Yeah, I guess it does start from a place of love. But then maybe along the way, we start thinking too much about what people would think and that starts swaying our work.
I don't think that's any reason to stop. One person might not like your work, but thousand others might like it. It's subjective. I don't think we should let some people dictate whether we create or not. What do you think?
It’s emotionally draining to engage in conversation and meet in a way that give indication that care is there and then to see a stark insult to what is being shared by having to swallow what is being thrown at you without help to see why it got to that point does some shifting in how we perceive what we do for others
As a fellow writer, this is a thought that hits deep. I’m starting out my blog and I relate to the apprehension of “what if no one reads this”. This post gave me a whole new perspective.
I fear the only reason why i dont publish as much is the fear of getting witnessed. But creation, oh it's coming in hot. It's just that most of the things ive created are hidden still. I resonate so much with how you wrote about Maier. I create my stuff purely because I love creating them. And it's the outside influence, the pressure to be liked, or not get canceled is getting in the way. I guess it is the courage part that i need to work on.
I’m so happy you took something away from this piece. I think you have got the main part sorted - the creation. Seems like you are working on your craft. You can share your work with world when you want, no rush. Take your time. :)
Yes I would. I feel that this is how Substack is for me right now. I do not think a lot of people read my work, but I still produce it because it gives me a way to look deeper and research how life, our actions, and our thoughts interact with our mind and body. I love the psychology behind it. Thank you for writing this piece. I definately enjoyed it.
Absolutely loved it. The writing has to come from within. Anything that comes from within is close to the heart of writer, which has high chances to touch the heart of a reader. The paradox you mentioned is the truth. Thanks for sharing this article, Christina.
Writing or art per day starts from the cores of our soul but eventually becomes a medium to connect another soul, however that not might be the ultimate goal but is a part of it!
Hard relate! Writing to understand or make sense of things is also one of my main goals to write. Writing is the best way to put things in perspective.
There are probably millions of people from hundreds of years that I have wonderful and beautiful art that no one ever saw! But I would not write if no one saw it….
Maybe journal entries but besides that I would not write for the world because if they don’t want to see it then there is no reason for my words, originated in my
Words you write from your heart have to connect with another person. That’s what makes art so beautiful. It can connect you with someone thousands of miles away or someone who wrote 100 years ago.
My favourite line... Creating for the love of it alone, with no need for applause or validation... and it bites into the deepest part of our human needs, doesn't it? To be of worth and to be creating to be seen in some way? The little child who shows mum the drawing. The lover who sings outside the window of his beloved. What would the act be without the interaction? So an interesting thought. And one I will certainly consider in m own way... and try to remember that adulation is not the goal - but interaction is.
You’ve summed it up so beautifully Sandra. The little child showing his mum her drawing or a lover singing outside their lover’s window are all an example of your words or art being received by someone. It’s basic human nature to want that. The act is incomplete without someone to receive it. Thank you for this, genuinely.
I find that writing helps inform the writer. I'm not sure I ever really understood myself like I do now, as a result of writing. It's like a personal reckoning, facing your perceptions, and the emotions you have been holding onto. It makes us honest "perceivers".
That said, I love your passage describing the gift of connecting with another person, and wanting something you created to mean something to someone.
I think you're right, the other side of writing is that the more a piece comes from a place of authenticity, the more it becomes an outward extension of our humanity. It wants to land, it wants to connect. It's the human condition personified.
It is comments like these that genuinely add value to the essay. :)
Yes, we write to understand things and ourselves as well. It does make us honest perceivers as you said. The self-knowledge that comes from putting things on the page. Maybe that's the real starting point of authenticity. And that’s when you can truly begin to connect with another person.
Fabulous article about this "Nanny".
As for writing purely for myself... Absolutely. Is it not what we do until we dare to show and or publish our work?
Yeah, I guess it does start from a place of love. But then maybe along the way, we start thinking too much about what people would think and that starts swaying our work.
Thank you for this✨️
You're welcome. I'm glad it resonated. :)
not until someone explicitly comments “no one cares about what you’re saying”
I don't think that's any reason to stop. One person might not like your work, but thousand others might like it. It's subjective. I don't think we should let some people dictate whether we create or not. What do you think?
