In her book "Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life," Anne Lamott discusses the process of writing as an intricate journey of self-belief and critical evaluation. She emphasizes that writing requires a deep, almost hypnotic self-confidence, which enables writers to produce their work freely and creatively. This initial phase is crucial for overcoming self-doubt and immersing oneself in the writing process. Once the writing is complete, Lamott suggests that the next step is to detach from that initial belief and examine the work with a more objective and critical mindset. This dual process of believing and then critically assessing allows writers to refine their work and truly polish their craft, illustrating that creation and evaluation are both essential in the art of writing.

In her book "Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life," Anne Lamott discusses the process of writing as an intricate journey of self-belief and critical evaluation. She emphasizes that writing requires a deep, almost hypnotic self-confidence, which enables writers to produce their work freely and creatively. This initial phase is crucial for overcoming self-doubt and immersing oneself in the writing process.

Once the writing is complete, Lamott suggests that the next step is to detach from that initial belief and examine the work with a more objective and critical mindset. This dual process of believing and then critically assessing allows writers to refine their work and truly polish their craft, illustrating that creation and evaluation are both essential in the art of writing.