I felt the emotions swirling within me as I looked at my screen. The words were beginning to blur and my brain was becoming mush. The imagery was in my head. I’d reached a dead end. If there was a way forward, I couldn’t see it. It was all stone and hard place in front. I knew this feeling. It happened occasionally, but I dreaded it so much.
I knew what had happened. I was stuck. I’d started writing, without a clear goal of where the story was going. But that wasn’t bad because that’s how it usually was for me. Just write, and go with the flow. The words will come. But today was different. I stared at the words on the screen where I’d stopped. She looked towards the clouds and sighed. What did she do after she sighed?
I looked at the time. Forty minutes to the deadline for submission. I let out a sigh of sadness and exasperation and went to search for other things I could write instead. But it was futile. There was nothing for me to write. I’d had my whole week planned out. And now it looked like I was going to disappoint the people who needed me to finish that writing. Disappoint me. That was the hardest pill to swallow.
I took my earphones immediately and let all my favourite writing songs waft into my ears. But even as I went back to my screen, I knew it was pointless. I knew it wasn’t going to work. And I could feel the start of bitter tears as they stung my eyes. I blinked them away furiously. But what was I going to do? The wall in front of my mind’s head looked bigger and even more insurmountable than before.
In an impulsive act of desperation, I texted her.
“Help me. I don’t know what to do. I’m stuck. I can’t continue. It’s terrible.”
It single-ticked. And then it double-ticked. And I saw those little dancing bubbles that showed that she was typing. I breathed a sigh of relief I didn’t know I’d been holding. I realized then how lost I’d have felt if she wasn’t available. I had no one else to talk to. And time was running out.
“Slow down. Slow down. What’s going on?” She wrote. “What can’t you continue?”
I told her everything. And maybe I let a tear or two slip as I typed. It felt like I was lost. I saw the bubbles begin to dance again. For a minute and two and then three. Each second feeling like a lifetime. But I waited regardless. If she was going to work a miracle for me, it was worth the wait.
Take a deep breath.
Close your eyes.
And repeat the words, “I know how to continue.”
Say it ten times with conviction.
Pick up your phone. Look at the story again. And write.
I stared at it for a minute. And then two. Was that all to it? Was it going to work? I went to my writing page and stared at it. Could it be that simple?
I went back and asked, “Are you sure it would work?”
It was insane that I was daring to hope. Daring to trust. Daring to believe that I did something so simple, it could work. And then, she replied. “If you believe it would work, it will.”
It was all the motivation I needed. All the go-ahead I could possibly get. I memorized the steps in my head, even as I glanced at the time. Twenty-five minutes left. I couldn’t mess this up. I had a chance. And so, with all faith I could muster, I took a deep breath and said the words. With conviction and with hope. And without a shadow of doubt.
I can do it.
I know how to continue.
And after the tenth time, I picked up my phone and let the peace and calmness settle fully in my being. I tapped at the keys. Furious fingers but a calm heart. It was like a miracle, seeing that insurmountable wall begin to dissipate like dust. My mind’s eye begin to clear from the fog that blinded it.
And when I was done and clicked on submit, I looked at the time. Seven minutes left. I smiled so hard and then I heard the ping.
Did it work? She asked.
She couldn’t have seen the tears that rolled at those three words but maybe she felt it as I typed.
“Yeah, it did. Thank you.”
Motivation in different ways. A will to pursue. A will to achieve. And a soul who cared.
Breathe, Tess. Believe. And Be.
Jhymi🖤
A story about the inability to write a story! Inspired!
So glad you like it. Thank you!🤗
It is so relatable as it has happened to me, many times than not and more so because you expressed your thoughts beautifully.
Whenever I feel stuck I’d rather bail and choose something else for the time being but this was daring which made it all the more interesting. 💕
Yeah. It was even more pressing since time was not on my hand.
It's something a lot of us can relate to and I'm glad you like the way I related mine. Thank you @whitneyalexx🌺🤗
I was feeling good while reading the article and I realized each line came from your heart and It's the reason I was able to connect with this article as well as with your feelings.
Besides you are not the only one who feel it but also others can feel it because we also experienced such kind of situation sometimes.
Your writing quality impressed me very much.
!LUV
Thank you for your warm thoughts @intishar. And you're right on the fact that it's something a lot of us have faced. Getting stuck halfway or not being able to coordinate our thoughts at all.
Each line means a whole lot to me and it means a lot that you noticed that. You're amazing.🤗
Such people are like angels, giving us the best support in case of emergencies. I have encountered a few such situations too and I can relate to your tears of happiness.
It was a good read.
You're right. They are indeed life savers in the sweetest of ways and it's enough to be grateful for them.
Thank you so much @minhajulmredol and I'm most certainly glad you enjoyed it.🤗
Behind the screen and what you see—a consistently creative writer with brilliant works—is actually a person that's human and encounters hurdles every now and then to keep at reaching their potential as often as they can.
This is a story that encompasses what some people go through and how they feel on certain days on this everyday quest to deliver essence, and it's very relatable.
Many times, we aren't always in sync, and that can be a bummer. Having that external boost from a shoulder to lean on, even if it's just words of reassurance and a reminder of one's capability, goes a long way in those times we aren't in sync.
