Whenever we’re trying to write but struggling, there’s one topic that always feels pretty fail-proof: early love. And what’s more fun to free-write on than a certain aspect of early love…early heartbreak. So, tell us: Was the first person to break your heart the boy next door, your long-term partner? Did it happen without them ever knowing you had a crush in the first place? Was it dramatic, surprisingly inconsequential? Did it happen later in life? We want to know!
Share a bit about it in the comments — one line to one paragraph is usually the sweet spot — and then feel free to keep writing on your own if you’re in the zone. Need some incentive? This week, we’re offering a free one-year Narratively Academy subscription to whoever’s comment gets the most likes. So, post away! We can’t wait to read your stories.