Making it Personal- A retreat into introspection

Many blogs indulge in deep thoughts and navel-gazing, and this isn't one of them. Generally, you've come for writing advice and that's what I deliver. However, on this occasion my advice is about remembering to make it personal. I'm far enough into writing that I've dedicated myself to the business side so that I might sell my work (crazy, I know) but art is about self-expression. I could explain further, but that's what the short story is for. And if this introduction hasn't caught your...