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Ohkk, but when I used to write plotting things out and then I started to write like a pantser, both the way I feel the same with writing, but yeah I don't like to research much for writing, it makes me feel overwhelmed....

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Sure, I am going number wise....

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Perfect! That way, you'll get a better understanding. Keep going that way.😁👍 Let me know if you need any help.

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Yupss...

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Give yourself and your writing some time, Vanshika. It won't happen over night. It took me months to finally reach a point where I start accepting, "ok, i can write."

For now, have mad, unconditional faith in yourself, and keep writing judgement-free.

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It's about 6 months I am writing and got 48 followers on Medium...

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Would you like to dive deeper into this conversation? ☺️ I could let you know what worked for me and what I'd do differently.

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That's why I have messaged you on dm...

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Yeah sure....

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How were you experimenting? How did you know "OK that's the thing that makes me peaceful and my writing beautiful?"

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Hi Vanshika :)

When it comes to experimenting with my writing, I go with how I am feeling about my writing. NOT what I think it is supposed to look like or sound like when compared to writings of others.

When I am writing one of essays, and feel like it's not working out, I take a break and come back to later. Having fresh mind helps me see my writing with fresh eyes.

When I am done writing my essay, I ask myself - "is there anything else that needs to be included in this? and what improvement do I need to make in the next one?" That way I am continuously shipping my work while improving the next one. If I stay stuck with the current essay trying to perfect it, it'll never get published.

As long as I am satisfied with my work, I am good. :)

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