Learning the complexities of writing is a never-ending
process. For those who think they’ve obtained
knowledge of all they need to know about their craft …think again.
While I’ve learned a lot about the technical aspects of
writing, became educated and experienced on the marketing of a published novel,
and have a good grip on the whole process from concept to implementation, I’m
learning there’s still a lot more wisdom to acquire. Well, I actually already knew that lesson,
but this new phase I’m entering has me learning to step outside my comfort
zone.
I hope I can explain this in simple turns. I don’t mean being able to move forward and
succeed when I find myself outside said comfort zone. But, to make
the choice to actually step into the unknown with a hunger to learn more,
experience more, and fill my repertoire of knowledge with new, strange and
complex knowledge, thereby expanding wisdom.
Have I lost you, yet?
In stepping into the unfamiliar, I’m learning a lot more
about myself as a writer and as a woman.
I like what I’m discovering.
Perhaps not everyone will like the new, emerging me, so it’s a good
thing I live, write and love FOR me, not anyone else. I’m falling madly in love with the woman I’m
discovering, and am enjoying new skills, new talents and a new style of
writing.
If I could part any kind of wisdom today, it would be to
keep your mind wide open and never stop learning.
Till next time,
~T.L. Gray
