Pausing with Purpose
I know I just need to pause—to step back and take a breather from work—because something about writing has been quietly tugging at me. Lately, I’ve been reflecting deeply on my purpose and direction as a writer. After writing for ten years, I feel the need to recalibrate—review my body of work, rethink my approach, and grow into a better version of the writer I want to become.
Learning to Unlearn
Even after completing my MA in Creative Writing and attending a prestigious national writing workshop, I know I still have so much more to learn. What challenges me now is the idea of learning by unlearning. It sounds contradictory, I know—but there’s truth in it. Maybe I need to let go of certain habits, mindsets, or writing patterns that no longer serve me, so I can make room for fresh insights and rediscover my passion with new eyes.
Looking Ahead
I’m hoping to dedicate more time to writing in the third quarter of 2025. Both academic and creative. I’ve been in a bit of a lull since graduating, and now I feel a strong pull to show up—to actually write, to produce, to create with intention and discipline.
Embracing Change
There will be changes in my life for this year. By the third quarter of this year, I might be living a very different life—new routines, new environments, maybe even new people around me. I’m thrilled, but admittedly nervous. I also plan to give more focus to my full-time jobs, so I can carve out dedicated time for creative work. And if I’m serious about this shift, my lifestyle has to evolve too.
Balancing personal, professional, and creative goals is no easy feat. Procrastination has held me back for too long—and now, I know it’s time to live with more intention. I want to be genuinely productive, not just busy. Time management and self-discipline are no longer optional—they’re necessary. This shift, this kind of growth, is now my priority. So help me God.
There Is Grace in Waiting
They say good things take time—and while I wholeheartedly believe that, I also wrestle with impatience. What if things don’t work out? What if I fail? What if I don’t hear back? I overthink, a lot. But amid the noise of doubt, one thing stays constant: hope.
Yes, there is hope. I need to wait patiently. I trust that God’s plans for me are far greater than what I can currently see. So for now, I’ll stay focused on my goals and remain prayerful as I wait for the dreams I’ve sown to come to life.
I know that where I am right now may not fully align with what I envision. But I believe, in time, it will. And in the meantime, I will continue to pray over the work I’ve already done—the efforts I’ve made, the seeds I’ve planted, and the things that are now beyond my control.