23 Things Writers Say Vs. What They Actually Mean

2. "I'm A Freelance Writer..."

What They Actually Mean: "Nobody will take me on full-time." "I earn very little money." "I don't get paid to write." "I work in a menial job, but I say this to avoid embarrassment." "I'm hungry." "I'm literally starving right now." "PLEASE GOD WILL YOU FEED ME."

1. "I Can't Take This Sh*t Anymore! I'm Quitting Forever!"

What They Actually Mean: "I'm quitting for a few days." Are you a writer who frequently finds yourself uttering these phrases? Are you somebody who constantly finds themselves listening to somebody who uses these phrases? Like this list? Disagree with it? Got any to add? Let us know in the comments section below, and don't forget to share.
 
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