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When supportive feedback feels like gentle dismissal

My writing group loves everything I share but I can tell they are being nice and their kindness makes me feel more alone

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Excessive positivity from others can feel like condescension that prevents genuine connection and growth.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Short fiction and the short form?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.