Writing Past Fear: 10 Ways To Stop Worrying And Start Writing
Many people claim that they want to write. Most wont because of a giant monster called FEAR. It looms over individuals and paralyzes them. What if Im no good? What if Im wasting my time? What if What if What if Fear creates these never-ending questions, but fortunately the beast can be conquered. Its conquered every day. Here are ten ways to get over fear and start writing:
1) Handwrite. Theres something informal about writing longhand. Just grab a piece of paper and jot notes down. They do not have to be anything brilliant. What you write could be something as simple as I wish I had an idea about Dont worry what your handwriting looks like, just fill the page with free thought.
2) Send yourself an email. An email isnt real writing so use this format to jot a story down. You can write about an imaginary day or a neighborhood event. This is a great exercise to get in the storytelling mode and you dont have to worry about the recipient its you!
3) Commit before youre ready. Tell someone youre a writer and let them give you an assignment. Anything from writing a menu to a libretto. Theres...