for your helpful suggestions and advice, I really do appreciate it.

    Good luck in the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  55. Great job on the site, it looks wonderful. I am going to bookmark it and will make sure to check often

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 23rd, 2010 at 11:26 am

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my site and also for leaving a comment.

    I hope your come back soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  56. Robyn

    This post has moved me (…and thanks again for popping over to my blog…)

    I read the post and remembered all the times when I was watching other people who were at the same stage as me and wondering what they were doing and how far ahead they were going and I wasn’t!

    When starting out I hit a couple of roadblocks and then the fear set in…

    “Am I really able to do this?”
    “Why is everyone so far ahead and I’m so far behind?”
    “Is my “stuff” going to be as good as theirs, and if not, should I even bother putting it out there?”

    Don’t know what happened, must’ve been reading a book or something, but I changed the way I used my “fear”.

    I decided to to use my fear as a mental trigger to tell me that I’m going in the right direction.

    They say as you get out of your comfort zone you grow as a person, so I constantly started to look for things to make me scared.

    Since that point, my business has really started to take off.

    You will finish that book. Just see anything that’s trying to sop you as a hint that you’re going in the right direction. If you get too comfortable with something, probably means that you and your business is not growing as much as it could be.

    Thanks for the post Robyn.

    Reach new heights

    Nathan
    Nathan Rufus@internet marketing tip recently posted..First The 60 Day Callenge And Now This…

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 23rd, 2010 at 11:36 am

    Hi Nathan

    Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog and also for leaving a comment.

    I agree FEAR is something that can over power people. Fear of failure, Fear of success either way it can be very overwhelming. I am starting to realise that you have to work with fear and not let it take over what you want, let the fear work for you.

    Thanks again for stopping by, I look forward to visiting your site again very soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  57. Hi Robyn,
    I too say – keep trucking!!

    When I hit the block if product production I too nearly gave up but then I “cheated”, grabbed a PLR product and modified it. then I could continue with the course and worry about the product production bit later in my own time without holding up my progress in the course.

    “Cheating” or “adapting, overcoming, working around”???

    Keep it going!

    (PS What wordpress theme are you using – I love it!)

    Jennifer

    100 Blog Comment Challenge entry
    http://jtinternetmarketing.com/internet-marketing-joint-ventures/
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 23rd, 2010 at 11:46 am

    Hi Jennifer,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and also for leaving a comment it is very much appreciated.

    I must admit I have thought very seriously about using PLR products but I wanted to do it myself. I am now “reassessing the situation.” It is better to create something than have nothing at all, I just need to get my act together and just do it.

    I am glad you liked my theme it is – ProSense-Grey by Dosh Dosh and The Wrong Advices

    Hope you visit again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  58. Hi Robyn,

    Thank you for a great post, you are saying what I am feeling too and like you, I am also learning that we are not alone.

    I too am on with product creation in the masterclass and finding it a struggle, but I am determind not to be beaten by it. Judging by all the positive comments you are receiving I know you will not give up as well.

    It is so disheartening when you feel that everyone else knows what they are doing and you just feel that you can never be as successful as them.

    But one thing I have learned from everyone I have been in contact with is that it is normal to feel this way. This is when it is most crucial not to give up!

    So Robyn, I am sure you will make this happen for you. Just look at what you have achieved so far, your blog looks great and the progress you are making is a credit to you.

    So keep up the brilliant work and do keep in touch.

    Good to meet you on the challenge.

    Best Wishes,

    Brian
    Brian Alcock recently posted..So You Failed…So What!!

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 23rd, 2010 at 11:56 am

    Hi Brian,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Isn’t it good to know that we are human, that other people suffer from the same problem? I agree, with all the positive comments, giving up would be a big mistake. If other people have had the same problem, continued and made their business a success, why can’t we!

    Good luck with the challenge, it is nice to know that we are not alone and that we have the support of other people on the challenge.

    I look forward to visiting your site again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  59. Hi, Robyn,

    Yes, I think all newbies have been through this point. Write out and stick near your computer:

    “Quitters don’t win and winners don’t quit”

    With regards to a product – I just couldn’t get my head around making one so I went the PLR route for now. Too much else to learn to do that as well. Maybe find one you like, revamp it and use that for your 1st product

    Keep trucking

    Jennifer
    100Blog comment entry:
    http://jtinternetmarketing.com/internet-marketing-joint-ventures/
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 23rd, 2010 at 12:04 pm

    Hi Jennifer,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Yes, I must admit, that quote I have liked for a very long time but sometimes it all seems like too much to cope with.

