I can really relate, and it’s nice to know it happens to more experienced writers too. I do medical writing, which feels like a job. On almost any day, I can sit down, write, and get it done. The essays I’ve been writing on Substack are a different type of writing and the reasons I’m sharing are complex. Sharing something vulnerable is a personal decision; I think it’s important to really think about it for some time before deciding.
I think questions are more like work words. It always seems easy to follow curiosity to a question. So maybe finding someone to interview might be another backup option. If you can’t find your own magic words, maybe you could help someone else uncover their own. I loved your essay here too. Just being open, while still maintaining your own boundaries, is a good example for everyone. Looking forward to reading your next essay, whenever you find a topic you’re ready to write about and share.
I can really relate, and it’s nice to know it happens to more experienced writers too. I do medical writing, which feels like a job. On almost any day, I can sit down, write, and get it done. The essays I’ve been writing on Substack are a different type of writing and the reasons I’m sharing are complex. Sharing something vulnerable is a personal decision; I think it’s important to really think about it for some time before deciding.
I think questions are more like work words. It always seems easy to follow curiosity to a question. So maybe finding someone to interview might be another backup option. If you can’t find your own magic words, maybe you could help someone else uncover their own. I loved your essay here too. Just being open, while still maintaining your own boundaries, is a good example for everyone. Looking forward to reading your next essay, whenever you find a topic you’re ready to write about and share.
Wish my social security would let me be a paid subscriber.