I recently started my first script, and while I have the framework mapped out in my mind I am having issues with accepting, or rather pushing past, pieces of writing that are less than ideal.
I know logically that the first draft is in no way intended to be great, or perhaps even good, but I still have the desire to make it perfect.
I was curious as to the mental gymnastics that other writers do to get beyond this feeling, or if other writers experience this. I have a feeling that since this is my first attempted screenplay that the issue is amplified by my not knowing what it is to finish a script.
It is almost as if I have a deep fear of what will come, and that it will not be good enough. I have an immense amount of faith in my writing abilities, but this seems to be ignored every time I hit a rough patch.
Any advice or personal stories about this problem will be greatly appreciated.
PS. I wasn't sure where to put this thread, but "Basics" seemed to be the best place for it.
I know logically that the first draft is in no way intended to be great, or perhaps even good, but I still have the desire to make it perfect.
I was curious as to the mental gymnastics that other writers do to get beyond this feeling, or if other writers experience this. I have a feeling that since this is my first attempted screenplay that the issue is amplified by my not knowing what it is to finish a script.
It is almost as if I have a deep fear of what will come, and that it will not be good enough. I have an immense amount of faith in my writing abilities, but this seems to be ignored every time I hit a rough patch.
Any advice or personal stories about this problem will be greatly appreciated.
PS. I wasn't sure where to put this thread, but "Basics" seemed to be the best place for it.
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