Distractions And Diversions Tend To Induce Creativity
August 1, 2008
“Distractions and Diversions” are usually the enemies of a writer. They conquer your focus and judgments dragging it away from the work on hand. They further entangle the mind with conflicts and forces it to do doing things that have lost all connections with productivity.
Some writers may abuse this title and deliberately shirk work in the name of creativity. But that is not the goal of this article.
Routine activities don’t require thinking and reasoning. They are done mechanically one after the other like clockwork. Writing can also fall in this rut. You involve yourself in the repeated style of writing, use the same jargons, create common sounding characters and then place them in similar conflicts. You are worn-out and wonder why your articles are rejected so often.
Downplaying yourself never works for the self-esteem. So let’s get back to the title-distractions and diversions. Create a distraction that helps you in your creativity.
Try out cooking a traditional meal. Could there be an age-old family recipe lurking in your subconscious mind? Something that no one in the family tried after your grandmother passed away. Jot down your experiences. How did the recipe play an important role in your childhood? What are the ingredients? Are they readily available? List its nutritional content. Is there an easy way to cook it if you are pressed for time?
Endless options can be created and a wonderful diversion from your usual writing style. You will feel elated with your new approach. This will help you look for wider markets to promote and publish such articles in the future. And your family will definitely give you kudos for making them re-live their old memories.
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Creative Writing is all about original thoughts flowing smoothly in your own style.
Your posts on the subject give insights to the writers of the day, who need it most.
I have been writing observational humour in my blog
http://whatnonsanz.blogspot.com/
Do read “Password Phobia” and “Right in the Middle” and “Daughters are Forever” in particular.
I would appreciate if you could let me know if I am a creative writer!
Gopinath, Thanks for writing in. Being creative is a state of mind. You either want to prove it or hide it. If you feel you are creative then you don’t need anyone’s approval.
Good Luck
Nayna, I was not seeking approval but your opinion….as your blog seemed to professional with a series of posts on creative writing, which I thought would be your specialisation.
Thanks for the response
Our aim is to point out what are the drawbacks and pitfalls that happens in a writer’s career with the series on “Creative Writing In A Nutshell.” It is more of a helping hand saying that you are not alone. Writing styles differ and so do genres. Just writing doesn’t mean one is creative. There are techniques and hooks which spellbind the audience to read on. So if you feel your writing has that kind of impact then it’s great.
good insight! Although, I am not a writer by profession, I tend to enjoy the creative process as I dabble in something I like to call poetry. And I have realised that I cannot make my mind to be creating at any given time or place. I feel that it is a process that just happens, and the mind remains creative because it wanders!
Hi Ajay,
Thanks for writing in. You are absolutely right. The mind does get creative when you leave it alone from stress and mundane matters. If you are interested in mastering your skills as a poet, there are many online courses and websites that publish works from new, aspiring artists. Interacting with them may bring out another side of your personality. You may never know how talented you really are unless you explore it amongst others.
Good luck :)