WRITING OBSTACLE
Your protagonist is a skiled rock climber who likes to challenge themselves. In the middle of a daring climb, they suddenly have an attack of doubt and begin to question their ability.
Imagine what this might be like for someone who is normally completely confident in their skill.
A questionable skill.
My hearts beating, as my feet slip below and rocks fall. Why? Why am I scared! I do this almost everyday! Just breathe, breathe.
I look down and instantly regret it. My hands sweating and my feet starting to slip. My heart pounding and tears trickling down my face.
I look down one more time at the 75 foot drop and remember I’m not hooked up. How!? Who did I forget to hook myself up!? Just breathe. It’s ok i’ve never fallen before. Just keep climbing. Just 30 more feet. Oh no! There’s a bird. Then I remember again because I forgot i’m not hooked….