by Lori Beard-Daily
Do you have the right spirit to be a writer? As a
writer, you have to have the spirit of commitment. It’s that spirit of staying
power that allows you to earn the entitlement of being called a writer. It’s
that same spirit that keeps you up at night with new ideas on how you’re going
to recreate, rejuvenate, and recommit to making your next writing project an
even better one than your last.
Do you have the right spirit when it comes to
dealing with disappointments? Being a writer can definitely be a rewarding experience
when things are going well. But, a writer also needs the right spirit in
dealing with the ups and downs that comes with the title. It’s not just about
the writing. That can be the easy part. The not-so-easy part comes in when you
also have to promote and market your work, develop your fan base, and
continuously create awareness.
In some ways, being a writer is like being a
parent. Your writing is your baby. You
want to protect it and are not always open to criticism, right? And even though
there may be times when you would like to, you know that you can’t abandon it
when things are not going the way you would like for them to go. You have to
see things through and arm yourself with the necessary knowledge and skills that
you need in order to hone your craft.
As a writer, you have to have the spirit of
confidence. Believe in yourself when others do not. There will be plenty of
naysayers out there as you go down the path to be a successful writer. But, in
order to do this, you must remain steadfast and have faith in in your talent, your
work, and yourself. Connect with other like-minded writers. Seek out
relationships and organizations that focus on helping writers. It’s always good
to be around others who have your same vision and provide support. You can
share ideas and gain new insight when you step out of your comfort zone and
open your circle to include other writers.
As a writer, you also need the spirit of
passion. Do you enjoy your writing whether or not you are getting paid to do
it? When you have passion, you have a positive energy that comes from bringing
more of you into what you do. It’s doing what comes naturally for you. Your
passion can also draw people to you. It can also attract more readers to your
work. When your readers feel your passion, it gives them a feeling of
connection and a desire to know more about your writing.
Writers should read different types of genres,
embrace other author’s works, and not compare their work to others’. As a
writer, you should go at your own pace. Be your own person and don’t let others
determine the value of what you or writing is worth. When you have the right
spirit, there is no stopping you! Go and enjoy your passion. Keep your spirits
high and continue to be the writer you’ve always wanted to be!
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