tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post5678698141653014941..comments2024-03-12T18:52:31.920-04:00Comments on Write with Fey: Writer's Burnout Part 8 (Alternative Hobby) Chrys Feyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comBlogger86125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-56702841902987708742019-06-06T11:58:29.393-04:002019-06-06T11:58:29.393-04:00I used to write song lyrics, too. It's been ye...I used to write song lyrics, too. It's been years, but I've been wanting to get back in to it. Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-46291517959747811632019-06-06T11:57:59.011-04:002019-06-06T11:57:59.011-04:00I can see how gaming would spark ideas. :)I can see how gaming would spark ideas. :)Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-83297224919189060992019-06-06T11:55:55.585-04:002019-06-06T11:55:55.585-04:00I take pictures and just share them on Instagram. ...I take pictures and just share them on Instagram. lol<br /><br />Watercools. What fun! I wish I had a knack for watercolors.Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-16306548586443689542019-05-14T10:06:02.110-04:002019-05-14T10:06:02.110-04:00Fantastic tips. Yes, sometimes all we can do is st...Fantastic tips. Yes, sometimes all we can do is step away and try something else for a while. I game with friends and that sparks all sorts of ideas.Christine Rainshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08263694662585963900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-89596715695652671572019-05-13T15:39:26.383-04:002019-05-13T15:39:26.383-04:00I don't really have any other hobbies any more...I don't really have any other hobbies any more, so I need to reinvest in that. I did enjoy writing (very bad) song lyrics when I was younger, and even wrote a couple of poems recently. I totally see how it could spark off something that would help with a writing project you're stuck on.Nick Wilfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03841776353790635132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-56914057355703009292019-05-09T21:50:55.195-04:002019-05-09T21:50:55.195-04:00I do a fair bit of photography, which would be a n...I do a fair bit of photography, which would be a nice diversion from writing if it weren't that it takes an immense amount of time. I'm not willing to just take pictures and put them all in an album and carry on. I have to edit and curate them until the collection doesn't embarrass me. <br /><br />Maybe I need to resume my watercolors. I can't delude myself into thinking any of that will ever be art :DRebecca M. Douglasshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07260530063164127746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-38290957291084722932019-05-06T16:58:34.058-04:002019-05-06T16:58:34.058-04:00A day out with Mom can be just the ticket. I like ...A day out with Mom can be just the ticket. I like to bring my mom to the flea market or to even Goodwill or thrift stores. It's nice to get out. :)Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-22848207098710904262019-05-06T16:57:23.935-04:002019-05-06T16:57:23.935-04:00Walking is a great way to free our minds, relax, a...Walking is a great way to free our minds, relax, and even get ideas. It's a great thing to do. :)Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-4241820491183032802019-05-06T16:56:47.120-04:002019-05-06T16:56:47.120-04:00A sunset cruise sounds lovely. A sunset cruise sounds lovely. Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-53685131618538802012019-05-06T16:54:04.813-04:002019-05-06T16:54:04.813-04:00A new skill each year? That's an interesting g...A new skill each year? That's an interesting goal/idea. I like it!Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-85397296711577311122019-05-06T16:53:39.577-04:002019-05-06T16:53:39.577-04:00It took me many months, too. It is tough.
I alway...It took me many months, too. It is tough.<br /><br />I always wanted to learn to play the violin, but not I want to learn how to play the cello.Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-76739179315989138142019-05-06T16:50:35.598-04:002019-05-06T16:50:35.598-04:00You don't need a new one. If you have plenty, ...You don't need a new one. If you have plenty, use one of those to help you from sinking into burnout. Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-9631376070751911362019-05-06T16:50:03.948-04:002019-05-06T16:50:03.948-04:00Writing is my favorite pastime, too...when I have ...Writing is my favorite pastime, too...when I have time to write. *sigh*Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-55960172495788256512019-05-06T16:49:37.345-04:002019-05-06T16:49:37.345-04:00Of course! I try to visit your blog on very IWSG D...Of course! I try to visit your blog on very IWSG Day. :)Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-19749056440868828122019-05-06T16:48:48.067-04:002019-05-06T16:48:48.067-04:00That's great! Enjoy the biographies and your d...That's great! Enjoy the biographies and your drawing time. :)Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-4642381570569965562019-05-06T16:48:26.881-04:002019-05-06T16:48:26.881-04:00Yup, you'd have to have excellent aim for that...Yup, you'd have to have excellent aim for that one.Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-35349778551505928202019-05-06T16:44:44.772-04:002019-05-06T16:44:44.772-04:00I like to bake. :)I like to bake. :)Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-64244056985715928172019-05-06T16:44:27.261-04:002019-05-06T16:44:27.261-04:00Jigsaw puzzles are perfect!Jigsaw puzzles are perfect!Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-33236076996185384622019-05-06T16:44:08.829-04:002019-05-06T16:44:08.829-04:00That sounds like a fun creative outlet for writers...That sounds like a fun creative outlet for writers!Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-7865474381602498082019-05-06T16:43:50.858-04:002019-05-06T16:43:50.858-04:00I was in denial for a while until it really struck...I was in denial for a while until it really struck me that...yup, I'm burned out. Big time. Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-57173857268560323972019-05-06T16:43:14.821-04:002019-05-06T16:43:14.821-04:00It's just like normal burnout (job burnout or ...It's just like normal burnout (job burnout or athlete's burnout), but this is related towards writers. Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-72803180883598601642019-05-06T16:42:25.443-04:002019-05-06T16:42:25.443-04:00Yes, shifting out concentration from one hobby to ...Yes, shifting out concentration from one hobby to another can rekindle our passion for another. Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-10651703909443044442019-05-06T16:35:56.694-04:002019-05-06T16:35:56.694-04:00I always wished I could be a runner. I envy those ...I always wished I could be a runner. I envy those who are. :)Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-44747936865529897622019-05-06T16:35:35.806-04:002019-05-06T16:35:35.806-04:00The Cat won't throw an axe?The Cat won't throw an axe?Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9133489888936435050.post-4034565922704966362019-05-06T16:35:14.618-04:002019-05-06T16:35:14.618-04:00Sunshine (vitamin D) and a new activity are great ...Sunshine (vitamin D) and a new activity are great pick-me-ups.Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.com