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Trust your instincts as a writer from "summary" of The Art of Memoir by Mary Karr
As you navigate the complex landscape of memoir writing, it can be easy to get lost in a sea of conflicting advice and opinions. Everyone seems to have their own set of rules and guidelines for what makes a good memoir, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of yourself. However, amidst all the noise and confusion, there is one piece of advice that rises above the rest: trust your instincts as a writer. Your instincts are like a compass that guides you through the writing process, helping you make decisions about what to include, what to leave out, and how to structure your narrative. They are the voice inside you that knows what feels true and authentic, even when the outside world is telling you otherwise. When you trust your instincts, you are tapping into a deep well of creativity and intuition that can lead you to unexpected and powerful storytelling. When you second-guess yourself or try to conform to someone else's idea of what your memoir should be, you run the risk of diluting your unique voice and vision. Your instincts ar...
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