Accept the support in all ways that you get it. People don’t have to read your book or your writings to support you. I’ve learned that. I used to think that if someone didn’t read my book, that they weren’t interested in what I was doing. But some people just aren’t readers, or what you’re writing isn’t their favorite genre, however that doesn’t mean that they don’t support what you’re doing. Some of the closest people to me haven’t read my book and that’s okay. What I know is that they’re all there for me. When I announced that I was getting published all I received were positive responses and congratulations. They were proud of me for pursuing my dreams and for never giving up. That was enough to make me happy. As writers, sometimes just the push from those that care about us or love us is what we need to remind us that we’re doing what we love. It can get so rough, lonely even, when you’re lost in your thoughts all the time. And it feels like the only confirmation or affirmation is that people are reading your completed books, but even the simple push of motivation or a ‘don’t stop’ comment can come in real helpful when you are deep into the writing process because there are so many times that you want to start over, that you feel your writing is straight up crap, or that you aren’t going to get anywhere with it. So, the simple comments of appreciation and motivation are welcomed. I’m realizing that after this new journey, and right now that I’m on deadlines for the first time in my writing career and taking such a huge leap in this section of my life. And something that anyone smack dab in the middle of writing, or even right at the beginning, or the end of it all. This is not a career decision for just anyone and not something that anyone can do. To give into it and offer so much time and energy, a sweet pat on the back can be the make or break it motivation we all need.
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