    The fog is now starting to lift and I can see light at the end of the tunnel. I am a fighter not a quitter, so whether I go for a ‘redo’ of a PLR book or keep writing, the ebook will be finished.

    Good luck in the Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  60. To quote the movie The Patriot with Mel Gibson – “Stay the course”

    I took a look at your blog and I think you are doing a great job here.
    What you need to do is start thinking about your blog as your own company, this is not just a hobby it is a company.

    It is a job, albeit a very fun job, but still a job and that means there are some demands. The first, you have to “go to work” spend the time you have signed up for and get as much done as possible.

    What you also need to do is think about what are you offering your readers? Is this just a blog about someone elses product? (the course you are taking) or is there something truly beneficial with you and your company that might help me as a visitor achieve something.

    Your product, what will it solve? Why should I buy it? Who am I who need it and so on, these questions need answering, once you have put your head down and get to work.

    If you only problem is getting words on paper, then all is good.
    Go back to the drawing board and get scientific about it.
    Start planning it out instead, start deciding what needs to be said, where, when, in what order? Then you can craft the different chapter titles, then in text titles and so on.

    Once you have the skeleton done the writing should be easier.

    Hope this helped :)
    Daniel M. Wood @ Sales Techniques, Motivation and Success recently posted..Back To Work! Back To Work! Back To Work!

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 23rd, 2010 at 12:45 pm

    Hi Daniel

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    I had never really thought about my blog being a company!! You are so correct, it is my company and I am the boss. I have to think about how I can make my company the best on the internet.

    Thanks for all your great advise, I really appreciate it.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  61. Robyn:

    You have gotten lots of encouragement and advice in the comments here. I can encourage you but it truly has to be something that you want to do. I understand what you are going through as I have been there myself.

    I don’t know if you will be selling or giving away the e-book. If you do not feel comfortable writing an e-book, let me offer a couple of suggestions. Instead of writing an e-book, write a 5 to 7 page report. A second option would be to outsource it. Another option would be to use several e-zine articles from other authors to create an e-book (you would of course have to leave their bio with the article). These are a few ideas to get you started until you get more comfortable.

    I really hope you decide to stick with it. Just think back to why you wanted to start doing this in the first place and hopefully that will be the motivation you need.

    Good luck to you and I look forward to keeping up with your progress.

    - Rick
    Rick Byrd @ MarketingWithRick.com recently posted..Should We Remove the Dates From Our Blogs Posts

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 23rd, 2010 at 1:07 pm

    Hi Rick,

    Thanks for taking the time to stop by my blog and leave a comment.

    It isn’t until you start getting comments from people that you realise that you are not alone and that people want to help.

    Thank you for your great ideas, all I need to do now is to start putting plans into action.

    Good luck with the Challenge, hope to catch up again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  62. Hi Robyn!

    I have certainly been in that spot before – going back and forth in my mind about whether I should continue on with something or not. It’s so easy to get stuck up in my mind over it and let myself be paralyzed by analyzing it. ;)

    I’ve learned that just taking action can go a long way toward clearing up the doubt. Any action. Write a few pages for the ebook, get a new blog post written and up, spend some time writing and email newsletter, or anything else that you can take action on to move forward. We can’t figure things out by thinking them through – we have to get in action and see how it works out in the real world. This has been so huge for me, as I tend to just let my mind spin and get nowhere. ;)

    I’m sure you’ll figure this out for yourself as well. :) You are certainly not alone, and it was great to meet you and read your story on this issue! :)
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 23rd, 2010 at 1:45 pm

    Hi Jess

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment.

    Action is the word! If you want to succeed in what you want to do, whether it be creating a website/blog or writing an ebook or anything else in life, the best way to start is by taking action.

    I realise with all the wonderful comments that I have received that it is up to me to take action and ‘just do it’.

    Thanks again for visiting my blog and leaving such great tips they are very much appreciated.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  63. Hey Robyn,

    I think the “down times” happen to everyone. You certainly are not alone. I have times where I won’t pick up my laptop for a couple of days, then, all of a sudden, I grab it and try to “catch up” on the things I should have been doing.

    About your e-book…sounds to me like you’re already at least half-way there. You got the domain and you’ve written ten pages. Most e-books I get are 18-25 pages. Some are longer, but they are the exception…so I say, bear with your down time and you’ll rebound fresh and passionate again.

