Ernest Hemingway's Favorite Writing Exercise

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[@UpInTheAtticJSW]

I've been reading and reading about Hemingway for decades, but your video held me from beginning to end. This is how great writers endure: through people who can appreciate AND ARTICULATE why they are great.

[@DaBerryBest42]

1. Observe and write it all down 2. Empathize and understand 3. Practice these over and over

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nice

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@@Bez00But, worth it.

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Thanks

[@tmotus84]

@@Bez00is that’s how you felt, then you missed the point of being a writer

[@tmotus84]

@@Bez00 rude of you to want a shortcut in a craft that works to avoid shortcuts and begs to observe the intricacies of life

[@JammCo]

These skills shouldn’t just be practiced in writing but in our everyday life. Great video.

[@InkwellMedia]

So true! Thank you!

[@marknewton6984]

I wish I could write like him.😎

[@sarcasmo57]

Never underestimate the importance of being Ernest.

[@greggoreo6738]

When you feel you're making no headway, you're probably making heming way. Lean into and write forward. Respectfully submitted for your consideration Gregg Oreo Long Beach CA etats unis

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That’s wild

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Wilde,clever wit!!!!

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[@Razdanvinodk]

A man can be destroyed but not defeated . Hemingway is an all time favourite writer of mine! Love his writings, specially went to key west from India to see the Hemingway house; it was a pilgrimage of sorts for me…….

[@marknewton6984]

You have good taste.

[@jumpingship3001]

These are life skills that we should practice. Reading and writing with your whole being is magical and rewarding. Keep at it people.

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Agreed! Thanks for your comment.

[@happymaskedguy1943]

What does ‘writing with your whole being’ even mean? It’s nonsense. Make the effort and try to write with emotion.

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@@InkwellMedia Your welcome.

[@casey3635]

​@@happymaskedguy1943 Ah, I understand the skepticism! Writing with your whole being isn't about penning a grocery list with fervor-it's about infusing your words with depth and authenticity. It's about channeling your experiences, emotions, and observations into your writing, creating a tapestry of human expression. If that's 'nonsense,' then maybe we should all embrace a bit more nonsense in our lives. After all, writing with emotion is just the tip of the iceberg, writing with your whole being is diving deep into the waters of creativity and connection.

[@jumpingship3001]

​@@casey3635 I appreciate your comment. Said like a teacher helping someone along.

[@fortissimoX]

Although I'm no writer and have no intention of becoming one, I've clicked this video knowing that there would be some good universal advice. And surely, it was there. Thanks.

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Thanks for watching!

[@GuineaPigEveryday]

Practicing empathy is something everyone and anyone should do

[@julesanderson5802]

What a crazy way to get advice tracking down a writer showing up to their house then going on a boat with them is wild

[@delstanley1349]

Sounds like the makings for a Stephen King novel, or a Patricia Highsmith 😁

[@7deepbreaths.sounds]

Makes you wish you were alive in the early 20th century

[@CulturedCarlo]

Sounds a lot like mindfulness!

[@jancoley9051]

You didnt insist, or plead, or repeat to hit the like button or beg us to subscribe, but I enjoyed this so much I will do both. This was so inspirational, this can be considered a "feel good video" Also such a smooth voice and flawless delivery. Surely there is more pleasure and learning you are willing to share, so I have signed up. Also this has made me realize that I need and must return to my journal for my own satisfaction and sanity. Thank you.

[@AntPictures]

You need not judge but understand. That's probably the most important advice you can give a person of any craft.

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So true!

[@phyllisjeanfulton]

On some level, this applies to all areas of art. ❤

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Absolutely!

[@markmarco2880]

To observe and to attempt to experience the pain and passion of others…is empathy in action. You can be bankrupted of freedom in the prison of your mind and at the same time be liberated in knowledge. This through the observation of Nature. Thank you for this post, so rich am I.🌿🐇

[@Acacius1992]

Good then i an give up trying being a writer. Nothing bores me more then to experience or observe others or nature

[@philm9593]

I'm a procrastinator of the worst kind. Really terrible. However, these Hemingway exercises might give me the kick I need. Loved your presentation. Thank you.

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Thank you, Phil!

[@Lizard1582]

Surely...

