Is writing a book your dream? But just like other authors you also find it difficult to keep writing when the lows hit hard and feel elated when everything goes as per your plan. If you want to know how to deal with the emotional highs and lows while you are writing the book then your search ends here! This blog consists of tips that will help you stay emotionally resilient while you are writing. Ready to know more? Let's begin:
Writing is an Emotional Rollercoaster: I am sure you would agree that “No new journey is straight.” Before you read further, think about how you felt during your first day at work. Optimistic and happy, right? Now recall how you felt after six months. Maybe frustrated and you might have questioned yourself about the decision you made back then... and no, this doesn't end here. Now think about how you felt when you had to resign/retire from that place. Might have felt delighted and relieved. So, while writing your novel you will have to face similar stages the beginning, the middle, and the end and at these stages, you may experience similar emotions that you had experienced as an employee/founder.
Celebrate Small Wins: Finishing your book or publishing it is a definition of success in the literary journey for many. But the journey will be smoother if you consider completing a difficult chapter or overcoming writer's block as a milestone. Always celebrate small achievements because it will help you be resilient and make you feel that a journey is progressing even if it's in smaller ways.
Don't Fear The “Midway Crisis”: The middle of your book can often feel like this is the hardest part because the excitement has gone away and to complete the novel there's a long way to go, isn't it? At this point, you may question yourself, “Is the story worth completing?” “Will anyone ever be interested in reading this book?”Here's what you can do at this point: Instead of doubting yourself, focus on developing your characters, refining your story, make concepts simple and interesting.
Perfection Is A Trap: Are human beings perfect? No, they aren't! Then why do you expect your drafts to be perfect? It's good to aim for perfection but never let it affect your progress. Tip: It's okay if your draft has flaws at the initial stage, you can always refine it later. Initially, your goal should be to complete your first draft.
Find Your Creative Support System: If writing alone is one of the reasons you feel low then looking for people who will support you throughout this journey is the solution to it. Sharing your victories and failures with your well-wishers will be an emotional boost for you.
Setting Realistic Goals & Deadlines: Are you setting unrealistic goals or deadlines? If yes, that can be the reason why you are feeling low. Here's what you should do instead: Set only those goals that you can accomplish that will motivate you to complete your novel and reduce your stress.
Writing a novel isn't a game you have to win, it's a journey you have to enjoy from the beginning to the end. Imagine a year from now when you will read the reviews given by the readers about your story where they have mentioned, “I had a great time reading your book.”, "This was truly a page-turner for me.”, "I found your book very helpful because there were umpteen actionable tips in it." and many more such reviews! If you get to read such reviews you will be in happy tears! So what are you waiting for? Start writing your book, right away!
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