"When Critics Silence the Soul: How to Keep Writing When Others Doubt You"
Writing is a deeply personal act. It’s a way to express thoughts, experiences, and emotions that often go unsaid. But when others doubt the authenticity of your words, or worse, dismiss your writing altogether, it can feel like they’re invalidating not just your work, but your very existence. For anyone who writes from the heart, being met with scepticism or judgment can be more painful than any form of writer’s block. It's not just a critique of your technique or style; it's a critique of your soul, your truth. Why Do Critics Hurt So Much? Criticism, especially when it feels unwarranted, hits hard because it strikes at the core of who we are. When we write, especially about personal experiences like trauma, abuse, or mental health struggles, we're opening a window into our lives. We make ourselves vulnerable, hoping to connect with others who might understand or feel comforted by our words. But then, when someone tells us our work isn’t authentic, it’s as if they’re sayin
