Jessey, I went through this same exact thing recently. Except for me, I wasn't motivated by validation or likes or numbers. I was more worried about losing momentum-- losing steam and giving up. I was worried that Shiny Object Syndrome would take hold and I'd move on to the next hobby, leaving writing in the dust. And I really, really didn't want that to happen because I had gained so much from writing. But after taking a much-needed break, I realized I still loved writing. That break gave me the information I needed. Because it made me realize writing wasn't just some hobby I could easily distract myself from-- writing was much more than that. It had become a part of me and no matter how many breaks I take or how long my absence, I'll always find my way back. I've found a lot of peace in that knowledge and can now shelf my writing without stress
I'm happy to here you overcame that fear. For me, writing started as my therapy. Now it's become my fun place. I think you get too hard on yourself and the pressure can be overwhelming. Try to make it fun and remove the pressure. You will unlock your full potentials if you keep sharing your words out there.
Jessey, I went through this same exact thing recently. Except for me, I wasn't motivated by validation or likes or numbers. I was more worried about losing momentum-- losing steam and giving up. I was worried that Shiny Object Syndrome would take hold and I'd move on to the next hobby, leaving writing in the dust. And I really, really didn't want that to happen because I had gained so much from writing. But after taking a much-needed break, I realized I still loved writing. That break gave me the information I needed. Because it made me realize writing wasn't just some hobby I could easily distract myself from-- writing was much more than that. It had become a part of me and no matter how many breaks I take or how long my absence, I'll always find my way back. I've found a lot of peace in that knowledge and can now shelf my writing without stress
I'm happy to here you overcame that fear. For me, writing started as my therapy. Now it's become my fun place. I think you get too hard on yourself and the pressure can be overwhelming. Try to make it fun and remove the pressure. You will unlock your full potentials if you keep sharing your words out there.
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