Writing requires courage from "summary" of The Courage to Write by Ralph Keyes
Writing is not for the faint of heart. It requires a level of bravery that many people may not realize. To sit down and pour your thoughts and emotions onto a blank page takes a certain kind of courage. It means being vulnerable, opening yourself up to criticism and judgment. It means putting your innermost thoughts out into the world, knowing that they may not be well-received. There is a fear that comes with writing, a fear of failure, of not being good enough. This fear can be paralyzing, preventing many would-be writers from ever putting pen to paper. But to truly write, one must push past this fear, must find the courage to confront it head-on. It is only by facing this fear that one can truly grow as a writer. Courage is required not only to start writing, but also to continue writing. The act of writing is a solitary one, requiring discipline and dedication. It is easy to become discouraged, to doubt oneself and one's abilities. It is easy to give up when faced with rejection or criticism. But it is in these moments of doubt that one must find the courage to persevere, to keep writing, to keep honing their craft.- Writing requires a deep inner strength, a belief in oneself and in one's voice. It requires the courage to be authentic, to speak the truth as one sees it. It is this courage that sets great writers apart, that allows them to create works that resonate with readers and stand the test of time. So if you want to write, if you want to truly express yourself through words, you must be willing to be brave. You must be willing to face your fears and embrace the courage that lies within you.
