[Wump]

> A lot of times writing, to me, feels like sitting alone and talking to myself. I write stuff, I publish them, and nothing really happens. The lack of feedback – good or bad – makes me doubt the work I do.

This is one place where having a co-founder/collaborator/co-worker is valuable: built-in feedback mechanism.

[richardbrevig]

For the past month, I've written my thoughts into a daily journal. I then send that to a group that read it every day and respond. Had 15 a month ago but some were toxic. I'm now down to 5 people. I understand they don't understand possibly even most of what I write, but knowing they'll read it motivates me to express my thoughts--whatever they are at the time.

But yes to your point about the co-founder, they'll understand everything you're talking about.

[colmvp]

I also found having a mentor is helpful. The mentor can give advice and help work through next steps with you and hold you accountable to things you say you'll do.

[gibolt]

Key is having them hold you accountable. Schedule a fixed bi-weekly or monthly time with them, and set deadlines (given to them) for the next meeting. This helps push you to meet them.