Embrace the imperfections in your writing from "summary" of Writing with Power by Peter Elbow
As a writer, it is important to recognize that perfection is an unattainable goal. No matter how hard we try, our writing will never be flawless. Embracing the imperfections in our writing is not a sign of weakness, but rather a recognition of our humanity. It is through our imperfections that we can truly connect with our readers. When we try to mask our imperfections, we run the risk of alienating our audience. Readers are more likely to relate to writing that is honest and authentic, rather than polished and artificial. Embracing our imperfections allows us to present ourselves as genuine and relatable writers. Moreover,...
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