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I haven’t had to use the app that blocks social media this week. I have been productive most days and able to curb my addiction. I need social media for my writing so I can network and find out about publishing opportunities, but the way I was using it was not useful. In fact, I think it was harming me. I wrote about it a couple of days ago and mentioned all the negativity and fighting, public shaming, call out culture, etc. that was making me angry. Anyway, I’ve made progress, and for that, I am thankful and happy.
I pitched four essays/articles this week (wish me luck that a couple of them will be assigned/accepted). I found a new idea for brainstorming articles and essays that was a breakthrough in thinking for me, and I read way more articles and essays so that I can improve my writing (Every writer I know says to be a better writer you need to read more).
I like to promote the work of fellow writers. I especially like to promote the work of people living with schizophrenia. So, here are a few writers that I follow, that write about the experience of living with schizophrenia. I don’t agree with everything they say, but I respect all of them. I assume they wouldn’t agree with everything I say either, and that is not a negative thing.
Most of them are much younger than me, and I find that interesting. I hope you will check out these writers and their work.
Just read through a few of your posts; you are a great writer! I wish you the best in your pitches this week. So glad that the negativity of social media hasn’t affected you as I agree it can bring out the worst of people. I try to engage thoughtfully on subjects of interest to me and accept that the horrible responses will come. No need to engage with those that aren’t replying in good faith. Best of luck and I look forward to reading more of your posts!
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Thank you! 🙂
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Good luck Rebecca!! I hope they get accepted. Congrats to you my friend!!!
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Thank you! 🙂
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