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Drama: November 02, 2022 Issue [#11625]




 This week: Ok! Maybe I am being dramatic.
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"I think “writer’s block” is a natural part of the creative process for almost all writers."
~ Jhumpa Lahiri

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Well, here we are! NaNoWriMo has begun and I continue to deal with a severe lack of creativity. I'm trying to avoid calling it 'writer's block' because, you know - mind over matter. What I have been doing is researching and trying to find ways to get inspired again. This week I will share a bit of what I've found and if you are feeling "creatively challenged", maybe they will help you!

*Idea* Find things to smile about!
          Don't overlook the little things that can make you happy or smile
          Smiling releases endorphins and that can make us feel better

*Idea* Observe People.
          Don't think of it as eavesdropping, let's call it research! Catch a snippet of a conversation and create your own scenario around it.
          Take take to observe body language and mannerisms.

*Idea* Collect words, phrases, ideas, and metaphors.
          I keep a notebook of things like this - collecting them has become a bit of an obsession, but I find it interesting.
          Here's one - Brumous (adj) of grey skies and winter days, filled with heavy clouds or fog; relating to winter/cold, sunless weather

*Idea* Read books outside of your comfort zone.
          If you've never read any historical fiction, biographies, or memoirs - consider it now.
          Reading outside your comfort zone can introduce you to new ideas, words, concepts, etc.

*Idea* Don't be afraid to ask "why" or "what if".
          Allow yourself to explore the 'why's' and 'what if's' and you might be surprised by the ideas that pop up

*Idea* Take time to focus on sensory details.
          Sight - take a look around and see what catches your eye. Try to look at it in a different way
          Hearing - Don't just focus on what people say, but listen to how they say it, for example
          Smell - concentrate on what emotions or memories an aroma might spark
          Taste - The next time you bite into your favorite food, close your eyes and concentrate on how it makes you feel
          Touch - Focus on the feeling of different textures can help with writing descriptions

*Idea* Listen to music.
          We all listen to music - most of the time it's just background noise to whatever activity we participating in
          Instead, sit quietly, close your eyes and really listen to the music. Allow yourself to experience it, feel it.



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