2019 is moving faster than 2018. I just blinked and we
are already in the second month of the year. But for a change I can pat myself
on my back. This year it looks like I will meet many of my writing targets.
This shows what a little extra discipline and dedication can do, and ofcourse
switching off from online distractions goes a long way and staying focused and
being on a deadline.
I digress as usual. This post is about IWSG (Insecure Writers
Support Group) not about my goals. IWSG is an online forum where writers from
all over the world participate by posting on the first Wednesday of the month.
In our posts we tackle any of our writing insecurities, discuss our fears,
learn from other writers who have overcome these doubts and anxieties.
IWSG is the brainchild of Ninja Captain Alex Cavanaugh. Alex is an accomplished musician, an awesome blogger and a best-selling
author. He is the author of the Amazon Bestsellers: CassaStar, CassaStorm,
CassaFire and Dragon of the Stars. The IWSG has to its credit, writing contests,
twitter pitch parties, it has brought out several anthologies. The IWSG website
has amazing and informative posts from publishing experts.
February 6
question - Besides writing what other creative outlets do you have?
Besides writing I don’t do anything else
creative. At one time (a million years back) I did a little bit of embroidery.
A few years back I taught creative writing in college for several years. But
that’s about it. I write, write and write. I have been thinking of doing
something else creative, but haven’t found anything (not that I have been actively looking).
Will be visiting all your blogs later to see what
other creative outlets you all have.
That you've taught creative writing is really impressive!
ReplyDeleteExcellent that you're on track for your writing goals! Keep going! :)
ReplyDeleteI hear ya! Writing takes a lot of time and creative effort. There's not much time for anything else!
ReplyDeleteTurn off the distraction and stay on track. You'll look back on this year with great satisfaction!
ReplyDeleteThat's great that you are making your writing targets. I don't have any other creative outlets or time to really explore them. I want to leave that time for writing.
ReplyDeleteYou never know when something might dump in your lap that you never know you'd enjoy.
ReplyDeleteMaybe you can take up a new hobby related to your story or your characters. I once took up archery for writing research. :)
ReplyDeleteWriting is a full-time creative endeavor!
ReplyDeleteWell, if you read this months blogs something should hit. So many different talents out there doing so many different things. :-)
ReplyDeleteAnna from elements of emaginette
Writing is the only creative outlet for me too! I dabbled in photography for a while, many years ago.
ReplyDeleteI agree, the time is whizzing by!
I have many creative outlets, but like yours -- write, write, write...
ReplyDeleteYou have great focus so good for you! I have other creative interests that I don’t have time for because writing is my priority. But that’s okay, I’m doing what I love.
ReplyDeleteEveryone has their own way of expressing their creativity, and being focused on one main activity is no better or worse than enjoying a variety of creative projects. I'm sure you get way more done that some of us do. but being a writer is like being a ballerina or gymnast or Olympic skater. Focus, concentration, and practice!
ReplyDeleteWriting takes so much of our creativity there isn't time or energy to do the other things we once did.
ReplyDeleteWell it sounds like the writing is going well. I would stick with it!
ReplyDeleteHi Rachna,
ReplyDeleteI wish I could just write, write, write... but I need the outlets. I am a classically trained artist... I draw, paint, sculpt, do photography, graphic design, interior design, and almost every craft! Geez, I'm exhausted just thinking about all my creative outlets. But I must admit, I do enjoy them all!
I definitely feel the year moving by fast already. I like to garden, and will enjoy that hobby come spring:)
ReplyDeleteCongrats on being on schedule with your writing goals :-)
ReplyDeleteRonel visiting for Feb's IWSG Day Being an Insecure Writer -- And Happy About It