It truly amazes me how much our outlook affects the situations we find ourselves in. If you read a story expecting to hate it, you probably will. But if you read a story and keep looking for the good parts, you'll find them (as well as letting go of the bad parts).
The same goes for everything, including your own writing. If you think you are writing something terrible, other people are likely to agree. In fact, whenever I write a single sentence I think isn't very good, my editor always picks it out.
However, when you write with confidence, it will infuse with your words. You will ultimately make a superior product.
The one catch is to recognize the difference between confidence and delusion. Ignoring the criticisms of others is a sure way to get stuck in ruts and reinforce bad habits. Always be earnest and consider every criticism; if they're right, you will be able to recognize their points and accept them.
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If you want others to take that advice you should too.
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