[@lonewolf5238]

As a past future president of the Procrastinators Club I admire your courage. We expected to have held our inaugural meeting again last week but no one showed up 😋

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@@lonewolf5238 😂😂

[@redtobertshateshandles]

I read about Soichiro Honda once. His philosophy was first make something. Then improve it. Whilst I'm not a writer, I had procrastination many times before making a part or repairing a car or motorcycle. Starting at the beginning is a good start.

[@jancoley9051]

You did an excellent job presenting this information. Just truly enjoyable to hear your perspective.

[@jimrodgers854]

I read the book 40 years ago in Las Vegas. I actually read it 3 times to get all I could from it. I'm a painter who answers art issues through authors and musicians and actors and their resolutions. Looking at others artists doesn't give you your answer. 35 years of art and I still use this process.

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Dyou have a book out or something???

[@erikpeterson25]

The Old Man and the Sea is one of my favorites ...a classic 👍

[@superdeluxesmell]

Hot take.

[@redtobertshateshandles]

Other Hemingway works seem as if written by a drunkard imo.

[@marknewton6984]

The Lions on the Beach!

[@renatajd7758]

It is horribly story of a person who wasn't a fisherman.

[@WillieLewis-o7p]

Helpful advice... inspiration is hard to find in today's world ..i write collectively in a chaotic pattern then place it together like a puzzle

[@6equj5_]

Slow down and receive! Lovely. Thank you.

[@MikeMesseroff]

Wow, what a beautiful lesson and video. Thank you! 🙏

[@johnnyk7480]

Wow wow wow. You did a good job explaining how Hemingway writes in a succinct manner. Please carry on!

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A well presented story with something useful to boot. Thanks.

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[@WhenShadowPlays]

Kudos to your efforts for making such a wonderful video and also thank you for sharing with US! ❤

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Thank you so much!

[@MichaelJTribula]

I felt like I took a moment and took a stroll through time. Thank you.

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[@bradleys4783]

This was wonderful. Well done. Made my day. Thank you.

[@TonBil1]

HOW TO LEARN 'SHOW, DON'T TELL' 1. Pick a simple situation. 2. Observe closely, including your own emotional responses. What actually caused this emotion? 3. Put all of this in words. 4. Practice empathy with everyone in your observation. Do not judge, but try to understand. 5. Practice a lot with the apprentice's mindset. (My personal summary of this important lesson)

[@grantmoulton9204]

Profound advice. You make me want to read his works and also improve my observation and empathy. Thank you.

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[@marknewton6984]

A Farewell to Arms

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You are well spoken. It is refreshing.

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Thank you, Allen!

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True, she is. So many use synthetic voices these days out of laziness or lack of English ability. It's great to hear a real person, especially one with a professional level voice.

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@@billmarshall8438 Thanks so much!

[@fragr33f74]

Thanks for sharing these tips. Really enjoyed the clarity of the video 👍

[@michaelwtreww]

Hemingway is among the top of my favorite writers for his cunning and deceitfully simple language.

[@EnfieldsMikeP]

he was a cunning linguist and some say a master debater

[@VikingMan44]

I'll never forget reading "The Old Man and the Sea". Hemmingway's simple story about fishing was a moving parable about manhood.

[@Formo127]

The background music is soothing. Your way of explaining is awesome.

[@RhinoToolSystems]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video. I found it to be valuable for both writing and life.

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Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@lastrada52]

What excellent advice. Wonderful. All true.

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Thank you for watching, John!

[@kellebelle9414]

So great to hear Hemingway 's advice

[@pcb9134]

Great video! I learned a lot! When I read you are also Christian, with more reason I subscribe! Congratulations for your work and God bless you!

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Thank you so much! God bless you too!

[@TicketToLiterature]

Great video... I have read the old man and the sea recently. Hemingway is a delight and an experience to read. Thanks for the valuable lessons.

[@marknewton6984]

You may like his short stories. Soldier's Home

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This is a very well-made video. It points out some very basic concepts that are very important for conveying a message or painting an image literally.

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This is the best video I have seen on writing. I thank you with all my heart.❤

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My first time viewing your videos. I love your soothing tone. I look forward to seeing what else you have to teach me.

[@doriskarloff964]

Thanks for posting - very interesting. I love the writing of 'The Old Man and the Sea' - it's beautifully crafted.