    I also think you should continue with John Thornhill’s course. Everyone needs a mentor and you’re fortunate to be where you are. I would give anything to be in his class.

    The Masterclass Forum sounds like a very nurturing place…something you need now and will miss dearly if you quit the course.

    Hope all works out for you. Thanks for the blog and sharing with us.

    Till next time,

    Kat
    Kat@eBayLearning recently posted..10 Tips to Buying Cars on eBay Motors

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 24th, 2010 at 2:40 pm

    Hi Kat

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and leave a comment.

    Yes, it appears that many, many people have ‘down times’, I just didn’t realise how many until I wrote this post. I think if we can all stay strong and true to ourselves, we will all come out of it at the other end a lot smarter, stronger people.

    I am going to finish my ebook (in my own time), certainly continue learning from the master himself, John Thornhill and never give up being part of the Masterclass Forum.

    Thanks again for visiting, I hope your come back again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  64. Hi Robyn,

    Many thanks for your post.

    The one comment that really struck me was:

    “I had a bit of a problem trying to work out a niche, should I go with something I know about or find something that might be more ‘sellable’?”

    For your first product I would absolutely recommend creating a product in a niche you know well. Please do not get bOgged down in whether it will sell OR NOT, I will be blunt – you need to go through the whole process of getting a product online – afterwards you can review and move on.

    Please get back to me if you would like to discuss this further but after 10 years in the business I see your story all the time and it really shouldn’t be a problem.

    Let’s get on Skype and brainstorm some ideas and get you back on track!

    Kind Regards

    Andy
    Andy Brown recently posted..The 4 Essentials Every Affiliate Program Should Have

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 25th, 2010 at 2:12 pm

    Hi Andy,

    Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    Yes, I think my problem all started when I thought about how ‘successful’ my ebook was going to be instead of the actual creation of the ebook. Now that I have stopped comparing other ebooks in my niche, I feel a lot more comfortable to continue with the book.

    Thanks for your offer of help, it is very much appreciated. My skype address is robyn.campbell777.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  65. [...] 14, Robyn Campbell: http://robyn-campbell.com/286/to-continue-or-not-to-continue-%E2%80%93-that-is-the-question/ [...]

  66. Hi Robyn

    Great post & love the site!

    I’ve lost count the amount of times that I’ve wondered “Can I do this” or “Lets call it a day”.

    However, I just go through JT’s training material & talk to you great folk on the Masterclass forum. It always works.

    You may doubt yourself now but don’t think it’s just you…we’re all the same!

    Just take it one day at a time and you’ll soon realise what you need to do.

    You’re welcome to drop me a line anytime – I’ll be glad to help.

    Stay healthy

    Alex.
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 25th, 2010 at 2:17 pm

    Hi Alex,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    I agree, we are so lucky to have the incredible training from John and the unconditional support from the Masterclass forum. It appears that a lot of people have dropped out of the training, I think you just have to be strong and as you say, take one day at a time.

    Thanks for the offer of help, it is very much appreciated, talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  67. Hello Robyn,

    Your post is on a topic that many people think about. I was in John’s MasterClass in 2009 and I had life get in my way, which I have commented on in other blogs.

    I had some bad things happen to me and my family, but I don’t want them to be an excuse for failure. They simply delayed me from getting to the finish line!

    Keep taking “baby steps” and take advantage of all the great people you have to help you. Just don’t quit and you will be OK!

    All the best to you!

    Mark

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 25th, 2010 at 2:25 pm

    Hi Mark,

    Thanks for visiting my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    First, I want to say I hope that everything has worked out O.K. for your and your family.

    Life does get in the way of living sometimes and it doesn’t matter how much we try, we cannot ignore what life creates for us. One thing that I have learnt is that when things are tough, you become a lot stronger as a person and can cope with life a lot better.

    I am so glad you got to the finish line, as John says, it’s not a race, you just have to finish.

    Thanks again for stopping by. Talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  68. Hi Robyn,
    We all have stage fright. Keep writing. Just sit down and write what is in your mind. It does not have to be logical. It does not have to even make sense. Don’t worry about mistakes, grammar, structure etc. Just write, write, write.
    Be passionate about you and The Law Of Attraction will fill your mind with ideas that you will need to write down.
    Write on the bus, write in the “can”, carry paper & pen…
    I am part of the 100 comment challenge at http://theequest.com/?p=3018.
    Pierre,
    Nice to meet you, fellow writer.

