It's been weeks since I last sat and wrote something. My life has been a little chaotic for the past while, and writing just did not take priority. I felt like my days were filled with so many things to do that any second of free time I got was best dedicated to a good nap. I am trying not to feel guilty about that. I know that pushing your body too far isn't beneficial to anyone. But I can't help but wish that there was more time in the day. One of my hopes for the future is

My honest struggle with procrastination while writing my debut novel Merla. I explore how my environment, fear of failure, and perfectionism can lead to writer’s block—and how I’m learning to overcome them. It’s a personal look at breaking unhealthy cycles, building better habits, and choosing growth over guilt.