I see what you did with the prompt, Fangy. And I think it's admirably incredible.
Sometimes it feels like you're invincible when writing runs easily and smoothly. But times like this become humbling. You know you're human and that you aren't immune to hurdles like that.
Yeah. I've got people with really good shoulders that I love to lean on. And
histheir words are much appreciated by me.Thank you,Minion. I'm glad you like it.🌺
You're such an amazing writer. I can relate to this. In fact, I almost missed the deadline as well. But after moments of going back and forth, I finally came through. Self-talk could be a huge motivation.
#dreemportforlife
Thank you so much @mmykel. I think you're amazing yourself for meeting up with that deadline. And I'm happy you found the time to leave this heart warming words.🌺
And your reply is heartwarming as well. You're welcome.
Writers block sucks. I have it at the moment, staring at 'treasure' for the InkWell prompt. What can I write about what hasn't been already written? Sigh. At least you are writing well about not writing! :P
Sorry about that.😆 And that's how I feel a lot of times with prompts and I'm like, what can I possibly write?
But in the last minute, something comes up.
I so much admire your writing skills 😍. I could feel your feelings radiating through your words.
I can relate with your experience as it happens to me on some occasions but yours is quite different, since you were timed. Too much pressure and the words were not forthcoming.
I'm glad you reached out to someone who really cared and was willing to help. Those few words of encouragement did a whole lot of good for you at that moment.
That's one special friend you've got, NEVER let her slip from you!!!
#Dreemerforlife.
This means so much to me dearest, Nkem. You don't know how much 🤗☺️
Writer's block has dealt with a lot of us sha. It happens as far as you've got to create content time and again. But it's wonderful when you're able to find a way to get that zeal back.
I don't plan to. She knows she's amazing.
I'm so glad you resonated with this post, love. Have a wonderful weekend.🤗
Wow - you received the inspiration to write frm a caring person. I love the story - it is funny as you mnage to write a story abou tnot being able to write a story. Loved it.
Yeah. Writing a story about writing a story. I'm just realising it. I'm glad you loved it @momogrow and I'm glad you made it here.🤗
The story captures the feeling of writer's block very well. The description of the frustration, desperation, and hopelessness as the deadline approaches is vivid. The advice from the friend to take a deep breath, repeat an affirmation, and just start writing is simple but powerful. It speaks to overcoming self-doubt through positive self-talk. Thanks for sharing.
Overcoming self doubt through positive self-talk. That's it. You've given a wonderful preview of the writing itself and I'm glad you resonated with it.🌺
Oh that’s really sweet, your writing skill is fantastic! I love the way you describe everything with details. The story is pretty much relatable because I also have a friend who always motivates me to continue and not give up! Such an inspiring story amazing work.
!PIZZA
Thank you so much Ihaya. I'm so happy you made it here today. And I do love the fact that you've got a friend that motivates and encourages you to believe in yourself.🤗
Lots of !luv to you.🌺
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! help(no space) to get help on Hive. InfoSometimes it seems so simple and at other times so complicated. I think every writer has gone through a moment like that. The surprising thing is when we find that it's enough to let the words flow, even if nothing good comes out of it at first. A friend of mine used to call this process "letting the dirty water flow". The idea went something like this: "We are like a faucet. Sometimes we need to leave it running to let the dirty water flow. This process can take a long time or a short time. But sooner or later, the crystalline liquid that fills the pages with life will gush forth like a spring."
I liked your story. Thank you for sharing.
I think your friend's analogy and description is apt. Letting the dirty water flow till the crystal liquid emanates. It's good that you can relate to this. And like you said, it's the story of every writer at some point. Glad you mad it here dear.🌺
Writer's block at work and it happens many a times.
It's good to know that you have someone to talk to and you got the motivation to continue
Experienced one recently and I just abandoned the article mid way.
I guess I will practice this.
#dreemerforlife
Yayyy. It's wonderful that you're going to apply this and I do feel that it actually works.
Cause writer's block could be so devastating. Thanks for stopping by dearest @luchyl🌺
I can totally relate to this. It happens sometimes and my head will be totally blank but after a while, I would find the zeal again.
Thank you for sharing.
#dreemerforlife
Yeah. Finding that zeal is truly wonderful. Glad you made it here dearest @rukkie and thanks for stopping by.✨
Nice post with some great advice my friend. Thanks for sharing.
#dreemerforlife beemed down from #dreemport - to this #dreemer curated post :)
You're welcome. Thanks for stopping by.
Amazingly, you asked for help and the help came. This is beautiful. Well done.
Hello, dearest Dreemer, It is Friday... Hehe, TGIF. Weekend is fast approaching so, have fun. I waltzed in from #dreemport for I am an amazing #dreemer. An awesomely made #dreemerforlife.
Thank you Balikis. I'm glad you read it and liked it.
You are welcome ☺.
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Lovely 🔥
Say na Evian. You've sha started again ba?😂
Na Evian nau😂😂😂
I know you've missed me as I was inactive 😂😂✨
Me??? Miss you?????
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The hive love story continues ✨🔥🔥😂😂
You wish Seki. You really delusionally wish.😂
I've form new word because of you now.😂
See me motivating you to do new things 😂😂😂
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