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Thank you for watching!

[@sephardicflavors]

I love your explanation ❤

[@robinwitting2023]

Superb! I've read The Old Man and the Sea and A Moveable Feast half a dozen times. Masterpieces of the craft. This video was excellent. You speak with superb diction and clarity. Robin Witting England

[@robertgerrity878]

Now do the Nick Adams Stories (Scribners TPB), then Winner Take Nothing, before reading the novels. Do not skip Hills Like White Elephants. Leave the novel The Garden of Eden until last.

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Thank you for your kind comment, Robin!

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A Farewell to Arms and his short stories. Will change many a life... The Florida Beachcomber 😎

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​@@robertgerrity878Good choices!

[@williss1192]

"Show, Not Tell" is something taught in middle school and the writing rule everyone knows which I've also seen a lot of online writers ignore the most

[@christiangonzalez1082]

Great, precise comment on Hemingway. Thankyou.

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Thanks for watching!

[@radharcanna]

Great advice. Love your voice and delivery!

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Thanks so much!

[@fredcolon2341]

I have wrote different types of stories threw the years, but never put anything to print, one of these days I will, Hemingway is one of my favorite authors..

[@doreekaplan2589]

Dude you need a dictionary, Spellcheck, Grammerly, or even a first grader.

[@thiagoalves5404]

The exercise also helps you to live and experience the present more. Thanks for the video :)

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Definitely agree. Thank you for watching!

[@JohnSiddique]

This is wonderful. I’m blessed to be well published, but have been away from the deeper heart of writing after a long difficult period in life. This got to the heart of me a bit. Thank you so much. I love being a writer so much. Studied Hemingway’s techniques as part of my Masters. This woke me back up a little to writing life. Gonna start with reading some Hemingway and the book you shared

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Thank you, John. I love "A Moveable Feast" too. That's always a great one to re-read.

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'Adore a Moveable Feast' Was just thinking of rereading that, it's an incredible book. You're video really helped, and I think God's listening in - as after I watched your video yesterday I was invited to write a small essay commission - I said yes straight away Blessings to you - you ar e really helping people. @@InkwellMedia

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@@JohnSiddique That's wonderful! Thank you for sharing. All the best with that essay!

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A nice presentation. Selection of text lines made it more aurhentic and convincing for audience.🙏

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Thank you so much!

[@seanemmettfullerton]

Your channel is excellent, Nicole! Thank you! Loved the Hemingway 3 steps... ha! rinse and repeat :)

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Thank you, Sean!

[@philopolymath]

Lifting a glass to his mouth before and after each word gave great strength.

[@dalejirschele1299]

I am not attempting to be a contrarian, I just found it interesting that recently I have been reading "Reading Like A Writer" by Francine Prose. I believe she is the first person I've seen that questions the form of bad advice given young writers, that the author is to show not tell. "Needless to say, many great novelists combine 'dramatic' showing with long sections of the flat-out authorial narration that is, I guess what is meant by telling." I won't quote any more of her book here, but it's the first chapter called "Close Reading" and on page 25 of my copy. She says this after quoting a selection by Alice Munro that she notes does not follow this rule. The entire piece is nuanced and I believe worth reading, this work by Francine Prose has become my favorite book on writing/reading. Thanks for the opportunity to comment, have a good day, cheers!

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A wonderful post. Your voice is perfect.

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THIS IS A PERFECT VEDIO OF ITS GENER

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Muy bueno. Excelente video. Bendiciones desde Argentina.

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Muchas gracias!

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Beautiful video!

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Thank you, Nicole, for all the nice videos. You explain things very well. Lovely voice as well.

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Thank you, Thomas! Happy to hear you are enjoying all the videos.

[@stevensandersauthor]

Great video. And thanks for using Hemingway.

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Thank you, Steven!

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Excellent presentation. Thank you

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Thank you so much!

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You're making a difference, one video at a time.

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That was amazing. Liked and sub’d. Thanks for sharing!

