This is exquisitely written and digs deep into what I, and I suspect many others, have done and are doing to distract themselves from being stuck or discouraged for a moment or two when writing (or for that matter being involved in any other creative project.)
You've inspired me to move my iphone away from my writing desk and instead focus on the why - why do I need distraction, what's precipitated my need to be distracted? Is what I'm writing uncomfortable, sad, or does it engender feeling of loneliness or fear? Could I take a pause, sit and breathe, meditate for a few minutes, or go for a short brisk walk?
I'm paying closer attention to this insidious habit. Thanks. Dory
This is exquisitely written and digs deep into what I, and I suspect many others, have done and are doing to distract themselves from being stuck or discouraged for a moment or two when writing (or for that matter being involved in any other creative project.)
You've inspired me to move my iphone away from my writing desk and instead focus on the why - why do I need distraction, what's precipitated my need to be distracted? Is what I'm writing uncomfortable, sad, or does it engender feeling of loneliness or fear? Could I take a pause, sit and breathe, meditate for a few minutes, or go for a short brisk walk?
I'm paying closer attention to this insidious habit. Thanks. Dory
I'm paying closer attention too, Dory! It is partly simple addiction, which is difficult but not impossible to overcome....