Avoid a Winter Weather Writing Funk
Posted: January 02, 2018
Shorter days, colder weather and oftentimes general dreariness can make winter a tough time for writers. Add these factors to the first few days after the holiday hustle and bustle, and it can really be hard to keep producing content. The good news is that most of the time a few simple shake ups in your normal routing can get you out of a writing funk and back on track.
Kristen Pope, writer for The Write Life, shares seven tips for freelance writers to avoid a winter funk.
Late fall and early winter can be some of the dreariest times of year.
Short days and miserable weather make it easy to get trapped in a freelancer funk. Why leave the house when it’s 35 degrees and sleeting sideways?
There are plenty of ways to reinvigorate yourself and stay on track despite the season. These techniques can help you get out of the house and back into your freelance routines and rhythms no matter the weather.
Of course, if you’re suffering from more than a minor case of the dreary weather blues, be sure to seek professional help.
1. Get coffee with a friend
When the weather’s awful, it’s very tempting to stay inside, snuggle your pets and avoid human interaction. But getting out and spending time with loved ones is a great way to fight the dreary weather blues.
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