Writers must confront their fears from "summary" of The Courage to Write by Ralph Keyes
Writers face a multitude of fears that can hinder their creative process. These fears often stem from a fear of failure, a fear of rejection, or a fear of inadequacy. These fears can manifest themselves in many ways, such as writer's block, procrastination, or self-doubt. Writers must be willing to confront these fears head-on in order to overcome them and continue to write. One common fear that writers face is the fear of failure. This fear can be paralyzing, causing writers to second-guess themselves and their abilities. In order to confront this fear, writers must be willing to take risks and put themselves out there, even if it means facing the possibility of failure. By embracing the possibility of failure, writers can free themselves from the constraints of perfectionism and allow themselves to take creative risks. Another fear tha...
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