So, it’s all very well having a very structured routine to ensure you’re getting words on the page. But if you want to make those words count then you really need to spend some time doing things other than writing. For me, specifically, I find that taking time away from writing helps make my writing better because I come back to work which needs editing with a clearer mind. The thing about writing is that even when you’re doing other things your brain is almost always working on the writing to some degree. So it's vital to take time out and do something which puts your writing brain into REM sleep so it can dream great dreams. Over the next few posts I’ll be sharing some things I do to chillax and temporarily get my brain out of writing mode. First up: During the week I try to make it to at least one dance class and one social dance. This isn’t always possible, but I make a massive effort to do the dance class if nothing else. Argentine ...
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