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Edward Patrick

@edwardpatrickwrites.com

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Author of the Grey & White series, shower singer (not good), pet dad (so many pets), gamer Website: edwardpatrickwrites.com IG: @edwardpatrickwrites Grey & White series: mybook.to/greyandwhiteseries

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Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 01/08/2026

I'm Edward. I'm working on Tides of Pain & Fire, book three of my fantasy series! The first draft is done, but BOY does it need some work and love. We're gonna get there! (cover below is for the first book. By @rachelbowdler.bsky.social) #FantasyIndiesAugust #writingcommunity 💙📚

A poster with prompts for each day of the month of August for fantasy indie authors. Today's prompt, August 1, is "Introduce yourself and your work-in-progress."

Cover art for The Rage of a Boy, by Edward Patrick. Book One of Grey & White. The cover shows a ruined city in a dark landscape with grey mists. Cover by Rachel Bowdler.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 23/03/2026

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“If you’re not prepared to be wrong, you’ll never come up with anything original.”
— Sir Ken Robinson

March 23, 2027
Original ideas almost always begin with uncertainty. When you allow yourself to be wrong, you give creativity room to breathe. Exploration thrives in that space.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 07/03/2026

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march 6, 2026

Play around and let curiosity leads the way. Instead of asking “Will this work?” try asking “What happens if I try…?” Some of your best discoveries may come from these experiments.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 05/03/2026

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March 4, 2026

Exploration doesn’t require a complete overhaul. it starts with one small change. Try writing at a different time of day, using a new tool, or approaching a task from a new angle. Curiosity thrives when you allow yourself to experiment without needing immediate results.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 04/03/2026

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March 3, 2026

March is our month to explore!

Try a new approach. Ask new questions. Look at something familiar from a different angle.

Exploration doesn’t have to be big. Sometimes the smallest experiments lead to the best discoveries.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 01/03/2026

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February 28, 2026

Final February check-in: what’s one insight, habit, or mindset you want to carry into next month? No pressure to commit, just name it. Awareness is the bridge between reflection and growth.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 28/02/2026

Silly me. I should have obviously included a pic. Nyxie. My Big Girl.

A Great Pyrenees named Nyxie lies on a couch with her front legs crossed like a proper lady.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 27/02/2026

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February 26, 2026

As the month winds down, check in with your body. What helped you feel supported? What drained you? Use that information to make plans moving forward. Look into sustainable habits that will keep you healthy.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 26/02/2026

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February 25, 2026

You don’t need to apply every lesson at once. Choose one thing you want to change next month—one adjustment, one experiment. Small, intentional changes are easier to sustain and more likely to stick.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 25/02/2026

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February 24, 2026
(It's still the 24th in Pacific Time. No, I'm not in that time zone,but it still counts)

You’re not the same person you were at the start of the month. Hopefully you’ve learned things—about yourself, your habits, your needs. That knowledge can be used to improve.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 24/02/2026

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Alright, I got knocked off track last week. Time to rebound!

FEBRUARY 23, 2026

“Reflection is one of the most underused yet powerful tools for success.”
— Richard Carlson

Looking back doesn't necessarily mean a delay or a stall. When done right, it can be preparation for what lies ahead. When you take time to reflect, you move forward with intention.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 15/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 15, 2026

On your next rest day, consider zooming out. When you step back far enough, patterns start to emerge—habits, thoughts, cycles. Observe them. Take notes. Do they work for you? What could you change if you need to?

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 15/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 14, 2026

Today is Valentine’s Day, which can mean different things to different people. Romance, friendship, family, community, or simply taking care of yourself.

What kind of connections are you grateful for right now? With others, with your work, or with yourself—it all counts.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 14/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 13, 2026

Reflection can uncover mistakes, missteps, and missed opportunities, but it can also deepen self-compassion. You’re learning. You’re adapting. Be as kind to yourself as you would be to someone you care about. A therapist once told me, "Depression thrives in silence, but growth thrives in intentional reflection."

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 13/02/2026

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I have got to set an alarm to do these earlier...

**FEBRUARY 12, 2026**

Self-care is often found in small, repeatable actions: drinking water, stretching, stepping outside, getting enough rest. What can you do to help you take care of yourself easier? What can you remove from your life to remove stress?

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 12/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 11, 2026

Take a moment to reflect on what supports your productivity: tools, routines, people, environments. What helps you show up and get stuff done? What adds friction and slows you down?

