I'm not insecure anymore. I'm just not working on my novel. I figure if I'm meant to write this darned thing, my Muse will let me know. In the meantime, I'm toodling along, singing a bunch, working out, hanging with hubs and with friends. Life's too short to fret over things that are not or over things I have done or things I am not doing which I think I should. Don'tcha agree?
Karen
Insecure Writers Support Group
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I think that's a perfect idea. But I also reckon your sneaky Muse will hit again very very soon, so watch your back. In the meantime, enjoy!
Oh I agree! The novel will come back when the time is right. I have to say, I really admire that you can sit back and let the story come to you. I need to learn to do more of that!
Life truly is too short to worry about whether I'm keeping up with every other writer on the world wide web.
Susan, I think you're probably right.
Kirsten, Amen!
Karen
So true, Karen. I'm writing again after months of up and down. Happy IWSG.
Great attitude. And, um...it's August. (It snuck up on me, too. LOL)
Thanks for visiting my blog. :)
IWSG #179 (At least until Alex culls the list again. :P)
Love it and yes, so true! Just reading this I could feel the release of chains and fresh air. Sometimes things shouldn't be forced. Hugs!
Very important reminders. I stress too much over my writing sometimes. Thank you for your comment today, it really touched me. :)
I agree, but sometimes your muse needs a little help. That's ok, too.
Yeah for you, Joylene
Melissa, yeah it's summer - vacation, right?
Tracy Jo, some things just can't be forced.
Melissa, you are very welcome
sydneyaaliyah, yeah, that's true - I guess.
Karen
This is my favorite IWSG post yet, good for you. :)
You're absolutely right.
Life is definitely too short for any of those things!
Yes! Need time to enjoy life before it's gone.
In the meantime, just go have fun!
Oh I so agree! It shouldn't be a chore. It should be enjoyable. I never force myself to write. I only do it when I feel like it and the words cannot be held back. Too many writers think you should have a daily or weekly quota. Oh whooey on that idea!
New follower here via the IWSG!
Yes! 100% agreed. And the funny thing about the muse is...it seems the best way to get a reaction is to ignore her. ;)
Yes! 100% agreed. And the funny thing about the muse is...it seems the best way to get a reaction is to ignore her. ;)
Sure, I agree, but I'm still insecure about a lot of things and I probably always will be. I mean, I'm not dying over my insecurity or letting it hinder me too much, but it does make me stop and think now and then. I don't know if I can blame insecurity so much for not working on the writing I should be working on, but sometimes I'm insecure that I won't get it done. Hmm--maybe that's not really insecurity.
Lee
Tossing It Out
You have a fantastic attitude. It is definitely inspiring and you are so right. Worrying about things you cannot control is not worth the time.
Karen, you are so right about this. Sometimes the harder we push, fret, and beat ourselves up with the shoulds...the less that happens. Relaxing and letting your muse guide the way is a fantastic approach.
I love all of you for the comments here - sorry I was away most of the day and into the evening.
Whew!
Karen
I find that my relationship with my muse is like any other. She gets tired of always having to take the initiative. I need to take my fair share of turns calling her. And ... she demands respect. If she offers inspiration, I'd jolly well better hop to it if I want her to keep on task.
In case you wonder, I call her via journal entries.
My relationship with Sarabelle will always be a WIP.
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