The Rut and Solutions

I have to say, but this week just was not gelling for me. There was not anything in particular that happened that made it subpar, but I think that my current bad mood and rut have really negatively affected my days. I know what some of the problems are (not getting a girlfriend, not getting any closer to getting a literary agent, and saving up money for a down payment for my own place has been slow), and I have some ideas for a solution, but I need to really get up and do them.

There was a day after work when I just wanted to rest, so I didn’t do anything writing related. It felt good as it happened, but afterwards, I just felt guilty for being lazy. It goes to show that working on this writing stuff is now just ingrained in me these days and part of my daily routine, which is good. It does wear on me though that nothing is happening as far as any real progression in getting published professionally is concerned. I am looking to strengthen my self-publishing through Amazon and iTunes, and I will look into things like KDP Rocket, ads, and whatnot. I do understand that in order to get my name out there, I have to “pay to play.” While I can use social media and other means, I know that I still have to put money into this venture, but I have to look at it as an investment in myself and my brand.

I’m looking forward to this weekend though. The Los Angeles Comic Con is this Saturday, and I will be consplaying as Bruce Lee from Game of Death. Also, the WWE all women’s PPV, Evolution, is this Sunday, and I’m looking forward to it. My church has an event the following Monday that looks to be fun. I’m hoping that things turn around soon, but I know that it is ultimately up to me.