Is being a writer worth it? ~ a cozy writing vlog ~ a writers life ~ slow living writer

Welcome to my writing vlog. I’ve been writing for years and it's an endless source of comfort. I take inspiration from nature, slow living, and travel. I talk about my childhood in Nigeria and how that inspired my writing and books. Watch my musings and see what inspires me as a writer and how I live.

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[DhruvKumar-ucuj]

“You have to be willing to write for the sake of writing, without expecting any reward. That is the most difficult part for some people.” - This is very inspiring, Oyinda ❤

[rowan]

I haven’t watched the video, but I wanted to say that the answer to the title is *absolutely.* While writing my novel, I kept telling myself that, if it had a positive impact on even one person, it would all be worth it. I haven’t published it yet, but it already has. To my surprise, that person was myself.

Long story short, I accidentally made my inner child the protagonist, told my own story, had the protagonist overcome the same misbelief that I had until I wrote her overcoming it, and gave myself closure by having the protagonist stand up for herself and giving the book a happy ending.

I was suicidal and self-loathing for 8 years, but thanks to my own story, I no longer struggle with either. In fact, I now _enjoy_ being alive. Shortly after I wrote the climax, I suddenly felt better than I had in years and even felt a semblance of sanity (I had forgotten what that was like). A few weeks later, I finished writing the book, and after another few days, I finally realized that my newfound sanity was my own doing.

[kenrickbautista]

As an aspiring screenwriter, you're right. It's truly worth it to write.

[wandagadsden]

Thank you, from the heart of an unpublished Writer. ❤

[wildoceanappaloosawomangay]

Your penmanship is lovely and an ancient, almost extinct art
💚💔

[ChrisandRusty]

You just summarized my entire perception of writing.

[Stratword_]

The truest part of this is that writing is therapeutic for sure.

[mackfarlainethebarenakedau]

It's worth it to me. I love to do it. I love both writing and having written. But it is very hard. So, the question you need to ask yourself as a writer is this: If nobody ever sees my worko, can I still do it, do I still want to? If the answer is yes, then keep writing no mattter what adversity you face. If the answer is no, then stop what you're doing and find something else.

[philipswain]

Since the age of 9, I’ve always written. Short stories, poems, diaries, articles. I just have to do it. All my thoughts, dreams, fears, go down on paper. I suppose it’s a cleansing process.

[lunawolf]

Yes it worth it, it’s so fun making a storyline with Characters that you fall in love with

[PoisonelleMisty]

Such raw honesty about the writer's journey resonates deeply. Embracing the solitude, the uncertainty, and the sheer passion for the craft is what sets true writers apart. Thank you for sharing your insights.

[SandeepSinghannu]

Whoever you are, I love you. U must be a great writer

[saxawinters]

Today was the launch of signing of my first poetry book.
Darling, I would just like to tell you that you have some of the most beautiful calligraphy I ever saw.
And you are pretty much right about everything you said in this video.
Keep writing. ⭐⭐⭐

[tdd]

Yeah. King's characters are definitely more than a bit cartoonish. And his dialogue is always King. But he is clever, fun, and makes you think. Also, I think his short stories really excel versus his novels.

One thing I really great respect about him: he is so successful across genre which is so unusual.

[notesbysaraawynn]

loved listening to your thoughts, thank you for sharing! And your handwriting is beautiful!

[ClaireSamuelsVA]

Beautiful video 🤩 I definitely feel that struggle of trying to write with no expectation of reward, but I know it’s the best way to go about things

[whoisyouranime]

Writing for yourself is fine. I've spent a fortune to publish, advertise and review my boom, and I loathe it because I don't see 1 dollar back from it. Sometimes, I keep telling myself "Write for you. Not the money." because I have a story inside me I need to tell. "Do it for you", I'd say to myself.

[ms.little]

Hello Oyinda, I am so inspired as an aspiring YA writer in college... I've written and written ever since I was six. Movie scripts, novels, plays, letters, it never ended and it never can. I resonate so much with your soul's thoughts. I will write for the sake of my Malaysian culture's cry to be heard and for the ravishing art of writing itself... Thank you for reminding us of the heart of it.

[vod]

Glad I saw this video because I truly love writing and I've got a clear passion for it. I never noticed how good my writing was until some teacher I had pointed it from there I pushed myself to do descriptive writing tbh. It's so relaxing and introspective. I still share my writing with them since they're apart of this fine journey of mine. :)

[aria]

I love the handwriting... it's so relaxing for some reason, to see that pen flow. ❤❤
😌 Thank you. For the advise as well.