You Are a Writer (So Start Acting Like One)

2. People Who Believe In Themselves Prepare For Success

I'd hate for something I make to go viral and then watch as nothing changes afterwards. No new fans, followers, or subscribers even though that ONE thing I did hit so hard.

I'd hate to get a big opportunity—like a celebrity shoutout, or being introduced to someone who can change my life—and then... See more

Artists and creators become so because they feel they have a special taste to share, a special view of the world that is significant and different. But to really be able to bring it to life and share it with the world takes time and work.

I think a lot of people want to be but they don’t want to do . They want to have written a book, but they don’t want to write the book. They want to be fit, but they don’t want the tedium of working out. They’re ashamed of rejection and they’re ashamed of imperfection. I might want lots of people to subscribe to this Substack, but do I want to work... See more