It’s emotionally draining to engage in conversation and meet in a way that give indication that care is there and then to see a stark insult to what is being shared by having to swallow what is being thrown at you without help to see why it got to that point does some shifting in how we perceive what we do for others
For some of us, that’s the only time we create!
I’m sure some people purely create for themselves and would love to keep it for themselves.
As a fellow writer, this is a thought that hits deep. I’m starting out my blog and I relate to the apprehension of “what if no one reads this”. This post gave me a whole new perspective.
I’m glad that you found this valuable. The more you write (practice) and show it to the world (for feedback), the better you’re going to get. :)
Perhaps the challenge is to write in solitude and publish in hope.
yeah, write in solitude and for yourself and of course, then hope that it connects with another being.
Btw u wrote this so well! Thank u for your writing
Thanks Phoebe :)
I fear the only reason why i dont publish as much is the fear of getting witnessed. But creation, oh it's coming in hot. It's just that most of the things ive created are hidden still. I resonate so much with how you wrote about Maier. I create my stuff purely because I love creating them. And it's the outside influence, the pressure to be liked, or not get canceled is getting in the way. I guess it is the courage part that i need to work on.
I’m so happy you took something away from this piece. I think you have got the main part sorted - the creation. Seems like you are working on your craft. You can share your work with world when you want, no rush. Take your time. :)
Yes I would. I feel that this is how Substack is for me right now. I do not think a lot of people read my work, but I still produce it because it gives me a way to look deeper and research how life, our actions, and our thoughts interact with our mind and body. I love the psychology behind it. Thank you for writing this piece. I definately enjoyed it.
I’m glad it resonated with you. Keep writing to understand things better. :)
Absolutely loved it. The writing has to come from within. Anything that comes from within is close to the heart of writer, which has high chances to touch the heart of a reader. The paradox you mentioned is the truth. Thanks for sharing this article, Christina.
I’m so glad it resonated with you. :)
Writing or art per day starts from the cores of our soul but eventually becomes a medium to connect another soul, however that not might be the ultimate goal but is a part of it!
Well written Article ✨
That's a nice way to put it. Thanks Alefiyah. :)
I would still write if I were the last person on Earth, because I have always written to understand.
Hard relate! Writing to understand or make sense of things is also one of my main goals to write. Writing is the best way to put things in perspective.
There are probably millions of people from hundreds of years that I have wonderful and beautiful art that no one ever saw! But I would not write if no one saw it….
Maybe journal entries but besides that I would not write for the world because if they don’t want to see it then there is no reason for my words, originated in my
heart to be anywhere if no one will see them
Words you write from your heart have to connect with another person. That’s what makes art so beautiful. It can connect you with someone thousands of miles away or someone who wrote 100 years ago.
My favourite line... Creating for the love of it alone, with no need for applause or validation... and it bites into the deepest part of our human needs, doesn't it? To be of worth and to be creating to be seen in some way? The little child who shows mum the drawing. The lover who sings outside the window of his beloved. What would the act be without the interaction? So an interesting thought. And one I will certainly consider in m own way... and try to remember that adulation is not the goal - but interaction is.
You’ve summed it up so beautifully Sandra. The little child showing his mum her drawing or a lover singing outside their lover’s window are all an example of your words or art being received by someone. It’s basic human nature to want that. The act is incomplete without someone to receive it. Thank you for this, genuinely.
I find that writing helps inform the writer. I'm not sure I ever really understood myself like I do now, as a result of writing. It's like a personal reckoning, facing your perceptions, and the emotions you have been holding onto. It makes us honest "perceivers".
That said, I love your passage describing the gift of connecting with another person, and wanting something you created to mean something to someone.
I think you're right, the other side of writing is that the more a piece comes from a place of authenticity, the more it becomes an outward extension of our humanity. It wants to land, it wants to connect. It's the human condition personified.
Thank you for such a thought provoking article.
It is comments like these that genuinely add value to the essay. :)
Yes, we write to understand things and ourselves as well. It does make us honest perceivers as you said. The self-knowledge that comes from putting things on the page. Maybe that's the real starting point of authenticity. And that’s when you can truly begin to connect with another person.
Impeccable timing of this article I get it when I need it the most
Oh that’s lovely to hear. I’m glad this could be of value to you. :)