In Part 1 of this Walt Disney Strategy series, we explored the three creative modes every writer needs: the Dreamer, the Realist, and the Critic.

In this bonus episode, we move from understanding the framework into actually experiencing it.

Maddison guides you through three gentle visualisations designed to help you deliberately step into each creative mode. You’ll connect with the Dreamer, who imagines without restriction. The Realist, who builds the bridge between idea and page. And the Critic, who refines the work once something has been created.

These visualisations can be used together as a creative preparation ritual before a writing session, or individually whenever you need to access a specific mode in your writing process.

Inside this episode, you’ll experience:

1. A guided Dreamer visualisation to reconnect with possibility, imagination, and creative freedom
2. A guided Realist visualisation to access grounded momentum, structure, and the next practical step
3. A guided Critic visualisation to invite constructive refinement without letting self-doubt take over
4. A gentle reminder of why the order matters: Dreamer first, Realist second, Critic third
5. A practical way to use this NLP-based strategy before planning, drafting, or revising your book

If you’re driving, walking somewhere busy, or need to stay alert, save the visualisation section for a time when you can settle in and give it your full attention.

👉 WANT TO UNDERSTAND HOW YOU ARE WIRED TO WRITE?

And if you’re ready to stop fighting the way you write and finally understand how your creative mind actually works, my Writing Personality Blueprint Session is the perfect next step. Together, we’ll uncover your natural writing personality, the patterns that may be creating resistance, and the personalised tools that can help you write with more clarity, confidence, and flow. You can learn more at maddisonmichaels.com/blueprint.

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