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I Came to Write, But Learned Lessons Beyond Writing
Lessons That Writing Teaches You Apart from Writing
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When I started writing three months ago, I thought it was just about putting my thoughts into words and learning a bit about the craft.
A few months in, I’ve realized that writing teaches you much more than just writing! It’s about observing, showing up consistently, engaging with others, and accepting the unexpected.
Here’s what I learned when I set out to write, besides writing —
1. Nobody Notices Your Mistakes as Much as You Do
That article I proofread ten times? Still has a mistake in the photo caption. Strangely, I missed it every single time!
Ever felt like everyone was judging you after a big mistake? Turns out, no one remembers.
Writing (and life) is just a series of missteps that nobody really cares about — so switch off that imaginary spotlight, stop overthinking and keep moving forward.
2. No Predictable Formula for Success
Some people go viral in no time, while others grind for months (or years) before seeing results. Life, much like writing, doesn’t follow a predictable formula.
The only way to…
