HealthyGamerGG 40 Year-Old Gifted Kid: Why Can’t I Start Writing My Novel?
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Dec 20, 2022 Explore the struggles of a 40-year-old writer battling fear and comparison in pursuing their novel writing dreams. Delve into overcoming the paralysis faced by aspiring authors, embracing effort and growth in writing, and the importance of focusing on personal progress rather than external validation.
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Lifelong Writer's Fear
- A 40-year-old lifelong writer shared struggles with fear of failure and comparison despite years of practice.
- This fear leads to avoidance behaviors like playing video games instead of writing.
Pressure Paralyzes Adult Passion
- The pressure to succeed in a single final career goal can paralyze adults.
- The more you identify with that one goal, the harder it is to take the first step due to fear of failing entirely.
Skill Increases Fear of Failure
- The more skill and preparation one has, the greater the fear of failure can become.
- With much invested, failure feels like losing one's entire identity and potential future.