@azialouwho
woahhhh i just posted part one of a new story i'm working on! it'll probably be only two parts, but hey! it's better than nothing. it probably is horrible but at least i tried, and i'm actually quite proud of myself for writing, and actually publishing this time.
I'm sorry I haven't posted any stories recently or updated my current ones...
Quite honestly, I'm feeling a tad bit discouraged. I feel that I sort of have a wide vocabulary (to a point) and a vivid imagination; but every time I try to form a story using those, it's just mediocre. I just don't have the skill to write. I read other authors' works and think about how much I want to do that, yet once I do, I hate it. I've been told my writing is "decent" and "not too bad," and quite frankly, I agree. I just don't know what to do differently. I'm constantly comparing myself to others and maybe that's my problem. I don't think I'm good enough and compared to everyone else, I'm just... mediocre.
In short, I'm discouraged and I don't know what to do about it.
I'm not saying this to be negative or to make anyone else feel bad about themselves, but I'm hoping that opening up about my personal feelings could help me in some way. I'm also not seeking attention, or confirmation that I am a good writer. I'm seeking advice. I'd love to at least know someone else has felt this way and how they deal with it. Or even how I can improve? I've felt this way for quite some time, and I suppose it's nice to just put it into words.
It's normal to feel that way - I think most writers do, to some degree (I know I definitely do). It's hard to not be overly critical on your own work, and because of that it's easy to get discouraged. But the best way to work through it is to just keep writing - especially if you're passionate about it - and try not to compare yourself to others. They probably second-guess their work just as much as you do.
I just try to ignore my feelings of self-doubt as best I can, and I'd suggest you try and do the same. Besides, the more you write, the better you'll become.
I noticed "Suspended Time" was added to a couple of reading lists, thank you to those who added it! It's certainly encouraging to see that. *smiles*
I posted a new chapter for "Suspended Time." I hope those who read it, enjoyed it as well. As I mentioned, I've been struggling with writer's block, so any tips to help overcome that would be extremely helpful at the moment.
Wow, that's actually a great way to look at it. I will definitely remember this when I start telling myself that "I can't do it." Thank you so much!
There is no such thing as writer's block. There is writing fatigue, and the end of inspiration. (Not my words but someone much wiser than me.) I hadn't worked on my story since the end of July because of "writer's block", but then when I read that, I decided to get to the part I wanted to write, the next chapter, and then suddenly I was able to write the previous one that had been giving me so much trouble. Just go ahead and jump around in the story, write the end, write the middle, write whatever interests you, and then eventually the rest comes. Also, don't force it, but don't give up!