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It's been an incredibly exciting week, with another one to come next week, but I just wanted to give a shout out to the support I've had from a wonderful group of historians and writers in launching this book. You are the best friends and colleagues I could ever wish for.
People like to think that in order to get to the top you need to push others to the side. Nothing could be less true. Friendly support, kindness and a sense of community helps us through our dark writing crises. The idea that competition makes us better creatives is wrong.
One of the greatest things I've ever learned is to drop the jealousy because there's room for everyone to forge their own path, even though it might not appear so at first, when you're struggling and feel unrewarded. No two people's careers will be the same.
When you realise there's room for everyone in your field and that you're on your own unique course in life, you make room to be happy for others. Ultimately your life becomes easier and more fulfilling. Embrace your so-called rivals and you'll soon learn they're not rivals at all
