Do you have an unrealistic view of your writing ability? It’s completely normal for writers, but it’s important to be aware of because it can cause a lot of pain and blockage along your writing journey. Nurturing a healthy mindset is crucial for a successful writing life. Our beliefs dictate what we do and how we act, so we need to get them aligned with reality.

At some point, every writer deals with feelings of discouragement and burnout. You may even get to a point where you say I don’t want to write anymore. If you’ve lost your writing mojo, don’t panic! I’m going to give you some ideas on how to make writing fun again. Whatever you do, try to rediscover the joy in writing. Because, guess what? Writing is supposed to be fun! It should fill up and replenish your soul. If you feel depleted and drained, you may be doing it wrong. If you’re wondering how to get excited about writing again, here are four things you can try.

Rejection is part of the writing process. Rejection is normal. All writers face rejection. A famous author we all know was rejected multiple times!

These things are all true. And I have deep respect for the writers who went before me. I am glad they share their stories of rejection and make us all feel more positive about the whole submission process. But after a recent string of rejections, these commonly recited facts weren’t making me feel any better.