Your Book Isn’t Ready — And Hug Circles Won’t Help

Your Book Isn’t Ready — And Hug Circles Won’t Help
Writing isn’t therapy. It’s not soft. And it’s definitely not about being told you’re brilliant before you’ve done the work.
In this longform deep-dive, I talk about the hug-circle mentality dominating online writing spaces — and how it’s making writers worse, not better. Facebook groups, Discord servers, and Twitter threads are filled with toxic positivity and empty praise — and if you’re not careful, you’ll get stuck there.
What writers really need is a MOSH PIT: a place where your work is torn apart, where your ego gets bruised, and where critique actually helps you grow.
This video is for anyone serious about getting better, not just feeling good. If you’re an indie author, a new writer, or someone stuck in creative limbo, this is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed.
🔥 Topics Covered:
Why hug-circle feedback keeps you mediocre
How mosh-pit critique makes your writing better
The danger of early praise and “supportive” groups
What it really takes to stand out in a crowded indie market
🎤 Let’s have the honest conversation most writing influencers won’t.
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