Are writing and drawing different versions of the same thing? Or are they two entirely different activities? Spend most of your writing time drawing and see what you think. Draw your thumb. In ink. So you aren't tempted to erase and make it perfect. Simply look at your thumb and make whatever marks (lines, scribbles, curves, dots) that the details of your thumb … [Read more...] about Thumb’s the Word
The Easy Ones
The mountains in front of us don't often escape our notice. You can blindly step over the molehills. Today when you write, focus on the molehills. Write about some of the things that are easy for you. Consider your skills and abilities or the tasks that you never procrastinate. Think about the effortless parts of your routine. What are your favorite foods and forms of … [Read more...] about The Easy Ones
The Old and the New
Divide your writing space into two relatively equal parts. Label one part "Old" and the other part "New." Set aside some space at the top for a title. Leave some space to draw or doodle, too if you like. In the "Old" part of the page, write about things that have been in your life for a long time. They can be objects or possessions. They could be attitudes, beliefs, or … [Read more...] about The Old and the New
Left and Right
Set up your page before you begin to write. Draw a line at the top where the title will go. If you want to set aside some space for drawing or doodling, put it in the middle. Then draw a line down the center of the page. Look directly to your left. On the left hand side of the page, write down some of the things that you see and make a comment about each one. Then look to … [Read more...] about Left and Right
Sensing the Silence
Do everything you can to create silence around yourself and in your mind. Turn off the music and the machines. Do whatever tricks you know to quiet your mind. Direct your awareness to your senses. Write about what they take in. Notice how even the most "boring" moment is filled with details. Ask yourself questions like, What are my knees doing? What is the tiniest thing I … [Read more...] about Sensing the Silence