Comments on: Writer's Wednesday : I've learned that…

By: Jameil

Jameil — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 03:17:56 +0000

Ooh! Good to know!

By: On a Limb w/ Claudia

On a Limb w/ Claudia — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:32:22 +0000

Brandi – What a great way to engage your kids and get inspired – great thinking!

Tami – What an interesting idea! I’d love to see what words are in your interesting word can. I bet there’s some cool stuff there.

Cajun Vegan – Whooo hoooo!! I’m excited to hear what works for you! Congratulations for taking the step to figure it out.

By: cajunvegan

cajunvegan — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:29:40 +0000

One of my goals for 2010 is to figure out what works for me. This post is one step in that direction. Thank you for continuing to inspire me.

By: Tami

Tami — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:25:40 +0000

When I was taking a poetry writing class, the instructor suggested getting a can, cutting a small slit in the top to fill it with words we find interesting. So, whenever we came across a word we loved, we were to write it on a slip of paper, and drop it in the can.

I’ve kept up with it ever since. I find words so interesting, as I’m sure all writers do. A single word can inspire a whole stream of thought and ideas. Of course, walking away from what you’re working on is always freeing as well.

Thank you Claudia for the definitions of inspiration. I had no idea one of them was breath or the act of breathing in. I find those descriptions very interesting. I’ve been told inspiration is your spirit guide whispering in your ear, and you actually “hearing” it, being tuned into it.

I guess it doesn’t matter what it is just so long as we all find it.

By: Brandi

Brandi — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:01:04 +0000

Exercise does it for me. I pop on the Wii Fit and challenge the kids to a run or an obstacle course game. By the time we’re done, I’m inspired and the kids are ready for a nap…both of which are equally beautiful results of the same activity. =)

By: On a limb with Claudia

On a limb with Claudia — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:40:09 +0000

Karin – Isn’t that interesting? The most commonly used definition is the 4th best. I’m glad to help get you kickstarted!

Iceel – What type of music works the best for you? I listen to a variety of music depending on what mood I’m in or what I’m writing.

By: lceel

lceel — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:27:04 +0000

Music. Music works for me. When I’m ready – when I feel the pressure – I find a tune on my iPod that suits the mood I want to write in and strap on the headphones and WRITE!!! Works every time.

By: Karin

Karin — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:41:43 +0000

Wow! 5 definitions for one word and most people (myself included) tend to focus on the 4th one as the only or best definition. I love the idea of a walking break when you can’t fund your inspiration or focus – it’s good for the body, mind and soul.

I’m so glad you’re doing Writer Wednesdays, it gives me a little kickstart every week!

By: On a limb with Claudia

On a limb with Claudia — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:17:50 +0000

Sheryl – “Not knowing what to write” – such a succinct way to put it. yes, that happens to me too!

Dana – I love the idea of breathing in spirit. I love the idea of puttering (washing dishes, etc) = conjuring. What a great metaphor.

TWMark – It’s in these comments that I see the poet in you. Not because they’re poetically written but because poets can sit down with the world on their shoulders and use it to create beauty. What a gift.

By: TWM

TWM — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:08:42 +0000

Actually the word breath in Hebrew is Nephesh which has been translated as soul not spirit. But then pilpul is not german to the question.

OG I just park my behind in the char and write. But then I have no necessary pressures to weigh on me. I will set a deadline for myself but in my mind I know there is no rush; no stress no pressure, no pressure no block.