Oct 29 2008
Novel Ideas: Catch the Early Morning Inspiration
Lately, I’ve become more and more certain that my most creative times happen first thing in the morning.
As soon as my cup of steaming hot coffee is poured and my laptop is fired up, I can write for a couple of hours without hitting the wall (that is, without having to start organizing breakfasts and ironing shirts and making lunches…). The house is absolutely silent, pale light streaming through window illuminating my writing place, the computer fans ever-so-gently warming my legs…. and now burning them… But oh, it’s a great time to write.
I’ve had a few evenings alone at home recently, and I was so looking forward to the peace and quiet I needed to write. Funny thing was, I felt completely uninspired. I started to think I would never finish this novel. I don’t think I wrote more than a handful of words.
But this morning, here I am again, fresh and ready with a mindful of ideas bursting to be typed.
So, I’m ready to accept it. I’m officially a morning person (only with writing—don’t expect any pancake breakfasts).
What time of day do you feel most inspired to write?
Mornings are my favourite time. A new world to be conquered. The end of the day is another story. Defeated again, but only until tomorrow morning.
I love to write free-flow in the mornings. Try it! You’ll be amazed what comes out. The rule is that there are no rules. You write…non stop…don’t think…don’t plan….write!
Write anything that pops into your brain. It’s an amazing experience. Your subconscious brings thoughts, hopes, dreams, issues and solutions you didn’t know were there. Write nonstop for 10 minutes, then go back and read. I would love to know what you learn from the experience. Will you try it?