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How does the author balance writing and other aspects of their life?

Sommer Strickler

Hey!

So I was reading this article the other day and it was about how authors balance writing and their personal life. It was really interesting and I wanted to share my thoughts with you on it.

The author of the article discussed how it's important to have a balance between writing and other aspects of your life. It's easy to get lost in writing and forget about everything else, but that's not healthy or sustainable in the long run. The author highlighted a few different strategies for finding this balance.

First, they talked about setting boundaries. This means being intentional about when you write and when you don't. Maybe you designate certain days of the week as writing days, or certain hours of the day as writing time. By doing this, you can make sure that writing doesn't completely take over your life.

Another strategy they discussed was finding ways to make writing fit into your life. For example, maybe you write during your lunch break at work, or while your kids are at school. By integrating it into your existing routine, writing becomes less of an "extra" thing that takes up all your time.

The author also emphasized the importance of self-care. Taking care of yourself physically and mentally is crucial for being able to write effectively. Making time for exercise, healthy eating, and relaxation can all contribute to a more balanced life.

Ultimately, the key takeaway from the article was that finding balance is a personal thing. What works for one person might not work for another. It's up to each author to figure out what strategies work best for them and their lifestyle.

As for me, I think finding balance is really important. When I first started writing, I became pretty obsessive about it and spent all my free time working on my manuscript. But over time, I realized that wasn't sustainable. I needed to take breaks and focus on other things, or I'd burn out.

Nowadays, I try to be more intentional about my writing schedule. I know that if I write for more than a few hours at a time, my brain gets fried and I become less productive. So I'll write for a few hours in the morning, take a break to do something else, and then come back to it later in the day.

I've also found that taking care of myself is really crucial. I try to exercise regularly and eat healthy foods. And sometimes I'll take a day off from writing altogether and just relax or do something fun.

So yeah, that's my take on how authors balance writing and other aspects of their lives. What do you think? Do you have any other strategies for finding balance? Would love to hear your thoughts.

Take care!