"Do writers Overestimate Their Work or Underestimate It?"

I’ve spent a lot of time crafting what I believe to be a unique and impactful story—one I feel has the potential to be a masterpiece. It’s rich with symbolism, emotional depth, and complex character arcs. As writers, we often pour our souls into our creations, but it’s hard to know if we’re truly seeing them objectively.

This has led me to wonder: Do writers tend to overestimate the brilliance of their work, or do they underestimate its impact due to self-doubt?

I know that self-awareness and feedback are crucial, but even then, it feels like the line between genius and mediocrity can be thin, especially when you’re deeply attached to your own story.

For those of you who’ve created something you feel is remarkable—how do you approach self-assessment? Have you ever been convinced you wrote something extraordinary, only to have it critiqued harshly? Or perhaps you doubted your work, but others saw it as brilliant?

I’d love to hear your thoughts. How do you navigate this balance between confidence and humility as a writer?