Today, I thought I’d share a peek into my own writing process and encourage you to embrace your unique way of creating.
I write while sitting on the floor. Everything I need—my laptop, reference books, scratch paper, writing utensils, tea tray, etc.—is spread out in a circle around me, sometimes two or three layers deep. It’s like a command center, and I feel powerful and able to execute any action quickly enough to keep up with my brain.
Play and Boundaries in the Writing Process
Perhaps being on the floor, versus at my desk, signals to me that it’s time to play, to make something, much in the same way I would get down on my knees as a child to build a Lego house for my action figures.
Perhaps the circles represent boundaries between the external world and my internal world, or the one I am creating for my characters. The salt has been laid for the ritual.
However, why I write while sitting on the floor is not all that important. What is important is that doing so works for me. I would love to sit in a nice comfy chair by a window with a nice view and not have aching knees, but for whatever reason, that’s not how I write best. I spent a lot of time trying to write that way before I discovered my method of writing while on the floor.
Finding What Works for You
Finding your personalized writing space is crucial for nurturing your creativity. Maybe standing at the kitchen counter or writing on a tablet while lying on the couch is your ideal setup. What matters is experimenting to find what helps you get into the flow. It’s not about what’s supposed to work but discovering what works for you.
I encourage you to break free from what you think you should do and listen to what actually works for you. Forget the rules or advice about where and how writers are supposed to work. Maybe you find your most creative self in the park, at a bustling café, or sitting on the floor like me. Writing is such a personal process, and figuring out what suits your style can lead to breakthroughs in your creative journey.
The point is simple: embrace your personal quirks when it comes to writing. Experiment with different environments and routines until you find the one that helps your creativity flow. Adjust and evolve as needed but stay true to what feels right for you.
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