I shared this on my Facebook page but felt the need to also share it in my blog. Since I have a little more time to write, I get to put my thoughts on a page.
"Am I a writer? Did you put words to a page while telling a story? If so, you're a writer. Don't let anyone tell you differently.
I find myself questioning my ability to tell a story. I question if anyone would ever be interested in any of the stories I share and will share. One of my biggest issues is not sharing my stories. I am the worst at promoting.
That saying of "you are your own greatest cheerleader" gets lost on me. I look at what other people are doing and freak out. As long and as hard as I have been working at this, you'd think I'd just get over myself. "Imposter Syndrome" good gravy. I had to look up the meaning of this term. When I did, I quickly realized my face could've been plastered right next to the definition. When anyone asks me about my books, I tend to shy away from discussing them.
Recently, I started making videos that share little tidbits about my works. Let's just say, I thought I was going to have a full-fledged panic attack when I posted the first. I am MY OWN WORST CRITIC. I literally ripped it to shreds in my mind. I have actual anxiety about it still being out there and available on my TikTok but there it will remain. Eventually, I'll muster the courage to post it to YouTube.
Why am I sharing this? I don't know. Maybe there's someone else out there who is like me and can relate to this post. Maybe it'll help someone else.
Until next time. Live life out loud! Feel free to "step into the dark side of romance"! * Kelsey
