I'm 30 years old, a writing enthusiast, and I usually use my spare time to figure out and practice writing, but I always feel that my progress is not too obvious.
The mind is particularly anxious, as if it were stuck.
Earlier this year, I quit my job of two years with the idea of focusing on practicing my writing and then looking for a new job when I had a bit of a head start.
The minimum I expect of myself is to at least figure out how to practice writing effectively through this time.
As a result, a year has gone by and I haven't written anything decent and complete, like a full novel; and even more amazingly, I've regressed from when I was in grad school! Back then it was at least possible to put together a novel, even if it was of average quality.
Knowing this truth made me really cry and depressed for a while.
I'm actually not demanding, I don't have to be a big writer, and I don't expect to become famous by making money from writing, I can make a living doing other jobs.
I just want to see continued progress in what I love most and slowly master the practice.
Hello owner, this is Whale Social Worker Immortal Immortal.
I wanted to give you a warm hug when I saw what you shared. I can feel that persistence you have to improve your writing skills and that feeling of resigned anxiety in the face of the status quo. Can especially understand how you long to find a breakthrough right now.
I'm going through a similar adjustment period in my life myself, and seeing your message resonates with me, and would like to talk about ideas with you.
I can tell from your writing that your greatest desire is "Just to see consistent progress in what I love most and to be able to slowly understand how to practice"
If we take a closer look, we will find that you have a wonderful dream in your heart, pursuing the kind of poetry and faraway places.
After all, you'veable to make a living in other ways, which is actually a very favorable condition that allows you to pursue your hobbies more freely.
Sorting it out like that, I think your biggest challenge right now is how to keep a smooth yet positive mindset while pursuing your dreams so that you can keep going deeper into your writing skills.
I have a few simple suggestions that I hope will help.
As the old saying goes, there's always a teacher for every three people, and the pursuit of progress often requires the guidance of a master.
Mentors are the best in the business because they have a vision and depth that is difficult for ordinary people to achieve.
Finding someone who can guide you in your writing will go a long way toward helping you achieve your goals.
Many people feel that anxiety is a negative emotion and always try to avoid it.
But really, moderate anxiety urges us to keep our standards high and keep trying.
As long as you're not hurting yourself with your anxiety.
such as causing insomnia, loss of appetite, aggressive behavior, or self-injury.
We can then try to embrace these emotions.
You can even rate emotions on a scale of 0 to 10, with 10 being the most severe, and assess the current state before trying to deal with it.
3. Staying true to your roots and enlisting the support of your family and friends.
Doubts about your ability to follow your dreams can often jump in and mess things up.
There is a saying that is true: it is not the lack of talent that is to be feared, but the lack of ambition.
This concern will hammer us again and again.
So, to keep the love of writing alive, you need some outside support.
Understanding from family or friends, for example, can give you strength and encouragement. Cheer up!
The world and I love you.
I'm a whale social worker. I'm an immortal.