This is a deep question. I don't have all the answers, but I do have some experience.
Writing for the sake of writing is a mediocre solution
And who grants it?
Don't get wrapped up in that dumb shit
It might be tempting, but you'll regret it in the long run
No, but it could sure lose some weight.
Learn to think in decades
It’s “I’ll see you later”
I'm taking a quick break from my freelancer schtick
Stop pretending it’s not about money. It always is.