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[@lonewolf5238]

Many, many years ago while attending yet another writer's workshop, I discovered the 3 Keys to Successful Fiction Writing, scrawled on a blackboard with yellow chalk, in huge letters: Inspiration Aspiration Perspiration I've long forgotten everything about that workshop, save that blackboard image. I'm a good writer. I had a successful career as a writer-producer in commercial television for nearly 20 years, won a stack of awards, even had some success in Periodical writing (aptly named). But I have been a complete and absolute failure as a novelist. Because while possessing two of those three keys, I have lacked the one most important: *Inspiration* Examine the career of any successful novelist and you will find, at its heart, an abundance of inspiration. Without it, even the best wordsmiths are doomed to fail.

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If you're relying on inspiration you'll never get anywhere. Inspiration is a cop out. Replace that with discipline and you'll be fine. Too many people romanticise writing and let the muse or inspiration lead them.

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What does inspiration mean to you?

[@lonewolf5238]

@@javiervidal366 it's an idea, but not just any idea, but _THE_ idea, an intuitive spark of imagination that ignites the fire of creativity. Its absence is entropy: the artist looking at an empty canvas; the musician with a silent instrument; the writer staring at a blank page. No amount of self discipline will ever fix that problem.

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Beautiful!!

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Thanks for the bit of inspiration. I really needed it.

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What a good video to watch and learn, thank you a lot!

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makes a joyful viewing. thanks

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Thank you, Nilu!

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Nicely done! Thank you for sharing.

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I really enjoyed this. Thank you for making it.

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Excellent video! Thanks for creating it!

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Thank you, Robert! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@lukaschumchal7797]

I Wish i could be direct as hemming way 😊 thank you 😊

[@bodhicat1]

#3 is the key!

[@bhaskernitesh]

Brilliantly presented.

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Thanks so much!

[@marknewton6984]

The Killers. Inspired Camus.

[@jameswykes9392]

Great video - many thanks.

[@Autojones]

I can't remember who said it but it was a famous writer and I saw the quote many years ago. but they said it was 2 steps for them... 1. Writing is reading so read lot's of books. 2. Take a book of your favorite author and copy as many pages as you can, (the whole book if possible) you won't notice it but you will pick up style and structure from them and still have you're own. I'm paraphrasing but that was the gist of it.

[@Michajeru]

This is good advice. I'll attempt to follow it.

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Thanks for watching!

[@rebeccadear9190]

Wow! Amazing vlog. Ty

[@mattlevy914]

Fire. As I watch the clock tick my life shrinks I told my shrink. Clinks of glasses the brinks of flasks ringing and writhing to the sound of my ailing pen bleed. I forgot myself, the privilege I been bestowed from the flicker of gold, honey of the birds and the bees. What a fortuitous roll of the dice. Watch mice scurry, I resonate cause I to am frightened. Wait for a waive of the wand, the vanishing gong, a sarong on my head. I wait for the day, the wave to lift the weight, the wheels of fate have crushed me like a train. Who am I to stop locomotion, I just observe. Who am I to rot, unless I’ve stolen. The precious gift, my mere existence, rips I feel their eyes stamping.

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Really thank you ! it was a great video !

[@bogotta]

Thank you Nicole, this was nice.

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[@MrNess2911]

Thanks Nicole!

[@christophermaguire9206]

Great episode thanks a bunch very helpful

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Thank you so much, Christopher!

[@philipswain4122]

Many thanks for posting

[@doreekaplan2589]

For me, "a writing exercise" is the writing itself.

[@emerialon5612]

I think i just found the last thing i need to start writing. Thank you.

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Thank you for watching! So glad to hear it inspired you.

[@gustavbrinkel5489]

He got sum nice words

[@antoniopacelli]

Hemingway had one of the most Musically Sounding Name Ever.. It seems a Poem in itself almost...

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Beautifully delivered .

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A wonderful presentation!

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Thanks for this excellent job!!

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thanks for this. I found it useful.

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John Muir is the model of clear and concise writing.

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Thank You 📚

[@bayblue9307]

Well done!

[@redtobertshateshandles]

I guess that's why anglers love the Old Man and the Sea. We might not all have sharks take away our catch but we understand the disappointment of losing a fish. Many thanks for this video. I just realised the fish' point of view. 😂

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Thanks!

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Thankyou for this 😊❤

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This is awesome. I love this

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[@just_that_average_joe]

Today I learned Hemingway had some really defined calf muscles 1:04

[@WillPhil290]

This was really great.

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