How To Overcome Doubt In Your Writing

[@FBLeach-lx9sr]

Thank you. I love this. Not feeling doubtful. Just a bit overwhelmed with the process.

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed! I still feel that way too, more times than I'd like to admit. You're certainly not alone!

[@Desertphile]

Thank you for the video. I constantly tell myself I should stop writing because I'm a horrible writer.

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

I think we all tell ourselves this sometimes! Completely normal, but the important thing to remember is that if you don't keep going, you'll never get better :)

[@Desertphile]

Is this "normal?" I mean do other writers feel their writing is not good enough to have readers pay for it? My first manuscript has been read by several internationally known best-selling authors, as I live near Santa Fe and I run in to them now and then when I am in town. One wrote "It's fantastic! It’s a cynical, outrageous, politically incorrect, foul-mouthed and absolutely hilarious modern-day _Walden._" He has 17 best-sellers, so I should take his word on such things but I still don't like what I have written and I think it is not good enough to charge money for. I want to give it away for free, but my agent wants to sell it for an embarrassingly huge sum. When does a writer feel "good enough" to call herself or himself a writer?

[@mjikayla]

Desertphile the thing about being a writer is that you'll never be finished with the book--you'll always feel like there's more to be said/changed. You know when you're writing is done when you can live with the loose ends, and still be proud of your work. It's not easy, but I wish you luck, and I'll be rooting for you :)

[@aprilgosa5779]

Desertphile let the readers decide if your story is good enough to spend their money on and keep writing you will feel secure if you keep going and do not let doubt stop you if so many like your writing they can't all be wrong

[@aprilgosa5779]

Desertphile you have already written that one story so as i said let it be sold and keep writing doubt is all the more reason to keep writing not a reason to stop have a good day and I hope Kristen can help you too she is a very smart young lady

[@ThewritingkingRichard]

When I have doubt in my writing, I find the person who is putting me down and resolve it. :-) Great video.

[@ladreamer6259]

But if it's myself 🥺

[@danpartridge8584]

Beauty AND brains! Thank you for continuing to be a vital resource for budding writers everywhere. Your iron will and malleability as an artist definitely shines through here! Keep up the good work.

[@creepypastapudding3531]

I know this is a year old by this point, but I just gotta say I am really glad I stumbled across it. I have been toying with an idea for a novel for the last two years which I really like the idea of but my own self doubt nearly crushed it out of me. My doubt told me it wasn't good enough to put to paper and nobody would want to read it, let alone pay for it. But this video has inspired me, the last point in particular, now I really want to work hard on it and see it through, so thank you for being so inspirational!

[@merriehousdon3127]

As always, your videos come at the perfect time. Been struggling with self-doubt in my writing for the past couple of weeks.

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

I'm happy to hear that this video helped, but unhappy to hear that you're struggling with doubt! I really hope this video provided valuable insight for you ♡

[@MrJohn013]

I love your VLOGs! You are such a great inspiration. Thank you!

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Wow, thank you! That really warms my heart 😊

[@nohea_robertson]

Such a great and encouraging video, I really needed this! I don't have many writing friends/buddies and it's hard to find someone who I can relate to, which is why I watch YT. I've known since I was a teenager that writing is my calling. There has been many times where I let doubt creep in and keep me from moving forward. Which is why it's taken me 30 years to make that jump toward getting published. I don't want to wait another 30 years! lol

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

You can do it, Lisa!! So proud of you for taking the leap. Keep going!

[@nohea_robertson]

Thank you! :)

[@dekaosman2936]

yaaay 6k Congrats 🎉🎊🎈🎉

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Thank you! 😊😊

[@tamijxo]

Totally having doubts about my writing tonight, then I saw this video while I was watching another one of your videos! Thanks Kristen.

[@daelynn730]

I absolutely love your videos. Thank you so much for this. Because of you, I honestly feel like I can do anything. Not just from this video, but from others of yours as well. I'm definitely subscribing. You're one of my faves

[@weareuniqueforareason7503]

I wish I could like this over and over again 💖

[@lolarene210]

Thank you for this video! I've been wanting to write a novel for years but haven't really took some serious time with it until now! Your videos have inspired me to take that leap of faith. :)

[@ScififanP]

I have OCD. For a time it made writing a living hell. After doing something about the pesky doubt, now I just worry about what could go wrong but not so bad from before. :) I think it just takes a little experience and time, and positive thoughts are very important. ps. This really helped me to de-stress and is good advice indeed.

[@TARoth-qg7sn]

Very helpful video!! Thanks ❤

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

♡♡

[@KristaRobynify]

Thank you, Kristen, for this video. It was very encouraging.

