Five Signs of Writer Syndrome
Yes, You Are A Writer If You Have These Symptoms
When we hear "writer," we picture a solitary figure typing away at a computer keyboard. He's just talking to himself and writing about it. However, writers are not at all like this. Writers have a stable and complicated life, and it is well worth living because of their fascinating habits. A writer's Emotional sensitivity is often equated with emotional instability or immaturity, leading to misunderstanding. It's a known truth that writers are empathic and have a unique way of looking at things.
Here are a few clear indications that you have writer's syndrome and may opt for writing as a career:
#1 Writers Devote A Significant Amount Of Time To Reading
You've probably heard the phrase "read before you write," and we writers take it very seriously. We do a lot of reading. Our reading habits take up the majority of our free time on weekends. We are constantly driven to acquire knowledge and understand all there is to know about the universe. This data-gathering habit is an essential aspect of our lifestyles. We put a lot of emphasis on this. Isn't it becoming tedious? No, we also read nonfiction books, poetry, and mags to unwind in the evenings.
Is reading just helpful in collecting knowledge and addressing subjects that the majority of people are unaware of? In addition, reading has some awe-inspiring positive effects on your overall life:
- People who read have lower levels of stress.
- Think more critically.
- Have sharper memory.
- Great vocab helps them communicate better.
As a result, the majority of the writers are cultured, intelligent, and critical thinkers. They stand and speak up on issues that others overlook.
A Writer's Reading Style Is Quite Different.
Usually, a lot of people read. However, writers approach each piece of writing differently and critically. Even a single phrase unfamiliar to us prompts us to open Google and look for the definition to comprehend the content thoroughly.
#2 Taking Notes Is Essential for Writers
Every writer likes fresh notebooks; we have a variety of blank notebooks and diaries since we enjoy reading and taking notes. It is one of the most significant distinctions between a random reader and a writer. Our habit of critical thinking compels us to jot down notes. We have hundreds of thousands of thoughts processing simultaneously, and amid this frenzy, we lose excellent ideas that are a one-time game. If you've ever read a writer's notebook, you'll know what I'm talking about. I'm sure you'd think the guy is crazy or has some mental condition. Only he can decipher his notepad, which is a tangle of text symbols and diagrams.
#3 Imposter Syndrome Is Common In Writers
Everyone in our world encounters this issue at some point, but it is a constant spinning in their minds for writers. We sometimes feel as if we know nothing about the subject at hand and are just discussing something that never was, but in fact, it is a fabrication. Your brain's data rushes out at the appropriate moment without even informing you of the reference. In short, you have no idea where this data comes from and how it makes sense. There are a variety of causes for this, but the most frequent is that we consume so much information that we lose track of the sources, and when the data is needed for a conversation or writing, we just come up with the answers. This problem becomes more acute when we are working on something outside our area of expertise but for which we are studying and writing. Even when a writer conducts extensive research on the topics, he writes about, he still feels insecure about the information he is gathering and incorporating into the thought process.
#4 Writers Are Seclusive
We writers are not antisocial in any way, yet our need for "me time" is reasonable. We must think before we write; the combination of ideas and vocabulary is the most critical component of any writing. As a result, writers must spend more time alone to concentrate on the thinking process and write as much as possible to produce something efficient. The creative flow is a miracle that occurs only in an environment devoid of distractions and where no one is watching your ridiculous postures and movements. When there are no external interruptions at all, to be quite candid, headphones are the most priceless innovation for us writers; we adore them.
#5 We Are Overthinkers
If a writer claims not to be an overthinker, you should not trust him. Either he is not a writer, or he is faking. Unfortunately, it is ingrained in our DNA. Overthinking is both our strength and weakness. Believe me, and we analyze details that you haven't even considered. As a result, the majority of writers are deemed strange. However, our perspective is very different. We divide a single piece of information into millions of fractions and then put together the jigsaw with additional data to produce something extraordinary in a matter of minutes. Isn't it fascinating? Not at all; in fact, it's often upsetting because we're left with so many unresolved questions, even about our own lives, and that's upsetting. We do not rely only on books or written works to acquire knowledge.
Additionally, we notice. We watch our fellow creatures in ways that are often amusing or even unexpected to the rest of the world. Thus, writers' critical and analytical thinking is not entirely incorrect. Instead, it enables us to be more empathic. Empathy is a skill that every writer must master to connect with readers more effectively.
About the Creator
Hussain Soomro
Digital marketer, content creator, influencer, Enhancing brand presence for multiple companies. Worked on international and national campaigns. Inhouse, clientside, and outsourcing experience of handling tasks. A leader, not a manager.
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