I. Am. Mika.

Be Fearless

What exactly is involved in fearlessness?

Step One: Believe in what you are writing. Have something to say to your readers. Hold nothing back and do not flinch from the truth. Live for the moment when your story comes together–and struggle with the words until you get there. Your words are unique to you alone, born out of your own inspiration and the insight you’ve gained into others’ souls through your experiences. What you are offering is yours alone to give.

Step Two: Be relentless. Never give up. Believe in yourself even when all others are ready to count you out. Go forward with conviction.

Step Three: Here’s the heart of it. Don’t be afraid of writing or life. Be willing to stretch yourself and to take risks. Nothing is more boring than a writer who doesn’t challenge themself. Use your individuality to a competitive advantage and remember that whatever happens the sun will rise tomorrow, those who love you will still be there . . . and there will be more words to write, more stories to tell.