Why do I write? What is the point?
A month ago I was finishing the final draft of my book. I was euphoric. I had a clear vision and a single-minded focus. I had never felt better, never been more certain of my path. I was inspired in a way I had never before experienced. I had a clear goal and I was going to achieve it.
For months I had pushed everything but writing aside. Each blog post aligned with my message because I thought of little else. Each word prompt inspired heartfelt writing that flowed without effort. I was insanely grateful for every single thing in my life; appreciating things that should have caused frustration. I was fearless; nothing scared me.
My life was at an all-time high. I had a purpose. I wanted to infect others with the same feeling I had as I was writing.
Since my book was published I have had to get back to βnormalβ life. I had to refocus on work, household chores, errands, exercising, and all the mundane tasks I shoved to the side while working on my project. As time goes on I feel my sense of purpose slipping away. I have other projects I want to work on but have started none of them.
I am consumed by the things that have to get done, instead of the things I want to do. Daily life is filled to the brim and there is no time to work toward my goals. My attention is diverted by each shiny object I pass; my time taken up by kittens, kids, coworkers, and friends.
I am feeling overwhelmed without adding a new project to my list, yet I know it is the next project that will bring back that sense of purpose.
So why do I write? Why do I continue to post each day when sometimes it feels futile?
I write because Iβm a writer. I write because my writing has connected me with people in a way I never expected. I write because I know my writing has made a significant difference in the lives of at least 2 people, possibly more. I write because it allows me to express thoughts and feelings I might otherwise keep to myself. I write because it means something to me. I write because it matters.
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This post is in response to the daily writing prompt Infect
I try and write because I am enjoying it, always wanted to do it, figured I did not have the skills nor the nohow. Now, I got used to it, hopefully doing better at it, and I really enjoy it. Of course, it is only me, myself, and I to deal with, so I can. You said it well and it was an enjoyable read. I wrote today “Why tomorrow and not today” a short time ago. It kinda goes along with your flow. Thank you.
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I’ll go check out your post! Thanks for commenting! π
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I am also consumed by the things that have to be done right now as well and my writing has suffered. Your post is very motivational. I need to get back to the grind – if only for the minutes I can get here and there. Because it does matter!
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π thank you! From time to time I wonder why I bother….This is what I tell myself. I do it because it matters.
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Yes, it does matter.
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π thank you!
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Your writing has made a difference in my life. I can count as one of the two you’ve influence. I have seen your strength and wisdom through your writing. I sincerely enjoy it!π
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β€οΈπ thank you! I’ll tally my count to 3 then. π this post was inspired by a conversation I had with a friend this morning whose comment mirrored doubts I’ve felt…This was my response. π
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Love it!β€οΈ
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Your writing does move people…myself included. You will find the way to insert you projects into your already busy schedule…just be patient..
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π thank you! I will find a way.
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Good for you Dee. Congratulations on your book, youβre killing it! Youβre not just surviving, youβre definitely thriving!
Seems to me that youβre not just writing because youβre inspired, but because you also want to truly inspire. Not just to infect other, but to have an infectious heart to others; youβre on your way! Keep connecting, keep expecting, keep sharing; express your thoughts, and your heart! Keep writing, because it truly does matter; to you!
#BeFearless!
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“to have an infectious heart to others”….yes this is true! For me the value truly is in the connections I make….The interactions when I truly touch the heart of someone else. π thanks for the pep talk!
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I would be so sad if you did not write every day. I look forward to your posts as much as our chats.
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β€οΈ thank you. For you I will keep writing! π
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Awesome cause I would have to hound you otherwise πππ
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Hi there
I have nominated you for the Liebster Award
https://helpbreakthesilence.wordpress.com/2018/05/18/the-liebster-award/
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Thanks! I’ll get to this as soon as I can! π
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Pleasure. Sure π
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Very encouraging! Thank you!!
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π thank you! I’m not sure if it was meant to encourage you or me but as long as it helps someone. π
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From May 12, 2017:
https://wordpress.com/post/waltswritingsonlife.wordpress.com/333
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β€οΈ powerful post Walt! I’m not sure how I missed it but I’m so happy you shared it with me!
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It’s a year old!!
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Lol I missed the year on the post. π€¦ββοΈ
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π΅ πΆπ±
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This makes so much more sense. lol. Your link didn’t work so I went searching and looked found the one you posted 5/12/18…which is a beautiful post. But the one from 2017 it’s like you wrote what I was thinking. Thank you Walt!
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Kindred spirits. βΊπ
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Yes we are β€οΈ
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Great post Dee! Loved your question and your answer! We write because we are writers/poets! Bravo!
xoxo
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Thank you! π
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I write because I know no better and so do you.
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π haha probably true!
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