5 Reasons Why I Chose to Become a Writer
In hopes that my reasons give you the inspiration to keep on chuggin'.
Becoming a writer — which involves making an income from your writing — is a worthwhile pursuit, though undoubtedly full of challenges. For example, the projected 10-year growth in jobs for writers is only 2%. As a result, most writers will tell you to keep your job and write in your spare time.
Even though it's not easy to establish yourself as a writer, it's still possible. But even then, if you chose to become a writer, you probably have a damn good reason for doing so! It took me a while, but ultimately, I developed five solid reasons why I chose to become a writer.
1. I admire(d) the lifestyle.
Nothing sounds more alluring than the life of a (successful) writer. You wake up in the morning, stretch your legs, slide into your robe and pour yourself a hot cup of coffee. You migrate to your study, filled with your favorite books and hand-picked inspirational decorations. You sit at your desk and gaze out the window before doting away for hours at the keyboard.
After some time, your (significant other) knocks on the door, pleading to spend time with you. You eventually (grudgingly) give in and spend the next few hours watching movies or…
