Ready to Share Your Writing? Here’s How to Do It With Confidence
Scared to share your writing? Learn how to show your stories to others with confidence—and how to handle feedback without fear.
Hey, it’s
Reginaldo Osnildo here—
And today I want to talk about something exciting and terrifying for
most new writers:
Sharing
your work.
You’ve
written a story (or part of one). You’ve edited it. Maybe you’ve even read it
aloud to yourself.
But now
comes the big moment…
Do you let someone else read it?
I know what
that moment feels like. It’s vulnerable. It’s real. But it’s also a huge part
of growing as a writer.
Let’s break
down how to share your writing without freaking out—and why it’s often
the best thing you can do for your creative journey.
Why
Sharing Feels So Scary
When you
share your writing, you’re not just showing words.
You’re showing your voice, your ideas, your heart.
It can feel like:
- “What if they don’t get it?”
- “What if they hate it?”
- “What if I’m not ready?”
But here's
the truth: you don’t need to be perfect to be read.
You just need to be brave enough to share.
5 Ways
to Share Your Writing Without Losing Confidence
1. Choose
the Right Person First
Don’t post
your story to the entire internet on day one.
Start with someone kind, supportive, and willing to give honest but gentle
feedback.
That could be:
- A
writing friend
- A
trusted reader
- A
beginner-friendly writing group
2. Be
Clear About What You Want
Say
something like:
“I’m
looking for general impressions—was anything confusing?”
OR
“I’m working on the ending—can you tell me if it felt complete?”
This helps
you avoid vague or hurtful comments—and makes the feedback useful.
3. Start
Small
Don’t share
your whole novel. Try:
- A
paragraph
- A
short scene
- A
microstory
Get
comfortable in small doses. It builds your confidence over time.
4. Expect
Some Discomfort (and Do It Anyway)
Sharing
might always feel a little scary. That’s okay.
It means
you care—and that means your writing matters.
5. Celebrate
the Act of Sharing, Not the Response
Whether
someone loves it or not isn’t the point.
The fact
that you hit send, read it aloud, or posted it? That’s the win.
✍️ Practice Prompt: What Would You
Share?
Pick a
short scene you’ve written (even just a paragraph).
Now imagine sending it to a friend. Write the message you’d include.
You can
even practice by sharing it with yourself—in an email or a printed note.
The more
you normalize sharing, the easier it gets.
What
Happens After You Share?
Something magical:
- You
get new insights
- You start seeing your writing
differently
- You
feel brave
- You
realize you’re not alone
And that’s
the moment when writing becomes real—not just in your head, but in the
world.
🎁 Want to Get to the Point Where You Feel Ready
to Share?
If you’re
still building your confidence and want a kind, step-by-step guide to take you
from private writing to proudly sharing, here’s your next move:
👉 The Basics of Creative Writing for
Those Who Have Never Written Short Stories or Novels
Inside,
I’ll walk you through:
- Writing your first story (yes,
even if you’ve never tried before)
- Building
characters, scenes, and momentum
- Editing with clarity—so you
feel good about what you’ve created
- Tips for asking for feedback
and sharing your work with confidence
This eBook
was made to help you start small, finish strong, and feel proud to call
yourself a writer.
So go
ahead—let your story be seen.
The world doesn’t need perfect writers. It needs honest ones.
See you in
the next article!
— Reginaldo Osnildo