This is a topic I struggle with a lot. On the surface, I certainly do not have the journey you describe to back my writing. I wasted a lot of the time I could have had one when I was younger and now find myself in a situation where I cannot easily go on one - bound by marriage, kids and mortgage. Not that this is something terrible - I have a lot to be eternally grateful for. But it's not grandiose story material. Still, the urge to write is there and I have to contend with what I have.
I think it could be problematic to see the journey as the price of admission of an aspiring writer. It could be seen as a new form of gatekeeping. But the eternal truth remains: If what you're writing about is not worth reading, chances are it won't get read.
Your insight on the essence of unique experiences for impactful writing is spot on. It’s a reminder that the most resonant stories come from authentic journeys and lived experiences.
This is a topic I struggle with a lot. On the surface, I certainly do not have the journey you describe to back my writing. I wasted a lot of the time I could have had one when I was younger and now find myself in a situation where I cannot easily go on one - bound by marriage, kids and mortgage. Not that this is something terrible - I have a lot to be eternally grateful for. But it's not grandiose story material. Still, the urge to write is there and I have to contend with what I have.
I think it could be problematic to see the journey as the price of admission of an aspiring writer. It could be seen as a new form of gatekeeping. But the eternal truth remains: If what you're writing about is not worth reading, chances are it won't get read.
Your insight on the essence of unique experiences for impactful writing is spot on. It’s a reminder that the most resonant stories come from authentic journeys and lived experiences.
Robert from Beyond AI
It’s interesting how many people call themselves thought leaders or take on business guru roles. Often the reality is that they are fakes.
Interesting words to contemplate.