Your Journey from Hesitation to Authorship with the Help of the Author Whisperer, Dr. Kaye Jeter #3

Introduction:

Let's have a conversation about the barriers we may encounter on our way to becoming a published author. You know, those moments of fear, self-doubt, or the ever-present procrastination bug? Don't worry; you're not alone. In this blog post, I'm here to talk about these obstacles and how we can tackle them together, step by step.

Understanding the Obstacles

Have you ever felt hesitant to share your stories or ideas? Or perhaps you've felt that you're not good enough, smart enough, or even too lazy to take the leap into the world of writing? Trust me, it's normal to have those moments. Many aspiring authors grapple with these feelings. Sometimes fear of failure or even fear of success can hold us back from achieving our writing dreams. From time to time I will tell a little of my story:

For many years, I was an unpublished author. During my education and legal careers, I was asked to make various presentations for large groups of people. At the end of the presentation, I was asked, “do you have a book on this topic.?” The answer for over thirty years was “no I have not written one.” As I became older I acknowledged the fact that I knew my subject area well, but I was not smart enough to write and publish.

It was not until 2007, I published my first book- Teacher, Teacher, What Does Your Garden Grow. The first time I made a presentation based on the book, I felt exhilarated.

A Slow Start is Just the Beginning

Let's look at the tale of a famous author who had a slow start: J.K. Rowling. Before the magic of Harry Potter, she faced rejection, financial struggles, and self-doubt. Despite these challenges, she persisted and believed in her story. Her perseverance led her to create one of the most beloved literary series of our time. Remember, a slow start does not define your journey—it's just a chapter in your book of life.

Encouraging Self-Talk for Your Writing Journey

It's time to turn the page on fear and hesitation. Repeat after me: "I am capable. My voice matters. I can do this." Believe me when I say that you have the power within you to share your story. Working with me, means we'll navigate these emotions together. You'll have a personalized plan, step by step, to guide you from where you are to where you want to be—a published author. With a bit of courage, a sprinkle of self-belief, and a touch of perseverance, you'll see your writing dreams come to life.

Closing Encouragement

Remember, it's not about where you start, but where you are headed. Let's silence the doubts and fears together. I'm here to support and guide you every step of the way. Your story is waiting to be written, and I'm here to help you tell it.

So take a deep breath, dear writers. Let's shush those doubts and fears. Your book is waiting for you, and I'm here to help you reach it.

Here's to your writing journey and the success that awaits you. Let's do this!

The ideas and thoughts in this blog are now incorporated in my new book, Stuck on Start: A Smart Writer’s Guide to Unlimited Published Writing” available at Amazon. https://a.co/d/hQJQlKt

Dr. Kaye Jeter

Author Whisperer