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 25th, 2010 at 2:29 pm

    Hi Pierre

    Thank you for visiting my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    When I suffer from ‘writers block’ I forget all that I have read and all that I have learnt regarding The Law of Attraction, The Secret etc. Thanks for reminding me and making me stop and think more positively. What I need to do now is act on those positive thoughts.

    Thanks again.

    Good luck with the challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  69. Hi Robyn,

    I finally got here! Now that I have all the contributors on board I can slowly get around to everyone’s blogs and have a read and see what everyone is up to. :D

    Firstly: You have had some absolutely awesome and amazing replies to your post, it is inspiring!

    Second: Would you believe it took me 12 months to actually complete John’s 16 week course from 2008. I started that course in the July and I didn’t finish it until half way through last year when I was doing Masterclass. Plus I still have tasks from last years masterclass I haven’t completed yet!

    Stay positive & Stay focused!

    One Day, One Task At A Time! That has been my moto the last 12 months.

    Cheers

    Jacinta :D
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 25th, 2010 at 2:34 pm

    Hi Jacinta,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    I agree, I have had some really incredible replies, they certainly make me feel that I am not alone in this great big internet world. The comments have also helped my realise that I can do this, I can keep going but I am going to go at my own pace. I don’t care how long it takes, I will finish the course and I will write the ebook.

    Thanks again for stopping by, talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  70. Hi Robyn, you’re a very open and honest person and it’s nice to meet you. You’re getting such great comments from everyone. I totally empathize with you Robyn and I’ve had a similar experience some time ago. When I started I couldn’t see the next step stone on the path. Everything was a fog. I like the fog in a way so I stuck with it. I was often in despair and I didn’t like the feeling one bit. I just decided to deflect the bad and absorb the good and to start feeling good about my life all the time and knowing that if I’ve helped anyone along it’s been worth it even if “great success” eludes me I’m happy doing something I like. In a way, I’ve let go of success so I can simply be a success, naturally. Be well, Steve D.
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 26th, 2010 at 1:00 pm

    Hi Steve,

    Thanks for taking the time to stop by my blog and leave a comment.

    I certainly agree, I have received some really amazing comments. It also appears that most people go through a period where they suffer from writers block.

    So glad that you stuck with the fog and have managed to come out on the other side still feeling as though you want to continue on the path that your were on. Success is very different to everyone, success can be making a million dollars or success can be writing a good blog post. Success is how you feel and everyone has different feelings. We can all be successful in our own way.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  71. Hello Robyn,

    I had left a comment on this post a few days ago, but something strange was happening to comments I was leaving that day. It is still a mystery to me.

    I will leave you a condensed version of what I said earlier. Basically, just go for it! If you fall behind, don’t worry about it. Go at your own pace, have fun and you will end up where you want to go.

    I wish you all the best!

    Mark

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 26th, 2010 at 1:04 pm

    Hi Mark,

    Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment, sorry your comments didn’t ‘happen’ the other day.

    Your condensed version is how I feel. I, and everyone else, who suffers from writers block, has to take it one day at a time and not worry about when you finish as long as you finish. Like you said just go for it!!

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  72. Hi Robyn,
    I do not believe anything great comes without a challenge. With that being said. I do not give up on things just because I meet resistance. I feel if you have to work a little harder to accomplish a goal, it only makes victory that much sweeter.

    Much Success,

    Lorina Noble
    Miss Mindset Makeover
    Millionaire Mindset
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 26th, 2010 at 1:10 pm

    Hi Lorina,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and also for leaving a comment.

    I agree that nothing great comes without a challenge. Life itself is a challenge, it is how we use the strength and courage that we get from those challenges that makes our life the way that we want it to be.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  73. Hi Robyn,

    I think you’re marvelous,you’ve written 10 pages already that’s a success in itself. I get writers block when leaving a comment.

    I really enjoyed reading your post. Unlike many
    you have a mentor and a wonderful community of like minded people around you, you’re already half way there.

    Just take it step by step and keep focused on how good you will feel when your e book is finished I’m sure it will be great especially if the content on your blog is anything to go by.

    To your success
    Michelle

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 26th, 2010 at 1:18 pm

    Hi Michelle,

    Thank you for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    I really appreciate all the nice things that you said in your comment. Having a mentor like John Thornhill and the support of the Masterclass forum certainly makes continuing an easy option.

    I think we should all take life one step at a time and try and keep focused on what we want out of life.