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 11/02/2026

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My sleep has been bad, but still getting it in today!

FEBRUARY 10, 2026

Are you part of a writing community? Reflection often reminds us how much support, inspiration, and shared experience surrounds us. Embrace the strengths that come from connections with your people!

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 10/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 9, 2026

“Pay attention to what you pay attention to.”
— Amy Krouse Rosenthal

Where your attention goes, your energy follows. This week, notice what pulls you in and what pushes you away. Reflection helps you choose more intentionally where your focus belongs.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 09/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 8, 2026

As you move into the new week, take a quiet moment to notice what’s been giving you energy lately—and what’s been draining it.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 08/02/2026

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Almost missed it, but it's still the 7th in Pacific time

**FEBRUARY 7, 2026**

Check-in: what’s one small thing you noticed about yourself recently? Sometimes naming an insight is enough to shift how we move forward.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 07/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 6, 2026

Reflection isn’t a passive trait; it’s a skill, and one worth building. The more you notice your habits, needs, and tendencies, the easier it becomes to make choices that actually fit your life and writing needs. With reflection, awareness today becomes alignment tomorrow.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 06/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 5, 2026

How has your energy been lately? When do you feel most alert? Calm? Drained? Noticing these patterns helps you plan in ways that support you instead of fighting against yourself.

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Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 05/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 4, 2026

Reflection is most useful when you're curious, not critical. Instead of “Why didn’t I do more?” try:

- What helped me keep going?
- What hindered me and made things harder?
- What do I want to adjust moving forward?

Good questions lead to better systems.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 04/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 3, 2026

Looking at your past mistakes doesn’t necessarily mean you're dwelling. It can be that you're learning. Whatever the past looked like for you—steady, messy, inconsistent—you can reflect on it without shame. Growth begins with reflection.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 02/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 2, 2026

“Without reflection, we go blindly on our way...”
— Margaret J. Wheatley

Reflection helps us move forward with intention. This month isn’t about judgment—it’s about awareness. Take note of what worked, what didn’t, and what you want to carry with you next. Harness the good, and do good with it.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 02/02/2026

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FEBRUARY 1, 2026

It's a new month and the theme for February is "Reflection"!

Before you rush into the month, pause just a moment to reflect on where you are. With life, with your works. Reflection doesn’t ask you to fix anything—it just asks you to notice. Take today to breathe, settle, and look gently at where you are. What do you see? Take notes and let's get busy.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 01/02/2026

I adore these names haha. I hope they're best friends for many many many years to come! Here, have another cuddly pet pic.

A diluted calico cat named Flopsy lies next to a black lab mix named Wedge. They are on a hideous couch. In the background is a curled up beagle. She is nice and warm, thanks for asking.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 01/02/2026

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I ALMOST FORGOT THE LAST DAY OF THE MONTH

**JANUARY 31, 2026**

As January closes, take a moment to reflect forward: what’s one habit, mindset, or practice you want to carry into February?

No pressure to be perfect—just intentional. Reflection is the theme next month, and this is a good time to get started.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 31/01/2026

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JANUARY 30, 2026

Most growth is subtle. It’s showing up when it’s easier to skip. It’s choosing consistency over intensity. Trust that the small things you’ve practiced this month are stacking in ways you can’t fully see yet. It's easy to desire the destination, but you get there with individual steps.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 30/01/2026

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JANUARY 29, 2026

Consistency needs fuel!

Make time for sleep, hydration, movement, and downtime. You’re not just maintaining health—you’re protecting the mind that makes everything else possible.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 28/01/2026

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JANUARY 27, 2026

As January winds down, remember you’re not starting over next month—you’re carrying things forward. Whatever habits, insights, or rhythms you’ve built don’t just disappear. If you've created momentum, let it come with you. If you've had false starts, that's fine. Start again. Build on it.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 26/01/2026

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JANUARY 26, 2026

“Self-care is not a luxury. It is a necessity.” — Audre Lorde

Taking care of yourself is not a hindrance to your goals. You are able to tackle life easier if you keep your tank full. Commitment rooted in self-respect is the kind that lasts.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 25/01/2026

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JANUARY 25, 2026

Today is as good a time as any to recenter. Breathe. Reset your expectations. Let go of what drained you this week and carry forward what supported you.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 24/01/2026

