conquerorwurm:

This isn’t a call for attention or help, I just thought it might feel good to work this feeling out through words and actually acknowledge what keeps getting me down. (No surprise, it’s writing.)

Feel free to pass this by, since it actually came out way more pathetic than I’d intended.

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I hope that what I am about to write makes any sense. Lot’s of text under the cut.

First of all - You DON’T NEED TO APOLOGISE.

You can’t force yourself to write. If nothing comes out, then it’s okay. Because forcing yourself to write won’t turn into a great work. Of course there’s always a possibility to correct things later. But in my experience, reading words which flow naturally from the writers head is so much better than when the writer forces himself to write anything.

Maybe you should train yourself with these mini fics you were planning. I’ve read once, there are plenty of exercises for writers. They help a lot as warming up and they’re perfect to make the words flow in the future.

It’s also okay to compare yourself to others but don’t get too much into it. You have your way of writing and others have their own. You have a wonderful charm in your work, because you are such a warm person. You put so much of yourself into your work. Give it a part of your soul. It makes us connect much more to the story.
You can take other authors as inspiration or ask them for tips (if possible) on how they manage to write so quick.

What makes you stand out is that you write so well although you’re a person of science. I’m not saying that biologists/physicists/chemists can’t do it. Most of them just walk strongly on the ground without their heads in the clouds. You and Momo and many people are perfect exaples: you can do both. I mean you don’t have to have a PhD in English to write beautifully. I hope it makes sense.

Don’t be ashamed of yourself for having trouble. Everyone has these moments. I had them when I used to write but my block made me stop a long time ago. I haven’t written anything for 8 years. Now I’m totally out of practice.

You can get through this. Everyone is cheering for you. We all can wait for a polished chapter. Because the end result will be perfect.

Be strong. You have all my support.

Source: conquerorwurm
  1. emmalyn said: *sends hugs* Gawd, I feel like that all the time. That horrible sinking feeling like your work isn’t good enough, and that others are having an easier time of it. The thing is, it’s not true! They’re struggling too, and you really are talented. c: <3
  2. arhenadoesart reblogged this from rubitrightintomyeyes and added:
    feel like this frequently...it’s not fun. Hugs and understanding and encouragement to you....
  3. miss-slothrop reblogged this from conquerorwurm and added:
    academic writing or creative writing. It’s the source...depression. It’s very hard
  4. andfirekilledthequeen reblogged this from rubitrightintomyeyes and added:
    Oh, Wurm…
  5. eluvi reblogged this from cornerof5thandvermouth and added:
    Well, Wurm, I hope you read this. I just want you to know that I don’t care about waiting
  6. cornerof5thandvermouth reblogged this from rubitrightintomyeyes and added:
    take as much of a breather as you need wurmface yr well being is more important than our entertainment and don’t ever...
  7. rubitrightintomyeyes reblogged this from conquerorwurm and added:
    Signal boosting need...you, Wurm. It’s stressful because
  8. lightningeclipse said: Ohh, I know these feelings all too well… I think a lot of creative people do, especially the ones that put so much effort and care into their work like yourself. Just know that you’re fantastic, and the time between chapters is more than worth it.
  9. fuchsiamae said: Those feels, I know them well. But we’ll always be here to remind you that you really are fantastic, and writing of your quality is worth taking as much time as you need.
  10. trelela reblogged this from conquerorwurm and added:
    I am about to write makes any sense. Lot’s of text under the cut. First of all - You DON’T NEED TO APOLOGISE. You can’t...
  11. cypher-d said: I know how it feels. Personal experience has lead me to understand that no matter how much of an adult you can generally be about such things, there is going to be one day where it all is unbearable. I’m 100%behind you and here if you want to talk.
  12. wolveswithhats said: I relate to this so much. It’s comforting to know that such an amazing writer as you has the same issues. For what it’s worth, no one’s enthusiasm seems to be waned by gaps between chapters, so I think it’s perfectly fine for you to take your time.
  13. yunyin said: Good luck on getting through this, Wurm.  : )
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