Writing advice from lyrics by screamo bands you really loved in the early 2000's, a thread:
"And I can't make it on my oooown.
And I can't make it on my own."
Hawthorne Heights - Ohio Is for Lovers

Having a community as a writer is so important. Whether it's your in-person writing group or your friends online.

Try to connect and share, while supporting one another.
"I'm tired and I felt it for awhile now
In this sea of lonely
The taste of ink is getting old."
The Used - The Taste of Ink

It's easy to burn out. It can be an isolating thing, creating. Make sure you take a break, and refill well. Don't poison the well. That's a different band.
"I'm writing again
these letters to you
aren't much, I know."
Finch - Letters To You

Don't beat yourself up if you're not getting a ton of writing done. It's a hard time for everyone right now. Whatever you're doing? It's enough.
"Reaching out for a hand that's not there.
But you're not there and I'm not-"
Underoath - Reinventing Your Exit

Support in the writing community is important. But if you're reaching out and not feeling that support from your group, it's okay to move on. Community goes both ways.
"When everyone has left me here,
I'll make it on my own,
Just wait and see."
Silverstein - Hear Me Out

Hey. You. That author who is busy querying and feeling left behind.

Keep going. You're going to make it.
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