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6 ways to keep moving forward after publisher rejection October 7, 2016, 12:22 pm1. Self-esteem: It is perfectly okay to grieve the idea that this publisher was the one that would take your work to market. But once that grieving time is over, stop thinking about it. If you continue to ruminate on the distressing idea of failure, it will cut down your self-esteem and cultivate a negative world around you. The best way to remedy this is by changing gears and doing something that you enjoy. You can also try to do the opposite of your norm. If you work on a computer most the day, go for a hike, or if you spend most of your days writing, try painting. 2. Life lessons: Being rejected is a wonderful learning experience, but it can be a challenge to see rejection this way. Take this time to look at what you could do differently and how you can work this into a learning experience. Your life is now on a different path that will result in new and profitable endeavors. 3. No shame in trying: Dream big. You may have just been rejected, but who is to say that the next publisher won't accept your work? If you reach for the stars but only make it to the moon, well, you still made it to the moon. We tend to only see the successes of other people around us. Even well-known successes like Einstein, Marilyn Monroe and J.K. Rowling had plenty of failures. Failing is by far the best learning tool, so lick your wounds and be proud you put yourself out there. 4. New plan: Go back to the drawing board if this plan ended miserably. Take what you have learned and apply that knowledge to make sure your next attempt is better. Maybe start a blog, self-publish, take a writing class or network with other authors. There are many different ways to get your work to market. Brainstorm with someone you trust and create your new plan of action. 5. Positive and grateful: Every once in a while you should do a reality check. This is a great way to realize that your situation is not as bad as you are viewing it. Take a look around at the environment surrounding you. Note what you see, smell, hear and feel. Really pay attention to the details of all the aspects that you relish. For example, I really like the cold, smooth feeling of my countertop and the warm glow of my kitchen lighting. Taking a second to "get out" of your head will also inspire your writing in that you are truly in your experience. 6. Help someone else: Helping someone in need always feels good and gets you out of the self-absorbed world we all get into sometimes. You can always do something bigger like help at a shelter or donate needed items, but a simple gesture of kindness can be just as heart-warming. Some ideas for these would be helping someone with their groceries, sending an anonymous thank you note or giving your waiter an extra nice tip. We are spreading the positive vibe, which in turn will bring us positive feelings. The community news source for Eagle Mountain Utah, Saratoga Springs Utah, Lehi Utah, American Fork Utah, Highland Utah, Alpine Utah, and The Cedar Valley, including Cedar Fort Utah and Fairfield Utah. Copyright 2024 The Crossroads Journal LLC. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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