Writers Must Learn the Difference Between Objectives and Dreams

Some of the best times of my life were spent playing make-believe with childhood friends. We’d gather together and come up with big ideas and laugh and have a wonderful time. Then we’d go our separate ways and all our big plans were lost to the wind. This routine continued far longer than it should have. As I approach 50, I’ve lost touch with many of my old friends, but I’m sure some of them are still wasting their time indulging in the same old fantasies. There’s nothing wrong with dreaming, particularly when you are still finding your way in the world. Every objective starts out as a dream. However, if you truly want to turn your dreams into reality, at some point you have to settle down and do the work. Dreams are like freewriting. Objectives are like editing. You can’t succeed as a writer unless you are willing to do both. I love writers, but sometimes I get frustrated with them. It’s the same as how I love my dog, but he tries my patience when he chews up his bed or chases a squirrel into traffic. I understand it’s an occupational necessity for writers to spend much of their time dreaming. All I’m saying is that writers must also occasionally tether their dreams to reality. If you refuse to settle down and commit some of your energy to obtainable objectives, you’re not a writer, you’re just another child playing make-believe. <a href="https://writingcooperative.com/writers-must-learn-the-difference-between-objectives-and-dreams-569608582204">Website</a>