As we plunge into the holidays, which ever they may be, we spend a lot of time trying to fit in family activities and our projects go to the way side. Don't get me wrong, families are very important! But so is your writing. Here are a few ideas on how to sneak in a few minutes of writing in-between all the fun family activities, at least what has helped me.
1) The few minutes you are eating breakfast. Make sure to eat breakfast, of course, but take a notebook to the table. Think on your story ideas and jot down a few notes. If you are like some families, where everyone eats together, zone out for a few minutes and just think on ideas. Then after breakfast, jot them down quick. The same could work for lunch and dinner, even at work!
2) Ten minutes before bed, as things are winding down, jot down the ideas of the day or think on your story to relax your mind. Just because you don't write anything down doesn't mean you haven't been productive. Sometimes thinking on the story plot is just as important as the writing.
3)Tell the family you need a few minutes to yourself and dump out your ideas, (or some of them), before you forget them. Most families will understand the need. Creativity doesn't happen on a schedule.
4) Don't stress if you can't think of anything. This last one is important. With all the hustle and bustle going on during the holidays, it is understandable if you can't think on your story. Just remember to pick up the pen, (or keyboard), after the holidays. Don't give up on your dream.
Have a wonderful holiday season and good luck in the new year with your writing projects!
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