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Sohail Mohammed
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Don’t Be a Writer (Until You Understand This)

Too many people chase the idea of being a writer instead of focusing on what truly matters.
We get caught up in labels, in validation, in wanting to “look” like a writer—yet miss the point entirely.

I wrote about this trap in my latest blog:
👉 Don’t Be a Writer (Until You Understand This)

The gist:

Writing is not about the identity of “writer”

It’s about the process, the mindset, and what comes before/after words

If you’re chasing the title instead of the practice, you’ll burn out

Would love to hear from this community:
What’s the biggest misconception you see among new writers?

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