@boyptc: Totally get what you mean with “planning for a long time but can’t execute” – same boat here, to be honest. Life keeps getting in the way, and even when I sit down with the best intentions, something always pulls me out of the zone. I guess it’s that combo of wanting it to be good and not knowing where to start that slows me down. Curious, though – if you did get the time, what would your book be about?

@Fretum: Appreciate the detailed reply. Your point about this being like a natural “next step” in a hobby hit me right in the gut – never thought of it like that, but yes, that’s exactly the itch I’m trying to scratch. That mix of pride and self-doubt, you know? I hadn’t thought much about writing courses, but now I’m tempted. Do you think it helps more with structure or with staying motivated?

@mich: Childhood stories can be powerful stuff – especially if you can weave them into something relatable. Don’t underestimate your experience just because it wasn’t easy. Often, that’s where the truth lives.

@DediRock: Thanks for that encouragement – and yeah, the “never really done” part feels very real already. I keep tweaking things endlessly. Maybe the trick is to just set it free at some point and let go?