"I have enough material for several books and it all feels so deep, complex and interconnected, that when I try to write a short essay, it feels impossible to write about one thing without writing about all the other things."
I related to this very deeply, Emily. I've also written many books worth about trauma and how it has shaped my life, and have struggled to figure out how to share snippets while retaining the integrity of the whole, complex story. I don't have any solutions, but I wanted to reach out and encourage you to take it slowly and trust that you will find your way.
I'm new to this space, and love the intentionality you've brought to these conversations. I can't wait to read so much more.
Thanks Clare, it's reassuring to know that others feel this way about their stories too! Here's to taking our time and figuring it out as we go... Looking forward to getting stuck into your writing, thank you for the light you're shining on trauma recovery xx
Emily, this space is so vital. You are a fantastic writer, so warm with empathy. Funnily enough, I sent you a guest post request very early Jan and that gave me the impetus to begin collating all the messy notes on grief I'd written over 2023 (the year grief hit me like a lorry). This week I, MIRACULOUSLY, finished my short memoir. It is the most important piece of writing I have ever produced. Completely raw and completely transformative. I really hope I am able to share it with the world in some way soon 🌦️
Be gentle with yourself. Take as many rest breaks as you need; we will always be here.
Thank you so much, Jess, such lovely feedback! And I'm so glad that GriefSick prompted you to write such an important piece -- raw and transformative, it sounds epic! So many congrats on finishing it. I hope you share it too, I'd absolutely love to read it.
I will! I am attempting the traditional publishing route but it's a long shot haha. If not, I will get this baby published myself!! I would be honoured for you to read it 🥰
"I have enough material for several books and it all feels so deep, complex and interconnected, that when I try to write a short essay, it feels impossible to write about one thing without writing about all the other things."
I related to this very deeply, Emily. I've also written many books worth about trauma and how it has shaped my life, and have struggled to figure out how to share snippets while retaining the integrity of the whole, complex story. I don't have any solutions, but I wanted to reach out and encourage you to take it slowly and trust that you will find your way.
I'm new to this space, and love the intentionality you've brought to these conversations. I can't wait to read so much more.
Thanks Clare, it's reassuring to know that others feel this way about their stories too! Here's to taking our time and figuring it out as we go... Looking forward to getting stuck into your writing, thank you for the light you're shining on trauma recovery xx
Emily, this space is so vital. You are a fantastic writer, so warm with empathy. Funnily enough, I sent you a guest post request very early Jan and that gave me the impetus to begin collating all the messy notes on grief I'd written over 2023 (the year grief hit me like a lorry). This week I, MIRACULOUSLY, finished my short memoir. It is the most important piece of writing I have ever produced. Completely raw and completely transformative. I really hope I am able to share it with the world in some way soon 🌦️
Be gentle with yourself. Take as many rest breaks as you need; we will always be here.
Thank you so much, Jess, such lovely feedback! And I'm so glad that GriefSick prompted you to write such an important piece -- raw and transformative, it sounds epic! So many congrats on finishing it. I hope you share it too, I'd absolutely love to read it.
I will! I am attempting the traditional publishing route but it's a long shot haha. If not, I will get this baby published myself!! I would be honoured for you to read it 🥰
Good luck, the world needs your book!
Check your email - I’d so cohost with you x
Yes mate! 3 Martha emails, a bonanza! I’ll reply when I’m settled in Devon 😘
Lmao they’re 3 BRIEF emails 🥹 watch out maybe I’ll send 3 more!! good luck with the move 😘
Haha don’t threaten me with a good time…