I’ve also ‘heard’ criticism for reading lighter subjects but I don’t let it bother me. I love reading Roald Dahl children’s books 🥰 I do understand what you’re talking about. Some call it imposter syndrome. Comparing ourselves to others is best avoided in all matters. As each of us is unique (there is no ‘normal’) it might be considered wasted energy. I have little to no wish to read the types of books in that machine and, as life is short, time is precious, I will spend it on joyous things. Including both, what I read and what I write and draw. Good luck with your demons. My opinion is irrelevant but I will say, anyway, I wait to read your latest creations. I don’t waste any time even considering reading Spinoza 😂xx
Yeah Sarah, totally agree, having read a wide array of books gives a writer a broader understanding and it teaches them how to be better writers, no matter the genre. Thank you so much for your comment!
I am forever grateful when I receive precisely what I need at precisely the right time. And so this brief but necessary piece served just that. Writing, can be like a series of ocean waves, some days flow even and steady, others approach promising a crescendo, an, in fact, deliver. Then there are days when I can witness the oncoming wave, larger that the last... I pause, longing to hold that sensation. But time nor waves stop for no one. Before I know it, I had stepped out of the flow. Such is my lesson in life. letting go, receiving in, without pauses, no hesitations, no worries about "did I get it right, or did I learn all I need. Mypratice these days is to practice witnessing the pauses within the flow. And just like that, and your piece this morning, I'm back at it. Many thanks
Somebody here blocked me, and I was able to see their note before they did: "Blocked for general mediocrity." Part of me was like,"Ouch," but then I realized: 1. I didn't come here to write, thinking that I would be the best. 2. That is subjective, 3. That's just their opinion and probably says more about them than about me, and 4. I write, not for fame and riches, but simply because I AM A WRITER, AND IT'S WHAT I DO. Would some paid subs and a little income be nice? Of course, but it's not the main point of creating for me.
I’ve also ‘heard’ criticism for reading lighter subjects but I don’t let it bother me. I love reading Roald Dahl children’s books 🥰 I do understand what you’re talking about. Some call it imposter syndrome. Comparing ourselves to others is best avoided in all matters. As each of us is unique (there is no ‘normal’) it might be considered wasted energy. I have little to no wish to read the types of books in that machine and, as life is short, time is precious, I will spend it on joyous things. Including both, what I read and what I write and draw. Good luck with your demons. My opinion is irrelevant but I will say, anyway, I wait to read your latest creations. I don’t waste any time even considering reading Spinoza 😂xx
Thank you so much Net! Such kind words! I love Roald Dahl too!
Whatever your genre, it cannot be a bad thing that it has been informed by your reading of such 'heavy' writers.
Yeah Sarah, totally agree, having read a wide array of books gives a writer a broader understanding and it teaches them how to be better writers, no matter the genre. Thank you so much for your comment!
I am forever grateful when I receive precisely what I need at precisely the right time. And so this brief but necessary piece served just that. Writing, can be like a series of ocean waves, some days flow even and steady, others approach promising a crescendo, an, in fact, deliver. Then there are days when I can witness the oncoming wave, larger that the last... I pause, longing to hold that sensation. But time nor waves stop for no one. Before I know it, I had stepped out of the flow. Such is my lesson in life. letting go, receiving in, without pauses, no hesitations, no worries about "did I get it right, or did I learn all I need. Mypratice these days is to practice witnessing the pauses within the flow. And just like that, and your piece this morning, I'm back at it. Many thanks
So happy my post supported you to get back into the swing of it! Thank you so much for your comment! I liked the wave imagery, very rich and powerful!
Thank you! I needed to read this today!
Somebody here blocked me, and I was able to see their note before they did: "Blocked for general mediocrity." Part of me was like,"Ouch," but then I realized: 1. I didn't come here to write, thinking that I would be the best. 2. That is subjective, 3. That's just their opinion and probably says more about them than about me, and 4. I write, not for fame and riches, but simply because I AM A WRITER, AND IT'S WHAT I DO. Would some paid subs and a little income be nice? Of course, but it's not the main point of creating for me.
I think a book vending machine sounds amazing!
Oh Jennifer! I am so happy my post hit the spot! That is a cruel thing to say and you are right, it says loads about who wrote it!
Keep on doing what matters to you and what brings you joy!
Thank you. I intend to. :)
a book vending machine wow.happy travels!
Thank you Reena!