Being December 2012's post for the Insecure Writer's Support Group
I have been one of
those ubiquitous creative funks of late. It's not exactly a block because I
know what I need to do to move forward. It's just that none of the creative
projects I have sitting around appeal to me. I have several blog topics jotted
in my notebook, partially painted minis on my desk, partially written
adventures for the next step in my D&D game, and even a really engaging book that
I've been picking my way through at a snail's pace. I feel a bit like the
despondent child with too many toys, surrounded by fun, but having none of it.
Waaaah!
That's not to say
that I haven't been doing anything creative. I have occasionally been dabbling
here and there. I recently watched a bunch of instructional videos on OneNote
and have been using my knew knowledge to reorganize my D&D notes into a more
functional system.* Like everything
else, however, my reorganization remains unfinished. To make matters worse, I
only feel the faintest spark of inspiration when I'm at work and can't devote
time to this stuff. I have created this
handy graphic, which illustrates my current creative process quite nicely.
What do you do to
break out of the creative blahs?
*I may even upload a
blank copy of my notebook structure, or at least a couple pages in case any of
you are OneNote GMs too.
I change my habits. For instance, I rarely watch TV save there is something exceptionally good on that is educational. I do watch movies at the theater for entertainment, but I set priorities and stick with them without stressing out over them. Inspiration comes and goes, however, it is imperative for me that I seize the opportunities when they present themselves and act on them.
ReplyDeleteOh so familiar. Sorry dude. I can suggest two things: 1) a blood sacrifice to the muses/gods 2) watch an interesting documentary on the old Netflix. That always gets my juices flowing.
ReplyDeleteYou might also try heading to a library. Take an empty backpack in case you decide to get a lot, or just take a notebook and browse several topics and jot thoughts about them.