This was super interesting to read and I actually didn't know that they were all 27, only that they had died much too young. That is so crazy to think about. I'm 35, so 27 feels very young. I very much hope that this is a year of nice change for you and that you make progress on all of your goals. I don't think it's a good idea to consider yourself "behind" in writing -- I think it's important to remember that any and all progress is progress and even when you are not writing, stories can kind of simmer in your head -- it's a good time to work on plot points, character development, to think about the theme, etc. -- and all of the thinking is work as well. And I would also say that everyone needs a break now and then, it can be healthy. In our art class, we used to work on a piece for awhile and our professor would make us take a break, get out of the room, go outside, and then come back later with fresh eyes. :)
I also believe in the power of small goals -- something that you know you can do. Whenever you feel like you're ready to focus on writing your WIP, maybe set a goal of writing 200 words every day. Just something that you can do even on a busy day, and over time it adds up to quite a lot.
Okay, this is longer than I intended, lol -- anyway, happy belated birthday and have a nice day!! :)
This was super interesting to read and I actually didn't know that they were all 27, only that they had died much too young. That is so crazy to think about. I'm 35, so 27 feels very young. I very much hope that this is a year of nice change for you and that you make progress on all of your goals. I don't think it's a good idea to consider yourself "behind" in writing -- I think it's important to remember that any and all progress is progress and even when you are not writing, stories can kind of simmer in your head -- it's a good time to work on plot points, character development, to think about the theme, etc. -- and all of the thinking is work as well. And I would also say that everyone needs a break now and then, it can be healthy. In our art class, we used to work on a piece for awhile and our professor would make us take a break, get out of the room, go outside, and then come back later with fresh eyes. :)
I also believe in the power of small goals -- something that you know you can do. Whenever you feel like you're ready to focus on writing your WIP, maybe set a goal of writing 200 words every day. Just something that you can do even on a busy day, and over time it adds up to quite a lot.
Okay, this is longer than I intended, lol -- anyway, happy belated birthday and have a nice day!! :)