This May didn’t go the way I thought it would. I had plans. Big creative goals. Projects I wanted to finish. But somewhere along the way, I got caught up in other things—life, responsibilities, the unexpected. My writing ended up on the back burner.
At first, I felt guilty about that. Like I had let myself down or fallen behind. But as the month winds down, I’ve realized something important: sometimes we need to step away to see clearly.
When I finally opened my story drafts again, something happened that always surprises me. I felt the story again. I read the words I had written weeks ago and remembered why I loved them. Even better, I saw things I hadn’t seen before—new details, emotions, ideas. It was like my characters had been waiting patiently, knowing I’d come back when I was ready to listen.
This month reminded me that creative blocks aren’t always about being stuck—they’re often about needing space. Space to live, to breathe, to gather new energy. And that’s okay. Writing doesn’t have to be a constant push forward. Sometimes it’s about stepping back and letting the story bloom again when the timing is right.
So what did May teach me?
– That rest is part of the process.
– That creativity doesn’t vanish, it waits.
– That coming back with fresh eyes can open up new paths.
If you’ve been struggling to write lately, I want you to know you’re not alone. Your words will wait for you. Your story will still be there when you’re ready to return.
Here’s to stepping back, starting again, and finding joy in the quiet rediscovery of what we love. 💫
Happy Writing ^_^
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