Yesterday, I attempted to write 2 more posts on Medium for the writing challenge. There were a total of 4 prompts and I took forever to just complete one prompt. I had wanted to write one post about my writing journey.... starting all the way from 200Wad until now.
Just sharing how I got to the point of thinking I could compete with great writers is a story. Even sharing the mini challenge we had in 2019 would have been a nice add. I feel like it is a nice evolution of skills and in community. So many people here are working on similar things and motivating each other. I have received a lot of good ideas from people who write daily and share what they know. I also feel like I can do more when I see people here doing well and sharing tips.
Alas, I underestimated the work it takes to compose a coherent piece. I didn't even finish my first draft when it hit me that I wouldn't make it.
This challenge has taught me that creative work is not easy. Thinking about each individual piece is hard and can't be rushed. I have learnt the hard way that I can't ignore title and visual aid until the end. The professional writers take care of every single aspect of their post so I can't wing it.
Today and the next few days, I will be in recovery mode. No lessons. No deep posts. No non-fiction books.
Just TV and fiction. And loads of sleep.
Just sharing how I got to the point of thinking I could compete with great writers is a story. Even sharing the mini challenge we had in 2019 would have been a nice add. I feel like it is a nice evolution of skills and in community. So many people here are working on similar things and motivating each other. I have received a lot of good ideas from people who write daily and share what they know. I also feel like I can do more when I see people here doing well and sharing tips.
Alas, I underestimated the work it takes to compose a coherent piece. I didn't even finish my first draft when it hit me that I wouldn't make it.
This challenge has taught me that creative work is not easy. Thinking about each individual piece is hard and can't be rushed. I have learnt the hard way that I can't ignore title and visual aid until the end. The professional writers take care of every single aspect of their post so I can't wing it.
Today and the next few days, I will be in recovery mode. No lessons. No deep posts. No non-fiction books.
Just TV and fiction. And loads of sleep.