Stress Busting Techniques For Writers
October 1, 2008
Most people visualize that a writer’s life is so cushy. We sit, write and make money. Very few people will actually delve into a writer’s mind to find out the reality behind the idealistic façade.
But we as writers know how it is to live under constant pressure of acceptance, rejection and research. The influx of money is a constant battle of words versus good fortune. Besides writing, there are many other distractions and responsibilities that need to be attended to.
A writer’s stress level is as high as any person working in the corporate world. It is only the setup that gives the writer a casual look. We writers too need to handle time management to keep up with submission deadlines, juggle our personal life, keep a check on our diet and most importantly stick to an exercise regime.
Stress Busting Techniques For Writers
1) Plan your work weeks in advance. Jot down your schedule. This helps you to think clearly and acts as a reminder.
2) If you have personal commitments and know that you are going to pressed for time then don’t take extra workload. This will affect your reputation as a person who doesn’t keep their word. So if you cannot deliver, politely refuse the project.
3) Learn to relax with deep breathing exercise routines or listening to music. Many writers prefer to hear their favorite tune in the background while working.
4) Regular walks help to remove the mental blocks. A twenty minute walk will help to de-stress you and recharge the mind. Even a walk to the bathroom, will help you stretch your back muscles and give relief for few minutes.
5) Make sure you drink plenty of water. This not just hydrates the body but calms the tensed and agitated nerves.
6) Learn to find humor in silly things. Annoyance, irritations can be washed away by laughter. This will help release the bottled up emotions and help you relax.
We all have to learn to live with stress. But excessive stress affects not just the mind and body but also writing. Learning to eliminate some levels of stress is possible. So make sure you know how to calm down few minutes in a day to recharge the mind for higher productivity.
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