Chapter 1: Day Six Reflections

As a writer, I often convince myself that the stories I create are worthwhile—yet, is that truly the case?

This notion is something many of us grapple with. While it's easy to assume our narratives are of high quality, the reality can sometimes tell a different story. The effectiveness of a writer is often reflected in their audience. Today marks the sixth day of my inaugural writing contest on Medium, and I find myself near the bottom of the leaderboard. Does this indicate my work lacks merit? Not necessarily! It simply highlights the need for me to discover more effective strategies to engage readers.

I am committed to maintaining my writing rhythm, holding onto the belief that perseverance will ultimately yield results—at least, I hope so! My goal is to express my thoughts until they resonate with a wider audience. Ideally, I want to craft a single story that garners as much—or more—attention than the twenty-four I've written over the past six days. Thus far, none have been promoted!

This piece is my twenty-first entry, leading to an essential question: Is it a valuable contribution? Have I offered you insights? Have I inspired you? What have I done to ensure this story stands out?

Here’s my takeaway:

"Value yourself even when others may not!" On Medium, your journey is paramount; focus on where you are headed rather than where others currently stand.

A solution to this challenge is:

"Writing is the cornerstone of improvement!" Instead of fixating on perceived shortcomings, continue to write; this practice will serve you well!

For motivation:

"This past month, I earned over $20.00 for the first time." While this may not seem substantial, it signifies progress!

Here are the tags associated with this narrative:

Charlene Ann Mildred | Scott Lamb | James Presbitero Jr. | Carrie Baez, BSN, RN | Bebe Nicholson | gab1930s | Mike Butler | Jocelyn Joy Thomas | Joshua Mason | Tom Owens: How I REALLY Feel! | Brad | Tyler Lubben BBA | Bin Jiang | Chrystal Contributes - HoV & BTC Editor | Bill Lindner | Chris Keller | Cheryl Watson | Mary@Kansas City | Rhonda Grice | Dave Bragdon | Dawn Ulmer | Stephen Leeb, PhD | Sarah Dakhili | Elaine Hilides | Eric Simpson | The Economist | Nicola Farnhill | Paolo Ferrari | Fast Company

So, that’s a wrap for today! Aim to make it a productive one: Write something, comment on another’s work, clap for this story, enter a contest, or create your own!

Perhaps, just perhaps, one of my stories will receive the recognition it deserves soon. By the way, my audience has expanded by about twenty-five since entering the contest—definitely a small victory in my book!

In this video titled "Vlogging Every Day Until I Finish My 11th Book (Day 6)", the creator shares insights into their writing process, providing a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of daily storytelling.

The second video, "JUNE 6 VLOG | A Regular Day at Home, An Emotional 5 Star Book, Cleaning the House + More," captures a typical day while reflecting on the emotional connections we form with books and the importance of maintaining a balanced life.