I love your idea of a writing nemesis—for the purpose of allowing you to feel generous toward everyone else. It’s also a wonderful example to sit and think of the Sarahs, Jessicas, and Kims I’ve known. And how I can be one to someone else maybe. Thank you for talking through this “writing life” idea.
Whoooweee! This was magnificent! Exactly what I needed to read. I'm putting it aside to re-read in moments I lose confidence. (And those moments are practically daily!)
P.S: I've also told many people about you "Taxes" column. I love how you mix the practical with *wicked* wit. And, yep, I'm envious!
Thank you! Also, glad you liked the Taxes column, that one felt like a risky choice since outside of an audience of accountants, taxes aren't exactly exciting conversation.
Basically, it ALL struck a chord ;) . I haven't yet found the courage to join a writers' group, because of imposter syndrome and also fear that no one will like my stuff. Your blog and your social media posts make me laugh and heave a sigh of relief, to know that I'm not alone in all this uncertainty. Thanks, Sonal!
Wow, Sonal, a very compelling essay. You ask what chords were struck, I'd have to say the whole theme of introverts struggling to find community was very relatable. One message that did particularly resonate with me was the concept of rejecting the scarcity mentality of it all.
I love your idea of a writing nemesis—for the purpose of allowing you to feel generous toward everyone else. It’s also a wonderful example to sit and think of the Sarahs, Jessicas, and Kims I’ve known. And how I can be one to someone else maybe. Thank you for talking through this “writing life” idea.
Also, I'm apparently highly motivated by spite, lol. :)
same!
Whoooweee! This was magnificent! Exactly what I needed to read. I'm putting it aside to re-read in moments I lose confidence. (And those moments are practically daily!)
P.S: I've also told many people about you "Taxes" column. I love how you mix the practical with *wicked* wit. And, yep, I'm envious!
Thank you! Also, glad you liked the Taxes column, that one felt like a risky choice since outside of an audience of accountants, taxes aren't exactly exciting conversation.
LOL! I just wish I had read it 20 years ago. Waaay too much time wasted on being perfectionist with the taxes.
Basically, it ALL struck a chord ;) . I haven't yet found the courage to join a writers' group, because of imposter syndrome and also fear that no one will like my stuff. Your blog and your social media posts make me laugh and heave a sigh of relief, to know that I'm not alone in all this uncertainty. Thanks, Sonal!
Oh Anne. Be brave. Everyone else feels like an imposter too.
Thanks for the words of encouragement, Sonal
Wow, Sonal, a very compelling essay. You ask what chords were struck, I'd have to say the whole theme of introverts struggling to find community was very relatable. One message that did particularly resonate with me was the concept of rejecting the scarcity mentality of it all.
And congrats on reaching 500 subs!
Thanks Mark!