Since I devoted myself to writing, I started to become serious with it.
When I say serious, I treat it as an 8 to 5 job, the only difference though is I’m excited to sit in my chair and ready to write.
But in writing, you can’t just sit at your table at 8:00 AM and expect the words to easily flow and ideas to pour in. This is one of my frustrations in this creative realm.
It’s also what defines writing fun and mysterious.
I realize that writing wants to have fun at first, to tickle our minds and flow freely through our words. (Isn’t that what we all felt when we first enjoyed writing?)
After that magical time with writing, if you want to share it, the seriousness comes in.
As one of the advices that I've read before, "edit it mercilessly". Seriously.
Whether we like it or not, some people cringe when they see wrong spelling, incorrect grammar, and most especially cluttered ideas in a story.
And we can’t blame them.
For you and I, let’s enjoy the magic and fun in writing we once had(and still have I hope), then if you want to share your story with other people,
edit it- for your sanity,
for their readability,
and all in all - for your credibility and a flavor of your creativity.
After polishing it, it’s time to let it go.
You’ve birthed a story, let it grow.
Whatever the result is, just sit back and relax.
The real fun in writing already transpired in the beginning.
You have nothing to lose.
You have more to be surprised about.
You’ve added something beautiful to the creative world.
Then wait and see how its “beauty” connects with the readers.
Author's Note: Thank you for reading my story 💕
About the Creator
Ann ☕️
If my words connect with you, then I have fulfilled one of my dreams.
Thank you for being here, and for choosing to be here.
Sending you my love~
~Ann ☕️
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Day 4 of Quitting
If this is how sobriety feels, maybe it’s better to go through life a little buzzed… this, along with other hits like, I want to kill myself, I wish I was dead, and I’m going to throw myself off a bridge have been the only thoughts on rotation these past few days. I promise myself that if, in a month, I still feel like this (‘this’ meaning despondent, full of rage, and simultaneously numb) I can go back to smoking. Until mid-February though? Nicotine is off the table.
By sleepy drafts6 days ago in Longevity
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Awesome to read
I agree to many things you said here. It's work, but fun, and satisfying. With practice, we get better.
Yes, treating writing literally like an 8 to 5 job doesn’t work because writing has its own agenda. Even when being done as a job, the creative flow has its own agenda and timing. ⏳
The more we do, easier it gets. Reader support acts as valuable inspiration.
Your have beautifully conveyed that the real essence of writing lies in the process itself, not just the final prodcut.Your words motivate us to embrace both the fund and the hard work that comes with crafting stories.Ultimately connecting with reader in ways we never expect.Truly a beeufitul reflection on the writing journey. I hove you have made perfect selection for eye capturing images.
I can relate. Writing is fun and mysterious...I never thought about it as mysterious, though 😍 it.
I spend so much more time editing - great advice - nicely put.
A cool share! What a great way to live by doing what you love.
Writing is always fun. It is the place of peace with ourself. writing to express not to impress is always fun😍😍😍
Awesome!!!
This was so great! Beautifully written, and so true <3
Absolute truth there❣️
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I thought this was a great article. Sometimes I feel like I edit and rewrite my stuff I get sick of looking at it! Great top story!
Congratulations on a TS, Ann!
ohh amazing
Ohh, amazing!
Great post. It was much needed. Love your simplistic style of explanation. https://wwwsnaptik.com
Back to say congratulations on your top story 🎉🎊🎉
your article is indeed wonderful
Your reflection on the writing process is both insightful and encouraging.
Congratulations on your top story ⭐✨
I like your take on writing!
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