The document discusses the challenges of writing a creative writing essay. It notes that this type of essay requires balancing structure with creativity and following narrative techniques while crafting an original story. Additionally, the personal nature of creative writing can make the process intimate but also difficult to achieve a universal resonance. Further hurdles include the elusive nature of creativity and feeling pressure to instantly generate a masterpiece. However, the document argues that overcoming these difficulties is an integral part of the transformative journey that both writers and readers embark upon.