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Do you have a writing schedule?
As a freelance writer, I'm guilty of dedicating more time to my client's projects than my personal work. But when my freelance jobs are slow I dive into writing my novel for about 4-6 hours per day unless I am feeling incredibly inspired to get my ideas on paper. I find that if I write 6+ hours per day for several days in a row I feel burnt out and have to take even more days off to recharge. How do you prevent burn-out when you are inspired to write but don't want to deplete your creative juices?
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Personally, as someone who writes very emotionally raw poetry I get a bit embarrassed at the idea of someone reading my work. So I like to take the time to write when I'm in my car commuting to work and on the way home!
And no, this isn't dangerous, as I put my phone on voice text in its dash holder and just speak into it.
I find that the focus on driving really allows me to just speak my mind, and then I can go back and edit later.
But that's just one way I do it! Love to hear others!!
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I often get stuck in the rut of thinking I have to produce a certain number of words per day but I am trying to retrain myself to get out of the productivity-based mindset. Time spent in nature is one of my favorite ways to disconnect and replenish my creative spirit.Kyrenora wrote: ↑12 Jun 2019, 21:41 I've found that I can work longer and avoid burnout by changing environments. I'd have a lot of trouble if I were to sit at my computer all day every day, but I can take some time to go outside and just let my mind explore the story while I jot down some notes. I'm still being creative and productive, but it's enough of a change that I don't feel like I'm getting stuck.
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I used to have a long commute to work, and I would often become super inspired while driving. I think it was because I would just allow my mind to wander without direction or distraction, and often that's when the best ideas pop up. Unfortunately, I never thought to use my phone to record my thoughts, but looking back now, I wish I would have! Typically, by the time I arrived home or got to work, the idea was long goneTalonFox wrote: ↑12 Jun 2019, 21:48 Good question!! I hope more people reply so I can see what others do.
Personally, as someone who writes very emotionally raw poetry I get a bit embarrassed at the idea of someone reading my work. So I like to take the time to write when I'm in my car commuting to work and on the way home!
And no, this isn't dangerous, as I put my phone on voice text in its dash holder and just speak into it.
I find that the focus on driving really allows me to just speak my mind, and then I can go back and edit later.
But that's just one way I do it! Love to hear others!!
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I don't think so much that you need to get away from a productivity-based mindset. I think you may benefit more from adjusting your definition of "productivity." It's not always quantifiable. You can work on your story without writing a single word. Rolling it over in your mind will allow you to create additional depth to setting and characters, it'll help you better understand your plot, and even give space for inspiration for anything your story might have been missing. Don't focus so much on your numbers. I know when I do that , it stresses me out to no end. Instead, I try breaking it down into sections. Whether each section is a scene, a dialogue exchange, or just a description, I decide what's important to work through that day. I do it to the best of my ability, and then I plot out and start writing the next bit.eastandalchemy wrote: ↑13 Jun 2019, 10:57I often get stuck in the rut of thinking I have to produce a certain number of words per day but I am trying to retrain myself to get out of the productivity-based mindset. Time spent in nature is one of my favorite ways to disconnect and replenish my creative spirit.Kyrenora wrote: ↑12 Jun 2019, 21:41 I've found that I can work longer and avoid burnout by changing environments. I'd have a lot of trouble if I were to sit at my computer all day every day, but I can take some time to go outside and just let my mind explore the story while I jot down some notes. I'm still being creative and productive, but it's enough of a change that I don't feel like I'm getting stuck.
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But I'm not disciplined enough. I need to work harder at it.
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Research is one of my favorite aspects as well! I'll often start with research in order to inspire me before I begin writing for the day.jadriscoll wrote: ↑13 Jun 2019, 21:50 I start out with a simple writing task. Then I feel productive and I can move on to accomplish a bigger chink of work. I set up a timeline to finish a project and set up due dates that are small, attainable sections. I like to do research; so i will end my work session with this activity.
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