What Does Being a “Real Writer” Even Mean?
Clarity helps you be more creative
Some people think writing really matters only if you’re chasing publication or bestseller lists.
But here’s the thing — what if writing just for you could be the most productive thing you do?
Writing for fun
Forget the pressure to publish. Imagine just writing for the sake of it — following your curiosity and telling a story because you feel like it. That’s where the magic happens. Creativity flourishes when there’s no one looking over your shoulder, waiting to judge. You get to mess around with new ideas, take risks, and get better because you’re enjoying the process. Who knew?
Thinking about the future? Don’t.
The minute you start thinking about what your writing should be, it changes. Suddenly, it’s about hitting the right word count, fitting into a neat genre box, and guessing what some editor or market “expert” might think. It’s like painting with someone standing over your shoulder, critiquing every stroke. You lose your flow, your freedom — and it all becomes a grind.