    Hope you come back and visit my blog again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  74. Hi Robyn, In the words of Michael Jackson..”You are not alone – I am here for you” – along with everyone else on the MC forum.
    This topic has got to be the one that affects the most people.
    I don’t suppose there is an easy answer-thats the challenge I guess.
    Take your time, as JT has mentioned on more than one occasion, it’s about you doing this course and it’s content in your own time. You will get there in the end of that I am sure, grit your teeth and persevere.. on that note I have now got ‘block’ lol
    Best of luck in all you do Robyn
    Keith
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 9th, 2010 at 1:42 pm

    Hi Keith,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    Yes, brain freeze, writers blog or whatever you want to call it, seems to be a universal problem. I now keep saying to myself everyday, it is not a race, take one page at a time, as long as you finish the course. Thankfully, John and everyone else on the forum help to inspire me and everyone else who is part of the Masterclass course. Knowing that you have that support really helps.

    Hope to talk again soon, see you in the forum.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  75. Hi Robyn,

    Finishing a project can be very fulfilling. You have a made a good start and i think you have to continue it. Reading your articles really get me impress. I believe you have all the potential to finish the project.

    Good luck with the challenge and with your business.
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 9th, 2010 at 1:28 pm

    Hi Tamara,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog.

    I am glad that you like my articles/posts and yes, I will be continuing but I am going to go one page, one day at a time and not rush. Slow and steady wins the race.

    Thanks again for stopping by I hope you can visit again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  76. Hey Robyn – we all face challenges at some stage in our lives, sometimes they’re in life and other times in our work. I think the key to success is to front up to the challenge and find a way to beat it. Personally I love a challenge because I think life would be pretty dull without them.

    Good luck with your ebook I’m sure you will finish it and it will be worth reading.

    Clare
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 30th, 2010 at 10:59 am

    Hi Clare,

    Thanks for visiting my site and for leaving a comment.

    I am not sure whether I would say I love a challenge (or some challenges anyway) but I do know that they make you a much stronger person. Yes, I will finish my ebook and hopefully it will be worth reading and even if it’s not, at least I have achieved what I have set out to do.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  77. Hello Robyn,

    You definitely do not have to worry unduly about getting a bit stuck with your product and suggestions to take a short break from it are a good idea. Many people have the same problem. One of the great things about John’s Masterclass is that you have all the resources and lessons on your computer and it does not matter if you take a different pace. I have, as sometimes other things have to be done, either with other work or family or such.
    As for inspiration for your product, I’ve seen good suggestions before to carry a small notebook with you and if you think of things about your ebook jot them down straight away, then when you have a bit of time to work on it, you will have a few things to inspire you to write some more.
    It will come with time. Good luck.

    Cheers

    Dave
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 30th, 2010 at 11:13 am

    Hi Dave,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    I agree, with John’s Masterclass you can achieve what you want AND you can achieve it at your own pace. When the Product Creation section came along I think I went into panic mode which created the writers block. Now I realise that I should just calm down and take each day as it comes and finish in my own time, as long as I finish.

    Thanks for the tip about the notebook, I must admit as I get older I do get a little bit more forgetful.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  78. John’s statement of it is not a race is soooooo true. Do not compare the speed at which you complete something with someone else’s rate. You need to work through at a pace that is comfortable for you. As long as you continue to take action and not stop, that is the key. John is a great guy to have as a mentor. Heed his advice, follow his plan, and you should go far!

    Jerry
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 30th, 2010 at 11:37 am

    Hi Jerry,

    Thanks for dropping by my blog.

    John’s statement regarding ‘it is not a race’, I agree, is very true. When I got to the Production Creation of the course and found that the mind went blank, I really struggled. I know now that if I go at my own pace, I will finish the ebook and the rest of the course without putting myself under so much pressure.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  79. Hi Robyn,

    Do you want to know a secret? I’m a student of John’s original Coaching Program (yes, before he renamed it to the Masterclass). I think this was back in 2008 that I started… it’s now almost the end of 2010 and I STILL haven’t completed all my lessons :) But I did get my product for that class created!

    Remember you don’t have a time limit for your product – sure you want to finish it on the schedule you are given, we all do. But if you force your product creation it wont be what you want it to be. When the time is right – it will pour from your fingers!!

    Good luck and feel free to contact me if you need any help!

    Gwen

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 9th, 2010 at 12:58 pm

    Hi Gwen,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog.

    I agree, pushing yourself to do things just makes things worse. Take it a day at a time, a page at a time. As John says, it’s not a race.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  80. Hi Robyn
    This is a very interesting question. I think the important thing is to ask why we are doing things. It is inevitable that problems will arise along the way, everyone has them in one form or another.

