Burned Out
Added 2024-01-19 01:28:44 +0000 UTCHello!
So. Almost a year ago, I realized I was reaching the point of burning out. The things I posted up until October were almost all ones that I had written in a sudden outburst of ... uhh... writing.
I took the November and December break, hoping that would fix it and restarting in January would get me back into things but, well, it seems like that's not the case.
I've been working on the Patreon for over 5 years now. That seems impossible to me. 5 years with not very many breaks and 3-ish stories a month. Oof.
I'll spare the whining and just ask for help.
I have the backlog of stories, including the prompt from this month and I plan to write them because y'all paid for them.
My question is - what's the best way to make this work? I think I can write a story this month and then one every month or every other month. I'd like to just work on my backlog and then take a break from Patreon until I feel like I'm in a good smutty writing place again.
I need a solution that doesn't immediately make all my Patreon posts public and, ideally, something that doesn't charge for the backlog stories I need to write. I want y'all to get what you paid for and not have to pay extra, you know? Until I finish the backlog.
Taking advice and thoughts. I'd really like this to be a long break and not retirement from the scene.
Thank you and, sorry. I really thought two months would be enough.
Comments
I've never paid much attention to how much or how often you write. I'm here because I love your work and it's given me a lot of, er...pleasure, and I wanted to show my support. I also want you to be writing because you enjoy it, not because you feel obligated. To me, recharging or having periods of time where you're not writing is still part of the process. I'm happy to continue my subscription for as long as it takes, unless at some point you say, Ok I'm done with writing and have no interest in a return.
Tag Zedawg
2024-02-07 11:07:33 +0000 UTCAs a content creator myself, I understand burnout. There's no time limit to it that you can set willingly. Sure, you can force yourself to return to it and keep at the grind when you're not really ready, but only you know how much time you'll need. It can take months, even a year or more, and by then, your passions may change. Do what you enjoy and share what you like with the rest of the world. I agree this could make a good blogspot for dumping thoughts, but don't feel pressured to create on others' behalf.
ItsTheBigBadWolf
2024-01-20 18:31:09 +0000 UTCTake the time you need to find out what's important to you now. No one can tell you that you have to produce more when you aren't feeling it. Maybe switching up formats will help, even write some stuff that's just for you and no one else, a screenplay? You got stuff going on outside of writing right now, maybe it's fine focusing on that and turning this into a bit of a blog space to help you process what's going on? whereever you land I hope you know we only want what's best for you and while we enjoy your work, we want you to be happy more,
Brushfire
2024-01-20 06:39:11 +0000 UTCfull support for you taking all the time you need as well as whatever feels best for you to do with the backlog. the human spirit through art and creation isn't as simple as a financial agreement.
zelba
2024-01-19 12:38:57 +0000 UTCSpeaking of solutions. Lower tiers as monthly story prompts are on pause it delete some tiers so we are left with 3 tiers; 1. access to Patreon stories 2. access to Patreon stories and ilustrations 3. access to Patreon stories and ilustrations + voting for new ilustartions. Other option would be changing tiers from monthly payments to per creation/post.
Marberguson
2024-01-19 07:59:13 +0000 UTCIf you need to take a real break then you need to take a break, people who like what you do will be here when you come back. The worst thing possible would be if you burn yourself out to the point that something that you like doing turns into another source of aggravation.
The Insane Hiker
2024-01-19 06:30:21 +0000 UTCSo, if you can afford it financially, then pausing the billing is probably the best. Otherwise...just change the tiers and such. What's most important is for YOU to be happy. Your fans would understand, a break is better then ULTRA burnout. I've seen artists who burned out completely...and that's...not fun.
MitchellTF
2024-01-19 05:09:08 +0000 UTCSaid it to Rose I'll say it to you I waited 10+ yrs for Leo to finish rinas night I'm good waiting a couple months . Artist seldom remember they're health take the time you need to stay healthy ! As to your work load and back log pick 1 that you feel best calls to you and you can finish to your satisfaction without stress or write 1 day and take 3 off...
Cinder2004
2024-01-19 04:37:14 +0000 UTCThe best way to make this work is you writing your stories when you feel like it - you're human, not a machine. Burnouts happen, especially with creative work. I'd say drop the tiers while letting people keep their pledges if they choose so. Or just pause the billing until your consciousness allows you to charge again.
Telv
2024-01-19 01:57:44 +0000 UTCI’ve been a long time supporter. Sub’d here the whole time, and an avid follower before that. For me it’s simple, if you’re burned out, then take a break. I’m not gonna complain. Not gonna feel like I got cheated. Not gonna feel you owe me anything except a polite word on your situation; which is what you just gave me. So I’m not gonna ask for nor expect anything else from you. I am going to wish you well, and I am going to say thank you for years of amazing quality writing which I will continue to appreciate for years to come. In my opinion you’ve always been fair, you’ve always taken your work seriously, and you’ve always delivered top quality art. I understand that art is not made on an assembly line and you’re not a machine. You’re an incredibly skilled and talented artist whom I am very happy to have found. So take your time. Go find things that excite you. Go live the life that you want to wake up to each morning. I’ll miss your art, but I’ll be thrilled to know you’re still creating in your own new way. I wish you all the best and hope to meet you again. The world is a better place because you are in it.
Ariosto1516
2024-01-19 01:56:47 +0000 UTCYou are valid and everyone needs a break. Even big breaks!
Wolfizen
2024-01-19 01:31:16 +0000 UTC
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