Pressure To Write
By: Ciera Barnes
I must admit that as a writer, I put an absorbent amount of pressure on myself. There have been so many times that I write and delete things. In my mind, the article has to be perfect. The writing always has to be deep and meaningful. Even though I know I can write for pleasure and fun. Writing should be a free and liberating experience. I feel as though I have permanent writer's block. Even though I know it comes from anxiety and self-doubt. I know that this unrealistic pressure is causing unnecessary stress. It’s also stopping me from writing. I just need to get out of my own head. Now I am going to try to write without putting so much pressure on myself. I'm trying to change my approach to writing in general. I would like to try and publish two articles a week. Although, I make no promises. I will allow my words to flow freely. I will self-edit without any judgment. I will allow myself grace and time to grow as a writer.