    If you really want something then the problems become challenges, It can be easy to become too focused on the immediate challenge,and the goal can seem to be impossible.
    I had my own manufacturing business for many years and I can hardly remember a contract that did not have some kind of clitch or another and sometimes I thought why am I doing this…I can really relate to what you are saying…. The thing is the contracts got delivered anyway.
    I think your blog post is great hang on in there
    All the best
    Vince

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 31st, 2010 at 11:04 am

    Hi Vince,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    Yes, I agree, when you keep focusing on your problems, they become even harder challengers. I realise now that we all should focus on the ‘end product’ and not let the small problems get in the way of creating the best product that we can.

    Thanks again for stopping by, I hope you can come back again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  81. Robyn,

    I find the best motivation comes from having a clear picture of what I want to achieve over a range of time periods. It can be a little dull sitting down working that all out but once the picture is reasonably clear it helps tremendously with motivation to continue.

    I have a long term goal to transition from my current day job to earning income from online activities (notice I did not say ‘retire’) in a little under 5 years from now. There are some intermediate goals but when I get down to the monthly time period I have set specific activity and monetary goals. I break these down to weekly activities and then set about achieving at least one significant thing each day. The more the merrier :-)

    That way when the fog thickens and I seem to be struggling to see clearly where I am going I take out my plans and remind myself where I am on my journey, what my next step is and how I can achieve that next goal. It may not work for everyone but it sure works for me.

    Cheers, Michael.
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 31st, 2010 at 11:13 am

    Hi Michael,

    Thanks for dropping by my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Goals – how many have them and how many actually achieve them. I can see that you are an achiever and I believe that we all should take a lesson from you and start working out our goals, write them down and have a look at them when we have ‘foggy thoughts’.

    Thanks for sharing Michael, it is very much appreciated.

    I hope you can visit again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  82. Hi Robyn

    Take a break is what I say. Its surprising how some time away from it all can recharge your batteries and give you the strenght to carry on with what you want to achieve.

    Think about your WHY when times are hard. The WHY your doing this in the first place and if you want your WHY bad enough you will take the actions needed to make your WHY come true.

    Good luck

    Dawn Kay
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 31st, 2010 at 11:23 am

    Hi Dawn,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and for leaving a comment.

    Yes, I agree, when the going gets too hard, we need to take a break and then look back and focus on why you started doing this in the first place.

    Now that the fog is lifting, thanks to the 100 Comments Challenge, it is time to focus on the Why, the How and the When.

    Thanks again for stopping by, I hope you can come back again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  83. Hi Robyn
    Lots of fantastic comments so you must have really hit the spot!
    In fact, there’s an eBook buried right here in this blog section.
    Best of luck with whatever path you choose.
    Regards
    Mike
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    August 31st, 2010 at 11:26 am

    Hi Mike,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    Yes, I can’t believe I have received so many incredible helpful and sincere comments. I have not thought about it before, perhaps I should write an ebook on what to do when you have so much fog in you brain that you can’t see the keyboard. Great idea.

    Thanks again for stopping by, hope you can come back again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  84. Man…I have totally been where you are about lots of things in my life. My best suggestion is to find something to do that is “fun” and try to get that joy back in blogging. I haven’t been through the course, but with this 100 Blog Challenge have met some great people that have! I hope you’re able to work your way out of this funk…

    I appreciate the post!

    Patrick

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 6th, 2010 at 1:40 pm

    Hi Patrick,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and for leaving a comment.

    I am glad that you have enjoyed the 100 Comment Challenge and I hope you get a chance to check out John Thornhill’s Marketing Masterclass course, it really is the best stepping stone to success. The 100 Comment Challenge has certainly helped with my writers block, now the challenge is over, I need to get back into writing my ebook and blog posts, one step at a time.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  85. Hi Robyn,

    We all get these feelings I’m sure. If you have enjoyed doing something for a considerable time then giving up just because of some roadblocks is probably not a good idea.

    People can go quiet in the forums and it is usually because they put their focus somewhere else.

    I hope that you will make the right decision for you and from what you’ve indicated I think that you will press on.
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 9th, 2010 at 1:11 pm

    Hi Vance,

    Thanks for taking the time to stop by my blog.

