So many video essays about how to get the 3 act structure right, the Hero's journey, analyzing films through this lens, etc. Dan Harmon is always yapping on about his "story circle"... it's like damn is writing really that bland?

I feel like adherence to these guidelines and the quest to find the perfect structure cheapens things and generally gets in the way of things. But I don't know anything about writing so maybe that's nonsense. What do you guys think?

    • BakedPotatoJohnson [any]
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      3 years ago

      Oh yes, you bet! You learn when to stop focusing on it eventually and also when to go back through and edit. That desire for details helps you get better as a writer.

        • BakedPotatoJohnson [any]
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          3 years ago

          That skill will improve organically too! Do what feels best for you and is the most enriching for you! More than one way to sprout! 🍠🥔🌱