Let’s Get Motivated
I’m so glad to be back and writing again! It’s been a few weeks. It was the fourth of July and then another week and then we went to NYC for a wedding, so it’s been hard to get to my blog! I’ve missed you all!
I’ve been very unmotivated to write lately. This is the first time this has happened since I started over a year ago! I’ve written my manuscript, but still have a few places I want to work on. I’ve sent out query letters to almost 30 agents. I’ve gotten my Instagram somewhat engaged (not really though; it’s so hard!) I’ve written for some publications, and I’ve done a lot of podcasts. I am just feeling stuck.
This happens a lot to writers, from what I understand. I feel like if I had a deadline or a project to work on, it would inspire me. I usually take current events and base some of my writings off that for my blog. My website is beautiful and everything seems to be in place, but I am struggling!
I even googled how to get over writer's block. There are multiple articles about it! Google has everything, doesn’t it!? Here are some things it told me to do:
Go for a walk.
Eliminate distractions
Do something to get your blood flowing.
Play.
Change your environment.
Read a book.
Listen to music (try classical or jazz to mix it up).
Brew some coffee.
Create a routine. Many famous writers have daily routines to summon the Muse.
Spend time with someone who makes you feel good.
Call an old friend.
Brainstorm ideas in bullet points.
Read some inspiring quotes to get you started.
I do get so many thoughts and so many things that I want to write about when I walk. I try to use voice memos so I remember, but it is so hard to transcribe everything once I sit down to my computer. I haven’t ran since the babies were born; I totally lost my motivation for that. I can change my environment and read books. Free writing is something I have been trying, which is super helpful. Routine would be good. These are all great ideas! I should start doing more of them!
I’m off to distract myself and try to get motivated. In the meantime, I want to hear from you! Please comment on this blog with things you would like to read about! It can be anything. It can be personal stories from me, current events, or just questions you want me to answer. Please comment and give me some extra motivation!