    You are correct, I will be pressing on but I will be going at my own pace and not putting myself under pressure to do everything by a certain time. Taking a step at a time, seems a lot easier than racing to the finish and falling at the finish line.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  86. Hi Robyn,
    We all go through some roadblock that interferes with our writing efforts and the way around it is to keep pushing through. You may stop to reflect; exercise, take a drive, do something else for a moment and then continue.Don’t give up.
    Stopped by on my 11th hour visit for the 100 comment challenge.
    Best,
    Elizabeth
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 6th, 2010 at 11:30 am

    Hi Elizabeth,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and taking the time to leave a comment.

    Roadblocks, writers block and any other name you call not being able to write what you want can be very upsetting but I have now found that if you take one day at a time, life is a lot easier.

    I hope you had fun with the 100 Comment Challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  87. Robyn, some of the time I have used public domain books or articles to jump start an ebook on certain subjects. Manybooks.net is loaded with PD works and is easier to navigate by category than Project Gutenberg (gutenburg.org or in Australia (gutenberg.net.au), but I’ve always found something to kick start or inject more content into a product with from there. It’s kind of like adding yeast to a lump of dough to get it to start cooking. Sorry for the cooking analogy, but couldn’t resist!

    Best of Luck!
    John
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 6th, 2010 at 11:36 am

    Hi John,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog and for leaving a comment.

    I haven’t heard of manybooks.net or gutenburg.org before I will certainly be checking them out, thanks for the tip. I have thought about using PLR ebooks or articles but felt that I should try and use my own words. That hasn’t worked very well so perhaps I should just go with the PLR for the first ebook and when I have more experience, go with my own words. Hopefully this will give me a ‘recipe to success’.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  88. Hi Robin,
    I feel the exact same you do should I quit or not this product creation, do more research or not, frustrated with it all I just took a break from it and I am still on it knowing that I need to get back to it, but I’m not ready mood does make a difference and life happens the things that have to be done and then the unpredicted things that will always be there lurking only to sneak up on us when you least expect it.
    I am still thinking about product creation week 8 think I need to go back and start there again and see what I missed what I can come up with, never to give up but succeed. Hey maybe we can help each other help ourselves. Also what I have learned from all this blog hopping is we could do nothing and nothing will happened or Take Action and make it happened. When I see your blog header I wish I could see it in person well maybe someday Robin it’s awesome.
    Have a great day.
    Enjoy the Challenge.
    Mike
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 6th, 2010 at 11:47 am

    Hi Mike,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog.

    In a strange way it is very comforting to know that I am not alone with my writers block. It means that if other people have the same problem that we can all stick together and encourage each other to keep going and not give up.

    Stick with it Mike because with the help of John Thornhill, the Masterclass Forum and taking one step at a time, we can all achieve what we want.

    Talk soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  89. If nothing else, you’ve managed to receive over 155 comments on one blog post. That is a fabulous achievement! Keep at it – no giving up yet. There’s so much to learn and it really is fun!
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 6th, 2010 at 11:56 am

    Hi Cheryl,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog.

    I must admit receiving so many comments on my blog really does give a ‘boost’ of encouragement. With so many helpful and sincere comments, I am looking forward to learning so much more and succeeding with my ebook creation.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  90. Hi Robyn

    What a great post, I think it describes feelings that each and every one of us gets from time to time, but you certainly don’t sound like a quitter and I’m sure you’ll get over the hump.

    If you feel like you need a break, take one. Put it out of your mind and concentrate on something completely different for a while. Then hopefully, you’ll return refreshed and full of enthusiasm.

    Good luck!

    Warm regards
    Lynn

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 6th, 2010 at 12:16 pm

    Hi Lynn,

    Thanks for stopping by my blog.

    Getting over the hump can be very hard to do when you loose the confidence to know what, how etc. to write. With all the incredible comments that I have received the only way to go is one step at a time, one page at a time. The 100 Comment Challenge has certainly helped and I think it has also helped a lot of other people take that one extra step.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  91. Hi Robyn

    Made it to your blog at last, great post regarding your dilema and a lot of other people’s as well if they are honest.

    You are already a success, how many people that show an interest in internet marketing have set up a great blog like yours? – 5% at the most I would think, success doesn’t have to mean great wealth.

    I am useless at the technical aspects of blogs and websites but I have a great techie friend who is an expert, so I am happy to let him do that side of things while I do the writing. I suppose you could call it outsourcing.

    You don’t have to follow the herd, be an individual, there are other ways to make money on the internet than writing ebooks. I have had a physical book published, and I am certainly no writer in the traditional sense, so even though I have no problem with writers block, I already have plans for one of these alternatives.