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Thanks for watching! I'm happy you enjoyed it.

[@EstelleVandeVelde]

Thank you so much for your video! I really needed it today. I feel a lot overwhelmed by what's going on in my life right now, as if I'm in a spiral that never slows down. I stopped writing three weeks ago (because of job applications, wedding organisations, family issues, etc), and I realise that I need to write to stay sane. So thank you so much for your advice, because I can apply your tips on what I'm living today

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

So happy to hear this! And I hear ya on being overwhelmed. My work inbox has recently exploded and I feel like I can't ever catch up! But I also need to write to stay sane. Just keep writing!

[@jonasanddemi100]

You know Kristen? You have easily become my #1st inspiration in the world of writing. God bless you and your work ;)

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Aww thank you so much, Ismail! That really means a lot 😃😃

[@paulapoetry]

Awesome advice, thank you 😃 x

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Thanks for watching!! 😊

[@r.a.fraley1616]

6:00--Glad to find this is normal 7:30--Thank you

[@LatinLector]

You always give the best advice! Thank you!!

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Aww, thank you so much!!

[@powerspyin1games]

This vdeo came out at the right time. Thanks

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Love hearing that. Thanks for watching!

[@lanalytch]

Thank you thank you thank you ^________________^ Advice on this subject is rarely so practical!

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Thank you! I really appreciate you saying that 😊

[@AuthorAnnaHowell]

Thank you I keep forgetting that I am unique personally and in my writing and I'm in charge of my writing. Tips and suggestions I see are good on KZbin. Ultimately I'm seperate from them and that is actually ok. Thanks Kristin!! P.S this comment was a bit of a ramble sorry!! Hopefully it makes sense lol😂

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

You certainly are! Thanks for watching ♡

[@creativewritingprose6387]

Celebration list, good idea. Thank you.

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

😊😊

[@mspoetic888]

Thanks so much for sharing!

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Thank YOU for watching! :)

[@samkubishta3202]

Hey Kristen. Do you use Microsoft Word? If so, it would be soooooo helpful if you could make a video about formatting on it. Thanks, you're such an inspiration, and your videos help me in my writing journey.

[@CruxOroq]

So I'm writing a book and I keep coming across character's goals. I was wondering if it would be possible in doing a video on how you got your character's goals. If that question makes sense. Oh yeah, love your videos they are super helpful. :)

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

When you mean character's goals, are you talking about their motivation? Or something different? Just trying to make sure I understand :) Thanks!

[@CruxOroq]

Yeah, It's a bit confusing when someone asks me oh what is your character's goals and motivations. I just look at them dumbfounded.

[@CruxOroq]

Yes, that sounds about right the goals and motivation :). I am sorry I wasn't clear about that.

[@xzonia1]

This is great advice; thanks! I need to implement these in my life.

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

So happy you like them!!

[@leeanneweir4345]

Thanks you so much

[@laurenworrall7082]

I feel doubt in my writing before I even begin to write.This then cause multitude of ideas to mount up and then I end up getting rid of most of my ideas then regretting it days later.

[@Avatargeek23]

I definitely get great ideas while driving and listening to music. "Driving long distances, which is EVERYWHERE in Texas" That's so true! lol I live in the Kingwood area seems like everything is at least 30 minuets away.

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Haha I know the feeling! Everywhere is about a 45 minute drive for me, but at least it gives me time to think!

[@Avatargeek23]

Haha! Agreed. By the way, could you do a video on Book Con....like a detailed step by step process describing how a sled-published author can participate, getting your books to the location, what to expect etc. I think you've done a video about it in the past about it, but I am unsure. If you have can you link me? ☺

[@AuthorKristenMartin]

Yes, I plan on doing a vlog for BookCon, as well as talking about how to prepare for a large conference like that! I did talk about attending writing conferences and what to expect in one of my videos, but that's a little different since you're not showcasing your work at writer's conferences. So that will be coming your way May/June! 😊

[@Grace-jo1mt]

I'm glad I found this post of yours. (づ￣ ³￣)づ I always feel like my writing isn't good enough, like I'll never be a good writer. 😟 It upsets me and this makes me stop writing for a few months/weeks. My doubts will also give me writers block. My doubts are mostly about myself, as I have a very *VERY* low self esteem. *On a lighter note, thank you so very much for making this. The last one especially helped me.*

[@annet.9411]

I'm my own worst enemy. I've put off writing for so long. I write for a week then ask myself, "Who would want to read this?" Or, "I'm not good." Ugh.

[@kyro-jaxxsonofkosmos23]

I need to quit watching these videos and start writing.