“I like myself better when I'm writing regularly.”
~ Willie Nelson
~ Willie Nelson
It never ceases to amaze how writing ebbs and flows. There are times when the words pour out like water, and there are times when I just don't even want to think about them. I agree with Willie, though: I like myself a lot better when I'm being productive!
What makes you like yourself better?
I'm always amazed at how good I feel when I write though there are definitely ebbs in when I don't do it at all. But because I'm working on my blog at those times, I don't feel bad. Because I am being productive. Great quote by Willie Nelson. Thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteOh, definitely! There's a bleak unhappiness that comes with NOT writing. I rarely have a time when I'm not writing these days, but there are certainly times I'm *not feeling it* and they are very depressing.
ReplyDeleteLove this! I like myself better when I am productive too...when I get done what I set out to do. I hear you about the ebbs and flows. The last couple days I have been a bit stuck but I know that will unwind and the words will come. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteI like myself better when I'm productive. It feels so good!
ReplyDeleteThe a great quote! I like myself better when I'm writing, too. I feel inspired and creative, happy to be productive.
ReplyDeleteWell I like you! Yay!!
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I don't know that I every like myself better or less, but I sure do have strong and moving moods that profoundly affect the quality and quantity of my writing.
ReplyDeleteI like myself better when I do something for someone else, and when I finish mowing our HUGE yard.
ReplyDeleteAwesome quote. Love him.
ReplyDeleteI like myself better when I've taken breaks in my day to center myself.
Definitely agreed! Big Like. And today is a writing today, which means the longer I put off my designated work the less I like myself.
ReplyDeleteFor sure! I notice a huge change in my day to day life when I'm writing something I love. I'm happier, less grouchy about things I can't change, and just plain in a better mood.
ReplyDeleteEditing, however, tends to suck the life out of me...
I like it when I'm more productive too. Wow, I never thought I'd agree with Willie Nelson.
ReplyDeleteMe too! I'm usually less anxious when I'm writing, although my house is usually messier, too. It's an odd dichotomy.
ReplyDeleteALSO, how did I miss you were agented now????? I just read your sidebar and saw the news. Congratulations, Shannon!!! I didn't already know this already, did I? I swear, I don't know where my brain is half the time. Well, I'm thrilled for you!
ReplyDeleteI like myself better when i can stick to a diet plan.
ReplyDeleteGreat quote!! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI agree!!! I just finished my "sketchbook friday" drawing, and I was kind of dragging. I finished and feel so much better . . . kind of like sparks are flying out of my fingers.
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Willie Nelson said that??? Amazing. You're so right about the way the writing muse moves, but I like myself when I'm writing, too~ :D Thanks, Shannon
ReplyDeleteI'm the same way! Nothing beats the feeling I get after a day of really great writing. (But don't talk to me on the days the words just won't come. I'm a lot less fun on those days.)
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree with that quote. :)
ReplyDeleteYes, absolutely! Even when I don't feel like writing, I never regret it when I make myself sit down and increase my word count. It feels so good to be productive and do what you're supposed to!
ReplyDeleteHa, amazing quote! I definitely like myself better when I'm writing. I feel productive and creative and free. :)
ReplyDeleteWho knew that Willie was so insightful? :) Have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteDitto! I'm happiest when I'm writing (or doing anything creative). :D
ReplyDeletehi miss shannon! for sure im just real happy when im writing but lots of other stuff makes me happy too like coming to your blog and for sure mgm posts get me smiling.
ReplyDeletei hope you have a happy and fun weekend.
...big hugs from lenny
Great quote. I like myself when I'm getting things accomplished. Should probably also say I like myself when I'm sticking to a healthy eating/exercising plan. Have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteMe too! I went through a difficult period a couple of months ago, and I was miserable. I'm glad I'm writing again and moving forward.
ReplyDeleteGreat post Shannon! Such a wonderful idea. I know someones already said it, but I like myself when I'm productive. :)
ReplyDeleteNew to your blog - keep up the great posts! :)
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I like myself better when I don't procrastinate in tasks I don't want to do and instead tackle them head on and move on. It's funny--there are a lot of little things that don't take much time to do, yet I avoid doing them. It's stupid really, so I feel good when I just get er done!
ReplyDeletehappy weekend, Shannon! Hope everything is going great with you and your writing!
Being productive definitely helps. On that note, I think I'll get to writing. ;) Thanks for the motivation.
ReplyDeleteI like myself when I write regularly too. It's like exercising. Why do we ever stop when we feel and look so much better?
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