Disheartened are we? What to do?
I'm here just sitting thinking about the previous weeks and how I felt a little discouraged and kinda stopped writing.
It all started when I had to make some major changes to my website after getting some feedback for you guys here at WA. Trust me I acknowledged the issues noticed and took it as constructive criticism. In the end, that part of the transition to the new face of my website paid off. Great stuff right? I think so too.
Next for me was the type of Articles being written. It was suggested to me to change my style of writing, which again I thought was a good idea for my particular niche. The help is great for me and I know it will bring on the success later.
Now here is the hard part. Outside of my job and home life, I am finding it difficult to push myself to make that transition. I have been writing an article for almost a week now, and it's not to say that I'm not knowledgeable in it, I am. And that's the thing for me, why am I finding it so hard to finish it and do another. I've tried taking a couple days break and that hasn't worked.
Now I feel guilty about it. I feel like I'm cheating myself out of my success. I believe I can do this, I believe there is room for me in this online world. I believe in myself!
Can you guys help me? Can you make suggestions for me? Has anyone felt this way before and what did you do?
I know I can trust WA with my feelings, I have been here 2 months and know what great people reside in this community.
I will await your feedback, while I push and finish the next article for my site.
Thanks everyone.
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Hi Shonelle,
The way you are feeling is completely normal. I have felt the same way at times.
We are all different in the way we approach life and tasks. Some can crank out content every day. For me... I think a lot and I write down a lot of ideas and do a lot of research and the whole time I tell myself I'm not doing anything, I should be creating content.
If you are like me, don't miss the signs that you are thinking and planning for your website while you go about the rest of your life. These things will come together if you are passionate about your niche and I'm sure you are.
Another idea is to go into SiteContent and open a blank document, not the template and just start writing everything that's in your head. Don't think about selling or sounding like an expert. It can get your mind on your niche and start the creativity flowing.
It's really great that you reached out. Whenever you start feeling guilty, think of what you have accomplished. You should be proud, not ashamed of what you have done this far.
With the feedback you have received on your site and your willingness to follow through on it... You are going to create something AMAZING!!!
Best,
Lisa
Thanks Lisa, that was really inspiring and insightful. I like the idea of just writing down my ideas in site content.
Thanks for the vote of confidence, it helped tremendously.
Your welcome Shonelle, I'm glad it helps. I have to fight discouragement too so I know exactly what you're talking about. The little successes here and there along with the support at WA will help you to keep going.
Watching trainings is part of your business too. So if you feel unmotivated maybe choose an archived live event that sounds interesting. Who knows what might motivate you.
Take care,
Lisa
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No matter what happens, as long as you BELIEVE, you will make it, Shonelle!
Jeff
Thanks Jeff
You're welcome, Shonelle!