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JANUARY 24, 2026

Check-in question: what helps you stay balanced when things feel overwhelming?
A routine, a boundary, a mindset shift, a reminder? Share if you want. You might have a tool for someone else to place in their toolbox.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 24/01/2026

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JANUARY 23, 2026

Comparison is a thief of focus. Someone else’s pace is not your standard. Someone else’s process is not your roadmap. The moment you stop comparing, you free up energy to do the work that’s actually yours. You can learn from others,but don't measure your progress by theirs.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 23/01/2026

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JANUARY 22, 2026

Rest isn't a halt to progress. If you’re tired, take a break without guilt. Just make sure ya don't turn it into a disappearing act. Step back, recharge, and return when you’re ready. Commitment includes caring for the body that carries you through the work.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 21/01/2026

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JANUARY 21, 2026

(K, so this is some advice I've seen others thrive on.)

Many of us try to begin at a set time, but have you ever tried to end at a set time? Decide in advance how much time you’re willing to give today, and stop when you reach it. Ending a session (even midsentence...how do people do this) lets you know exactly where you are beginning tomorrow and gives you a feeling of, "I can't wait to finish what I began yesterday."

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 20/01/2026

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JANUARY 20, 2026

If you're not a fast writer, then consider this: you don’t need to move fast to move forward. Your pace counts. The way you’re doing this—carefully, thoughtfully, even imperfectly—is still progress. Trust that writing within your limits is not a weakness; progress is progress.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 20/01/2026

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I ALMOST FORGOT AGAIN!!

JANUARY 19, 2026

*Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.”*
—Abraham Lincoln

What you want most doesn’t require perfection—just patience and persistence. Even when motivation dips, commitment can carry you forward. One small choice today is enough. Make it and commit to it.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 19/01/2026

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JANUARY 18, 2026

Was it a long week? Get a lot done? Not as much as ya hoped? Well, take a day and slow down if you need to—but don’t disappear. Even a small effort keeps the thread intact. You’re allowed to rest and continue. But continue.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 17/01/2026

BUNNIES FOR THE WIN

A male viera from ff14 is wearing a green gentleman's top, holding a cup of tea, and standing in front of a Christmas tree

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 17/01/2026

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JANUARY 17, 2026

Quick check-in: what part of this process feels hardest right now?

Sometimes identifying the resistance is the first step to loosen its grip. What is it? Are are the small, simple steps you can take to defeat it?

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 16/01/2026

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JANUARY 16, 2026

Not every day will feel exciting or inspired. Some days are quiet. Some are dull. That doesn’t mean you’re on the wrong path or that you shouldn't try today. It's nice to feel inspired, but there is also a comfort to be had in building that habit and knowing you can do it whenever, regardless of mood.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 15/01/2026

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JANUARY 15, 2026

Check in with yourself today: are you hungry, dehydrated, overstimulated, or underslept? Take care of yourself. A supported body can make a world of difference.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 14/01/2026

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JANUARY 14

When resistance shows up, don’t try to brute force it. Lower the stakes. Shorten the session. Progress doesn’t always need force. Sometimes it needs flexibility.

The important part in building consistent habits is that you keep going, not how fast you go.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 13/01/2026

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JANUARY 13, 2026

If things feel difficult, it doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong. Sometimes motivation fades and resistance steps in. Keep going. Take those small steps. Forge commitment into habit. This is where real progress is made.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 12/01/2026

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JANUARY 12, 2026

“Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out.” — Robert Collier

Big outcomes aren’t built in bursts of enthusiasm. They’re built quietly, through repetition. Keep showing up. The small things you do consistently are already adding up.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 11/01/2026

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JANUARY 11, 2026

If you missed a day this week, that’s okay. It's fine to miss a day, and you should feel welcome to return without punishing yourself.

Take a day to rest here and there. The chain doesn’t break when you pause; it breaks when you quit. And you haven’t.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 11/01/2026

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I ALMOST FORGOT!!

JANUARY 10, 2026

Let’s normalize the small stuff.

What’s one tiny action you took recently—or one you plan to take today? No overachieving required. We’re stacking bricks, not building castles overnight.

Edward Patrick @edwardpatrickwrites.com · 09/01/2026

A small sample of my cuddle puddle (3 of my 9 critters) #dogs #cats #dogsofbluesky #catsofbluesky

A white cat is laying on top of a beagle, both of them located between my thighs on the couch. At my feet is a black lab mix.