This Is The Reason Why You Fear Essay Writing

Writing is scary. Ever wondered why?

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[beatrice]

One of the greatest pieces of advice I have ever got was from my Italian (it’s my first language) teacher in middle school: whenever you’re stuck in front of a blank page and for some reason you just can’t write anything, get another one and just jot down your fears and your expectations about what you have to write, everything that could go wrong and could stop you etc... At the end you will have a much clearer mind and you can just acknowledge and tackle every fear by focusing on what you can do to prevent that thing you’re afraid from happening. For example, if you’re afraid that something may come off as cheesy or cliche, think of everything you have to avoid to prevent that .
This technique has literally never failed me.

[amiladurakovic]

You are the only one who actually goes in depth when talking about topics like these, and you are never repetetive. Thank you for that! I hope you are safe, healthy and happy <3

[Gokuderka]

Thank you~ I was literally staring at the blank page for the article I have to finish today, but somehow it's easier now.

[mikay]

"so writing in essence is really art, and good writing in essence, you know, it's real art, it's called literature!"
that was just the quote I was looking for.

[smartman]

I agree with your statement that writing an essay is difficult. It is one of the toughest things I have to do in my academic life. We need to write a 1000-1200 word essay on a regular basis. Our teacher compels us, in a good spirit, to write at least one essay each week and get it evaluated by him. And I am never more scared in my life when my handwritten essay is scrutinized word-by-word and paragraph-by-paragraph in a Zoom session. Everybody can see my essay on the screen with the teacher counting down the pros and cons of it. Undoubtedly, those are one of the most productive sessions but nonetheless spine-chilling. I hope one day I am free of this fear. Or maybe a little anxiety is for the good. :)

[PatAndBooks]

This whole video is me procrastinating on writing an essay. I'd just be there sitting, pretending to be talking to someone about why I can't write my essay. That is to say, I agree 100%. Go write!!

[RyanYeo]

I guess it's also because an essay feels so...large. We're supposed to make something articulate and detailed from a blank page.

[anuraghalbe]

Now that I'm early and have some chance of being seen, I just want to say that you're doing a great job motivating amateur writers like us! It's very inspiring watching a person exactly my age achieve some stuff I hope to, someday. Keep going, and all the best for your writing endeavours!

[hindenburg]

Looking back over my academic career...I wish I’d known it was easiest to end with the introduction. Because it’s not until you start making your points that you even figure out what your argument is.

[Slam_]

Who else gets criticised by their teacher for being too creative and expressive in their analytical essays?
#createacreativecriteria

[ClarkElieson]

Great points. Essays are quite entertaining when you're writing about what you want in the way that you want to.

[tchassakamga]

I would love to have a conversation with the person who takes the time to watch, then dislike this video.

[ariadnaalvarado]

I am about to start my second year at uni and having felt anxious every single time I had to write an essay (specially as a non English native speaker) in my first year, this really motivated me. Thank you 🥺 keep up with the great work!

[shizotypical]

What a great timing, got an essay due in a few days but just can't get myself to start... What I'm often worried about is the balance of research vs my own opinion. When I'm passionate about the topic I can write pages and pages on inspiration alone, but when it's something less exciting, it becomes "this guy says this and that guy says that, that's cool I guess"... The struggle is real, but I guess it's ok for a student work?

[Oatmilllk]

I have a serious essay writing phobia. Give me 30 short answer questions and I will answer them well in an hour max. Essays however, they take me weeks! The entire time I am anxious, and as the due date gets closer my heart races non-stop and my stomach churns. I am very confident in my writing, I enjoy research assignments and creative writing pieces. It is just essays that induce a terrible panic

[uwzgggd]

+ Always remember that reading perception comes down to taste. Someone will call your essay amazing, while others might judge it as passable. Just because one person dislikes it, doesn't mean other people won't! Find a professor/ readership/ whatever you are comfortable dealing with.

[Ryryproductions]

I have an essay due to today, this is really perfect timing

[VinylFlesh]

3 videos in one day my boiiii?? How gracious

[MrMoe-myso]

This really help me especially in this moment that I am struggling to write something in my assignments.
New subscriber here and so far I love all your videos.

[simonherrera]

I'm not a native English speaker. As I was learning I was taught to write a rough draft before an essay. Try a mind map, know your arguments. Once you sit down is much easier to write, having previously laid down your thoughts.