Find your Personal Creative Writing Methodology
On originality and expectations
A course by Olivia Teroba , Writer and editor
About the video: On originality and expectations
Overview
“In this lesson, I'll tell you about a couple of myths surrounding literary creation that represent an obstacle to it. The first is the myth of originality. The second is the myth of perfection. Both generate expectations that are impossible to meet.”
In this video lesson Olivia Teroba addresses the topic: On originality and expectations, which is part of the Domestika online course: Find your Personal Creative Writing Methodology. Develop your writing skills with this course. .
Partial transcription of the video
“Now that you know me, I'm going to talk to you about some key concepts that can help you. to prepare your final project and any type of text. In this lesson, we'll discuss two recurring myths surrounding writing. One of them is originality. And the other one? The one of perfection. These two ideas. They generally limit the text and can cause blocks when you're just starting to write. If you're taking this course, surely Have you tried writing before or are you interested in literary work? Let me tell you. That only by Having this interest and disposition to write, you can already call yours...”
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Course summary for: Find your Personal Creative Writing Methodology
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Creative Writing, Fiction Writing, Writing
Olivia Teroba
A course by Olivia Teroba
Olivia Teroba is a writer and editor with over ten years of experience in literature, specializing in short stories and essays. Her training includes participation in literary workshops and scholarship programs, which have strengthened her theoretical and practical approach. She has published three books, including "A Safe Place," a work notable for its intimate narrative and exploration of themes such as domestic violence and family relationships. Her short story "Inside and Outside the House" was recognized with the Edmundo Valadés Latin American Short Story Prize, demonstrating her ability to synthesize complex emotions in short stories.
Olivia Teroba's writing is characterized by a relatable, everyday tone, which seeks to develop stories that are meaningful to the emotional lives of her characters. Her style employs techniques such as interior monologue and stream of consciousness, allowing for a deep immersion in subjectivity. Throughout her career, she has learned that writing is a way of seeing the world, a process of self-knowledge that fosters empathy. Her commitment to language is reflected in her constant quest to explore the material, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of the human environment.
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