This is a beautiful essay by Kashmiri writer Majid Maqbool addressing aspiring young Kashmiri writers but his appeal for steadfast honesty in writing is universal. If I were to advise young writers (or speakers), I too would place steadfast honesty as most important along with a refusal to bend to flattery or blandishments. Too many lose their way & become dull by learning to sing for their supper.

http://www.inversejournal.com/2019/04/22/walk-on-a-letter-to-young-kashmiris-by-majid-maqbool/?