Writing is about hypnotizing yourself into believing in yourself, getting some work done, then unhypnotizing yourself and going over the material coldly.
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...