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How Social Distancing May Foster Your Writing Process

How Social Distancing May Foster Your Writing Process

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April 24, 2020 By User Submitted Posts Leave a Comment

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Whether you are just starting out as a writer or you have previous experience, you are probably always looking for inspiration. Finding yourself in a situation where you have to spend days indoors can negatively affect your productivity. With social distancing taking place and becoming the new normal, you might need some new ways to find the motivation to write.

In reality, social distancing might be difficult for some but it can also help you become more focused on your writing. If you are wondering how you can achieve that, here are some ways through which self-isolating can help foster your writing process.

  • Thinking less while writing more

If you are someone who is always busy, staying at home might help you give your mind some time to relax. Overthinking and stressing out about your everyday life is not the most beneficial thing when it comes to writing.  In order for you to be able to be productive with your writing, you should try and be worry-free so you can be creative.

Having fewer things to worry about while staying at home can help you find more time to write where you can be stress-free. Find a spot in your house where you feel comfortable, grab your favorite beverage, and get to writing. You will not be able to find many days where you will have nothing else to think about.

  • Focusing on your emotions

The way you feel during this time of self-isolation can greatly reflect on your writing. Whether you are working on a long-term project or on shorter ones, you should be able to express what you feel through your work. You might be feeling lonely, sad, or even relieved to be at home and safe during the virus outbreak.

All your emotions can act as a motivator for you to express them and share them with those around you. Find the courage to write down everything that is on your mind. This can also help you get inspiration in the future, in times when you need to remind yourself of this difficult situation you experienced.

  • Finding the time to be creative

Writing does not always have to be about shaping your thoughts into words. While you are planning your next work, you can find new ways to shape your projects since you will have more free time. You can experiment with creating sketches of your thoughts or even using colors to split your plan into sections.

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No matter what comes to mind, being creative with your writing can help you be more productive and passionate about your projects. “Try using anything around you to enhance your writing, whether that is stickers or pieces of paper and you will find ways to inspire yourself”, suggests Lana Watts, a content creator for Studicus.

  • Writing whenever feels right to you

While you might have gotten used to working during a certain schedule normally, adapting to this new situation is important. Working from home and not having to meet up with other people during the day can give you a large window of time to write.

If you do not feel like writing first thing when you wake up, you do not have to force yourself. Take all of this free time as an opportunity to see when you are the most productive during the day. You might come to find that you are most productive at times when you would normally be around people. This can help you get to understand your productivity and motivation level and use it to your advantage in the future.

  • Working by your own rules (conclusion)

Outside of the quarantine, you might not have the entire day to devote to writing. Responsibilities usually never end and this might be the only time for you to work by your own standards. Writing whenever feels most comfortable for you is the key to making progress and finding the motivation to enjoy what you are doing.

 

About the Author:

Helene Cue is a professional content creator and editor for TrustMyPaper and GrabMyEssay. Helen has a strong passion for writing and she often likes to create guest content for platforms such as BestEssayEducation. This way, she is able to provide her readers with ways to overcome any issues they are facing. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and spending time with her close friends.

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