tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37564802.post7160647456271068660..comments2024-03-02T00:23:32.834-08:00Comments on Catherine West - BLOG: The Best AdviceCatherine Westhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16075571140881352399noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37564802.post-20942032528823120702011-02-06T03:46:44.208-08:002011-02-06T03:46:44.208-08:00Cathy,
Like Bonnie, I'm open to brainstorming....Cathy,<br />Like Bonnie, I'm open to brainstorming. Let me know.<br />And I know what you mean by being stuck. A couple of things I try. Sometimes I'll go and reread what I've written--just print it off and read. I also think back to the theme/goal of the book. I think 'what's the worst thing that could happen here' and I do it--or a version of it.<br />And I also like what Bonnie said about taking Sunday off. I usually don't write on Sunday simply because I don't have the time. But to have a day of rest and give God the glory--sounds good to me.Lindihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06109206610786414955noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37564802.post-26071267830522304982011-02-04T17:21:00.771-08:002011-02-04T17:21:00.771-08:00I highly recommend "The War of Art, by Steven...I highly recommend "The War of Art, by Steven Pressfield. When I'm going through those times of doubt, it's just what I need to get back on track. Taking breaks to do other creative things is also a great pick-me-upper. Hang in there! You're not alone! :)Melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12960493353454007017noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37564802.post-77117795915712248642011-02-03T13:11:19.386-08:002011-02-03T13:11:19.386-08:00I REALLY hope it wasn't my red marks on your s...I REALLY hope it wasn't my red marks on your synopsis. Because Cathy, I'm not lying - your story is awesome! Awesome blossom (do you watch the Office?) And I don't blow smoke. I don't. <br /><br />Where do I go? I go insane, that's where I go. And I go there quite often. You're not alone. I have my own little self-doubt pet and he's awfully bloated today.Katie Gansherthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09150375338556869812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37564802.post-15194617769404723642011-02-03T05:54:52.030-08:002011-02-03T05:54:52.030-08:00Hmm... as a professional writer (at this point!) t...Hmm... as a professional writer (at this point!) take this for what it's worth... but I am a huge fan of free associatino (can you tell my background is psychology)? :) But honestly when I feel stuck in an area of my life, I journal and get out all of my self-doubt, negativity etc. and it genuinely feels like it gets out of my system. Then I am freed up to be creative, think more clearly etc. Just a thought! Oh, and I am jealous of your beautiful weather! I am ready for Spring to come! :)Angela C.https://www.blogger.com/profile/13900955241397536110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37564802.post-15417804481303774442011-02-03T04:58:20.084-08:002011-02-03T04:58:20.084-08:00Hey Cath,
A couple of things.
I'd love to ...Hey Cath, <br /><br />A couple of things. <br /><br />I'd love to brainstorm with you. Let me know how you want to do it! <br /><br />I actually figured out how to get over slumps about six months ago and haven't really had one since. Most writers write their guts out. and I mean like mad! Every minute of every day that is free that's for writing. <br /><br />That was me. But THEN! I had an epiphany. If God created the earth in six days and then rested for a season - Sunday - isn't that a great suggestion? If our God - the most powerful entity EVER needs a break, then by golly, I guarantee I do. <br /><br />So that's what I do. Sundays - I'm not allowed to touch my writing, not read my own work, not edit, nothing! I allow myself to read others, critique others, ENJOY others writing, but I never NEVER touch my own. And since I'm refreshed from my day off, the week feels new and exciting with potential. <br /><br />Just cause I don't write certainly doesn't mean I don't contemplate my story, but I don't take notes or anything. It just stews. And sometimes (you'll get this with your English background) tea just needs to steep (spelled wrong, I'm sure). <br /><br />But having said that, while I don't have "slumps" with the amount I put out or whatever my project is at the time, that has nothing whatsoever to do with my own little monster - I think you and I got them from the same litter. I don't remember getting him licensed but for the life of me, I cant' get anyone to take him either. Ugh. and he is the MEANEST pet ever! <br /><br />Talk soon! BonBonnie R. Paulsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02099325696949990504noreply@blogger.com