Creator Journals 8/26/25
Today I wanted to write 2k words again, but I got really exhausted after just 1,600. I also didn’t get to do any revision. My drive and perfectionism kind of beat me up. I felt like I was failing, which was absurd, of course. Just a few months ago I wasn’t even writing three sentences daily. I’ve come a very long way, but I am indeed a demanding perfectionist. I’m having to repeatedly remind myself that I haven’t failed. Beach Knight has evolved into so much more than I originally planned, and I’m so excited to get back to The Kingdom’s Disdain next month.
It was a busy day. I had another dentist appointment, hopefully the last one for a while.
Brush your teeth twice, or three times a day, so you don’t end up like me!
Today’s writing tip: Make your creative output sustainable. Do not push yourself to the point of exhaustion, rather, try to increase your output in small amounts, strengthening your muscles. Burnout is your enemy.
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