Most of the issues we have as writers, sometimes, boils down to wanting attain perfection from the go. Waiting for the perfect hook. Perfect ways to articulate our ideas. Perfect ending, etc.
But, indeed, there's no such thing as "perfect anything."
Waiting on it is the fastest way to kill ideas.
So in essence, keep writing. After all, who's judging?.
Don't worry about the errors, muddy thinking and whatnots.
The more you write, the clearer your thinking and the better you become. Keep writing.
I absolutely resonate with you Nicole. So many unfinished pieces and forgetting to focus on what fuels our writing/creativity. I set up substack to keep me consistent but I also decided not to beat myself up if I don’t meet up with the frequency of writing as I intended. ❤️
Not sure why but I read the title and it instantly brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for reminding me of my why and the reason for which I must continue to press on.
This was such a beautiful, beautiful piece. When you spoke about focusing on doing what you can each day, it brought up to mind Matthew 6:25 - "Do not be anxious about tomorrow, for each day is anxious for itself."
This was a lovely read and something I had to hear. Thank you for this! I was recommended this book on a post of mine and to see it recommended here must be a sign. I will be grabbing a copy!
I have a best friend who writes, and like him, it is evident that God has blessed you with words. Though they were ordinary words you used on this post, they flowed seamlessly and I feel like I could go on for days and days. I myself am not a writer, but I know I would like to be in the future; this is a great perspective and I’m thankful you brought it out. Off to go finish a project I was procrastinating on 🏃🏾♀️
Thank you, Nicole for sharing your thoughts.
Most of the issues we have as writers, sometimes, boils down to wanting attain perfection from the go. Waiting for the perfect hook. Perfect ways to articulate our ideas. Perfect ending, etc.
But, indeed, there's no such thing as "perfect anything."
Waiting on it is the fastest way to kill ideas.
So in essence, keep writing. After all, who's judging?.
Don't worry about the errors, muddy thinking and whatnots.
The more you write, the clearer your thinking and the better you become. Keep writing.
This message is for myself, by the way🙂.
Thank you for sharing once again, Nicole.
Although there is no such thing as perfection… this might be the most perfect comment (to me). Thank you for sharing and engaging xxx
Also, thank you for adding audio. I read, then listened.
This was so needed! Thank you for sharing. And I love the flow of your writing. It resonates.
Thank you Marasia! xx
Thank you Nicole, just thank you. Reading this was like me looking at myself in the mirror.
I will implement and take it all in one day at time.
Day by day is all you can do. You’ve got this. xxx
This spoke to my soul and brought tears to my eyes and I have to read it again to really really get it.
I absolutely resonate with you Nicole. So many unfinished pieces and forgetting to focus on what fuels our writing/creativity. I set up substack to keep me consistent but I also decided not to beat myself up if I don’t meet up with the frequency of writing as I intended. ❤️
I love that you made that decision to give yourself grace. Your creativity and future output will thank you for it. Keep going xxx
This is beautiful and very insightful to me at this point of my growth.
So glad to hear. xxx
What a fresh perspective for all of us Christian writers. Thank you for sharing Nicole!
Not sure why but I read the title and it instantly brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for reminding me of my why and the reason for which I must continue to press on.
Press on, darling. Press on xxx
This was such a beautiful, beautiful piece. When you spoke about focusing on doing what you can each day, it brought up to mind Matthew 6:25 - "Do not be anxious about tomorrow, for each day is anxious for itself."
Thank you for letting this piece come through!
This was right on time!
Loved reading this, thank you for writing!
This was a lovely read and something I had to hear. Thank you for this! I was recommended this book on a post of mine and to see it recommended here must be a sign. I will be grabbing a copy!
I have a best friend who writes, and like him, it is evident that God has blessed you with words. Though they were ordinary words you used on this post, they flowed seamlessly and I feel like I could go on for days and days. I myself am not a writer, but I know I would like to be in the future; this is a great perspective and I’m thankful you brought it out. Off to go finish a project I was procrastinating on 🏃🏾♀️
Hi Itoro, thank you for taking the time to write such a kind comment. I love that my post inspired you to finish something. Wishing you God speed. xxx
I literally gasped out loud at: ""My creativity comes from God, so it can never be blocked." WOW
It still takes my breath away. lol xxx
Man we need to start an artists way group here on substack.
By the way, I loved this piece.
I relate to everything.
That’s actually a brilliant idea. I once did The Artist’s Way with friends and it was such a dope experience.
We should do it 🥰