Writing is Easy, But It's Also Not Easy
Honestly, honestly
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Writing is one of those things everyone thinks they can do. And honestly, I get it—we’ve all learned how to write since we were kids.
How hard can it be to string a few words together, right?
But let me tell you, writing isn’t just about tossing some clever phrases onto a page and calling it a day.
It’s a test of patience, a mental battle between the thoughts that desperately need an outlet and the frustrating struggle of finding the right words to say it all.
On paper, it’s easy:
sit down…
open laptop…
and type.
But the moment you start doing it, reality hits—it’s a whole lot messier.
It's not just about putting words together; it's about putting the right words together in the right order, with the right emotion behind them.
Suddenly, you realize that turning abstract thoughts into something someone else can understand isn't just hard—it's maddening.
The truth is, anyone can write.
But writing well? Writing something that cuts through the noise, that says exactly what you mean, and makes someone feel something?
That’s an art form, and it’s why writing is both the easiest and the hardest damn thing you can do.
If you’ve ever found yourself staring at the blinking cursor, feeling like your mind is full of everything and nothing all at once, know that you’re not alone.
Writing is simple and excruciating, it’s powerful and humbling. And in today’s edition, I want to dig into why writing is both beautifully straightforward and painfully complicated all at once.
The Blank Page Challenge
There’s nothing quite as intimidating as a blank page staring back at you. It’s like a dare—a silent challenge for you to fill it with something worthwhile.
The pressure is real, and every writer feels it. The page may be empty, but it’s loaded with expectations—your own, and those of the imaginary reader you can’t stop thinking about.
But here’s the secret: writing is not about being perfect from the get-go. It’s about showing up. It’s about pushing past the fear that what you write might suck.
Spoiler alert: sometimes, it will.
But you know what? That’s okay.
The first draft is meant to be messy.
The important thing is to just get the words out of your head and onto the page.
Perfection is the enemy of progress, and every word you type is one step closer to the good stuff.
So, when the blank page stares you down, stare back. Start typing… anything.
A bad paragraph is better than no paragraph. You can’t edit a blank page, but you can shape, mold, and polish something that already exists.
The key is to start, to keep going, and to let go of the idea that your words need to be flawless right out of the gate.
Writing on Hard Days
There are days when the writing flows effortlessly like you’re just a conduit for something bigger. And then there are days when writing feels like pulling teeth—painful, frustrating, and slow.
This is the part of writing that no one likes to talk about, but every writer knows all too well. If you’ve been struggling, it doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong; it means you’re human.
As Ernest Hemingway once said,
"There is nothing to writing. All you do is sit down at a typewriter and bleed."
So how do you make it through the days when the words won’t come?
Here are some practical tips to help you break through the resistance:
Write like nobody's watching—ditch perfection.
Move your body—fresh air fuels fresh thoughts.
Talk it out—verbalize your stuck ideas.
Make it a game—turn writing into a challenge.
Switch mediums—try pen and paper for a change.
Writing is often a grind, and there’s no magic formula that makes it easy every day.
But by building habits and strategies to push through the difficult moments, you learn to overcome the resistance and keep going.
And sometimes, that persistence is all you need to turn a painful process into something meaningful and even beautiful.
How I Write Even When I Don’t Feel Like It
Let’s be honest—sometimes writing feels like the last thing on earth I want to do.
There are days when the idea of facing a blank page makes me want to curl up in bed, binge-watch trash TV, or scroll endlessly on my phone.
But here’s the thing: if I only wrote when I felt like it, I’d have nothing to show for it.
Writing isn’t about waiting for the muse to show up; it’s about showing up first.
Here’s my secret formula for writing even when I don’t want to:
(Discipline + Rituals) - Perfection + (Forgiveness × Persistence) = Words on the Page
Let me break that down for you:
Discipline: Show up every day, even if it's just for 15 minutes.
Rituals: Coffee, playlist, same chair—trigger the writing habit.
Forget Perfection: Lower the bar; one crappy sentence is progress.
Forgiveness: Accept the bad days without judgment.
Persistence: Keep moving, even when you can't see the finish line.
The truth is, writing isn’t about waiting for inspiration to strike—it’s about making a deal with yourself to show up, no matter how crappy it feels.
Some days it’s going to suck. Some days, the words will fight you, and you’ll think…
'Why am I even bothering?'
But here’s the kicker: the act of writing, the mere effort, is what makes you a writer.
Even on the days you feel like you’re typing garbage, you’re still in the game. And that's what separates those who want to write from those who actually do.
Master Writing - Master Yourself
Writing is one of the most beautiful skills to master—it’s a way to sharpen your thoughts, challenge your beliefs, and turn chaos into clarity.
"Writing is thinking. To write well is to think clearly. That's why it's so hard."
It helps you think critically, organize your ideas, and express yourself in ways that resonate. If you’re ready to grow your writing, overcome those hurdles, and think like a writer, I’m here to help.
I offer one-on-one Zoom coaching where we’ll start from step one and take you all the way to the finish line.
You’ll have me by your side for every struggle, every draft, and every moment of doubt.
Writing is about progress, not perfection—and together, we’ll make sure you get there. Fill out this form here, and let’s see how I can help you become the writer you want to be.