Anna Adams

Posted By admin on February 19, 2013

A subject near to my heart. For some reason, the world at my house, is a little cranky lately. I find myself saying over and over, “You get what you expect. Expect to be happy.”

No one’s listening, which I find shocking. Who rejects wisdom so freely given?  So, I’m listening to myself. I’m choosing to be cheerful and hopeful and happy. (Unfortunately, remaining cheerful can rend the attitudinal force in a cranky house, rather than improving it, but that’s just a tangential observation.)

Because I’m also thinking about my attitude toward work. A couple of years ago I decided to try different things. I haven’t sold any of those different things, and that’s difficult. I’ve learned a lot about rejection, and about the temptation to give up. Fortunately, I have Karen Whiddon, the world’s all-time best critique partner. We report our progress to each other pretty much every day, and when I feel that nasty, sneaking temptation to consider Walmart greeting a viable alternative, she reminds me with her unbelievable work ethic that quitting doesn’t get a writer anywhere.

So–I’m still trying new things. Before I sold my first book, I remember hearing the numbers–the odds against anyone selling a book. And I always thought that just didn’t apply to me because this is what I’m supposed to do. These days, with so many publishing options, more than ever the scary odds don’t apply. I’m still pointing my ship toward traditional publishing first, so that’s where I’m putting my energy.

Every so often, I need a little attitude check. So, I’m checking today. It might be the most challenging part of such a solitary job. I hope your attitude is soaring!

Categories: Attitude
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