This is the second installment from How to Arrive at Breakthrough Writing and Find W.O.W. (Words of Wisdom) Factors.

Face Your Writing Fears

Another tough task, I know. But, I had to, so I’ll know how to overcome these fears.

If you haven’t done so yet, make a list of these fears. Give them a name.

Some of my fears were (and some still insist on coming back every now and then):

• Getting criticisms, especially for my grammar and other inadequacies.
• Falling short of people’s expectations.
• Sounding too “mushy” or unprofessional.
• Being misjudged or misunderstood by family or peers.

What about you? Do your fears have names yet?

The W.O.W. Factor
Words of Wisdom

It is not easy to admit faults and face criticisms. Whether I’m writing from the gut or from a far-off point of view, I’ll still make mistakes. Some people will still find fault. But then, do these people matter more than your writing? Do judgments or expectations weigh more than your passion to write? If yes, maybe it’s time to shift gears and stop calling yourself a writer. Because truth is: no matter how many articles, stories, or books you publish - nothing will be “perfect enough.” Critiques and critics will still come. Writing in and of itself should be more important than any of your fears.