    I am sure it will all come good in the end and don’t forget ‘you are not a failure until you quit’.

    Regards

    Bill
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 6th, 2010 at 12:33 pm

    Hi Bill,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog.

    Thanks for all of your wonderful supportive comments, it makes me realise that I am not alone in this thing call the ‘bloggerverse’. When you suffer from writers blog, you think that you are the only one but I can now see that it is something that a lot of people suffer from and with help and support from people you can achieve what you want.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  92. Hi, Robyn,
    Better late than never. I say keep on keeping on! Don’t give up. Never surrender! Take it one day at a time. One page at a time.
    And you will finish.
    Best of luck,
    Fran T
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 9th, 2010 at 1:19 pm

    Hi Fran,

    Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog.

    No, I will not be waving any white flag, I will continue but I will go at my own pace, one page, one day at a time.

    I hope you have enjoyed the 100 comment challenge.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  93. This is a very interesting point of view. Your blog is refreshing, but I wish one could find more content, though. I am looking forward to reading more from you. Keep up the good work. thanks.

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 9th, 2010 at 1:20 pm

    Hi, thanks for stopping by my blog and for leaving a comment.

    I am glad you enjoy my bog and hopefully I will be able to concentrate on adding more content very soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  94. Robyn,
    You raise an important question about getting clear on our choices. I believe we should give things we commit to our best shot and then review what we have accomplished and what’s the best step to take next. Sometimes, the answer might be to move on or in a new direction. Reflect on your goals and make the necessary changes. Did my last comment end in your spam box? I used the name ElizOF.
    This is my second go around to make sure everyone’s post gets a tweet for the 100 comment challenge. I have tweeted your post. I am #68 on Jacinta’s list. I wrote about the value of a positive mental attitude. If you didn’t leave me the requisite comment on my blog post, one will be appreciated!
    Thanks,
    Elizabeth
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    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    September 9th, 2010 at 1:24 pm

    Hi Elizabeth,

    Thanks for stopping by. No your comment didn’t end up in the spam folder, I have just had a lot of ‘family issues’ at the moment and have not been able to get to the computer as often as I would like to.

    It is now time to reflect on my goals as you say and take each day at a time and get on with life.

    Thanks again for stopping by.

    Take care.

    Robyn

  95. Hi Robyn

    You are absolutely on the button. There are many people out there working ON THEIR OWN, networking with blogs, and dong adswaps etc., can help stop thm feeling ALONE and LONELY.

    Most of us have low days, sometimes very low days.

    YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

    I have started to incorporate some motivational stuff in my posts. If it helps one person each time, that’s better than none. I also post some rubbish (UK) garbage (US) posts, just for fun. After all, if someones’s down, why not make ‘em smile. It may just help.

    If you come over to see me, look for the ‘Chaos’ post. Oh yes – see if you can find Gerald!!!

    Best wishes in you venture

    Alan

    PS.
    There’s only one ad on my site, but -
    It’s excellent, I use it myself, and it’s free!
    The 5 minute video will explain, with no Opt in too.
    I get paid $3 by Google if you use it, but you could do the same. Take a look.

    Robyn Campbell Reply:
    October 7th, 2010 at 9:43 am

    Hi Alan

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and for leaving a comment.

    Yes, I certainly agree, sitting on the internet, in a room by yourself can be very lonely. Hopefully by writing blog posts etc. that appeal to people, you can help other people and yourself from feeling alone.

    If everyone can inspire and help people all over the world, the world would be a better place.

    I am looking forward to checking out your site.

    Hope your can come back again soon.

    Take care.

    Robyn

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  98. Hi Robyn!

    This is a really great post! Largely because depending on what a person is facing, it can be a very difficult question!!

    I recall when I started my very business, a semi truck, I approached it with the attitude that; “Failure is not an option”. So anything that needed to be done was done!

    Fast forward to today … a couple million miles, and several bumps on the head later, and I’m not so guhn-hoo to; “get it done – what ever the cost!”

    I really enjoyed your post saying; Life is full of decisions, sometimes we make the right ones, and sometimes we don’t. Either way we have to live with our decisions and learn from them.

    It speaks to self responsibility, and even accountability. Two things that are some times lost in today society.

    Plus, I’m probably going to have to steal the wonder saying/quote you gave us – a problem shared is a problem solved. Great stuff!

    Thank you Robyn!

    Ryan M. Ziems

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