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Friday, April 17, 2015

A to Z Challenge - Writing Inspiration - Optimism

Writing and publishing is a roller coaster ride and we’ll face highs and lows. What gets us through the lows is optimism. That hope reminds us of our goals and assures us we’ll make it through.

Optimism when it comes to a stuck plot.

Optimism when those rejection letters come in.

Optimism when that first bad review appears.

Can we survive all that? Yes! With the right optimistic attitude, we can.

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17 comments:

  1. i b aroraApril 17, 2015 at 5:39 AM

    true, optimism is the lifeline

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  2. Christine RainsApril 17, 2015 at 7:31 AM

    Yes, we can! Woo-hoo! :)

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  3. Alex J. CavanaughApril 17, 2015 at 9:36 AM

    We can survive!

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  4. Susan Gourley/KelleyApril 17, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    Some days its easier than others to get the optimism going. Today is a good day.

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  5. Joylene Nowell ButlerApril 17, 2015 at 12:53 PM

    No one is immune to problems associated with a writing career. Luckily, optimism can carry us through the rough times.

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  6. kjmckendryApril 17, 2015 at 1:36 PM

    I always try to be an optimist!

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  7. Jolie du PreApril 17, 2015 at 2:24 PM

    I left most author forums, in part, due to lack of optimism from many of the participants. Negativity doesn't do me any good as an author.

    Precious Monsters

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  8. AnonymousApril 17, 2015 at 3:07 PM

    Great O post. Optimist is a must when writing.

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  9. Dr. ThedaApril 17, 2015 at 5:22 PM

    Optimism is having "hope" when there is None...

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  10. Dr. ThedaApril 17, 2015 at 5:27 PM

    We thought that we had joined your "Writers" Blog...
    We usually drop by at least a time or two each week...
    Your posts are often very "insightful" not only for writers but way of handling (and "dealing with") "Problems in Life...
    A great weekend to you and yours dear lady...

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  11. Pat HattApril 17, 2015 at 6:26 PM

    Can survive with ease, surely isn't the end of the world

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  12. klahanieApril 17, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    Hi Diane,

    I like your post. Optimistically, this will be the last year of the A to Z. A to Z, RIP :)

    Gary

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  13. Beverly Stowe McClureApril 17, 2015 at 9:42 PM

    Great word. Without optimism I'd have quit long ago.

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  14. Dave RollerApril 17, 2015 at 11:54 PM

    Optimism is found very often at the beginning of a journey. It's important to keep it around for the long haul.

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  15. Michelle WallaceApril 18, 2015 at 4:56 AM

    I love the word optimism!
    A positive & upbeat attitude will serve you well when the going gets tough...

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  16. Nadine_FeldmanApril 18, 2015 at 9:44 AM

    Yep, optimism is key! I find I'm more optimistic when I'm working steadily on a project. The act of creating, for me, is what generates optimism. When I'm grumpy or discouraged, I'm not creating enough.

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  17. AnonymousApril 20, 2015 at 12:40 PM

    Optimism is very important!

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