Being a creator can be challenging, no matter how flawless in seems when you finish. I also know this from writing fan-fiction and developing stories I want to turn into novels. Here's an inside look on what our brains are like some days.
1. Finding a good idea
Do I want to write about politics or the newest movie? Maybe I could even write about dogs! There are entire mental files of what we possibly want to write about. Then there is the impact you want to make. Having, or not having, a prompt in mind can drive a writer crazy.
2. Forgetting your golden idea
Ever had an idea that seemed amazing, but then you forgot it? Yeah, that happens a good bit. We try to write these things down when they occur. It can come to us while we are driving or sleeping, or times when it is not appropriate to write it down. But, in the end, it will be fine, no matter how much we hate to have lost it.
3. Starting in general
Drink? Check. Idea sheet? Yup. The first sentence? I have no clue. It can take over five minutes for us to come up with an opening because that is what sets the mood. First impressions matter to us and we don't mess around. It'll happen in in time, just not maybe when we planned for it to.
4. Writers block
Meet the devil the perches itself upon a writer's shoulder, something that can make the day worse on a time crunch. That moment when you stare at your work, unsure of what to say or insert next, can kill your very soul. Being stuck for hours or days helps no one.
5. Negativity
Whether is be from family and friends, or random people around you, hearing how you need to change something, or drop your opinion, because, "they don't like it," is crushing. Not every one will always agree with you, but your content is not up to them most of the time. The comments are not necessary in the least.
6. Taking care of yourself
I will admit that I have forgotten to eat lunch or go to bed at a decent time because I was writing. In fact, I believe the longest I have not consumed anything or moved is five or six hours, an extreme guess being eight. We can become so passionate that we forget the outside world. But, even if you have to force yourself, take breaks. Mental and physical health matter.
7. Multiple re-writes
Part of writing is editing your stuff, no matter how tedious it can become. I've edited something almost ten times before to make sure it was perfect. This is not a joke.
8. Dealing with social media
The moment my content goes live every part of me wants to know how it's doing, constantly, through out the day. As a writer I know there can be backlash and accept that, but I want it to reach someone. Therefore, we share, tag, and go crazy trying to do as much as we can. This is a big chunk of what we do.
9. Going outside of your comfort zone
Things I like talking about: animals, nature, body kindness, and subjects that encourage. Stuff I rarely write about: my own personal crap, what enrages me, and so on. I'm not always comfortable with some things and I have to take that extra step to reach the point where it can be discussed. It's not always easy, but it matters.
10. Discovering your niche
Finding the area you write best about takes a while, but it is not impossible. The greatest writers were not instantly amazing. It took time for them too. Exploring your interests and taking risks can lead to so much more, including the discovery of your niche.
11. Knowing your editors are not perfect
I could only imagine the stress of being an editor when you have over ten pieces of content, or even just one. Like the creators, editors can miss things. But they always try their best to make the piece as great as it can be. They deserve some credit for trying.
