I had thought to write to you today about whatever national day it is, but can you believe it's National Nothing Day? Seriously! Today was set aside as a day to not celebrate, honor, or observe anything.
Enjoy National Nothing Day!
I have a hard time doing nothing though, so I'd thought I share about my new perspective. Last year brought challenges none of us had ever experienced. We each handled them in our own way.
I was unable to focus for the longest time. I was easily distracted. Reading books took me even longer than normal because I couldn't focus. I turned to movies and television for my entertainment. That hasn't really changed much, but what has changed is my perspective.
I have decided enough is enough. I could no longer be aimless in my writing. I had to buckle down and accomplish something. The only way that would happen though was if I gave myself concrete deadlines. I did this by booking two book tours for my 2021 releases. I wrote 6,208 words this week! That's a huge leap from the 200-400 words a day I was struggling to write.
Deadlines are my friend. Who knew? Definitely not me.
What is one positive change you've made in your life recently?
From a young child Kimberly has been an avid reader. That love of reading fostered a creative mind and led to her passion for writing. She especially loves romance and writes romantic mystery and suspense.
Learn more about Kimberly and her books at https://kimberlyrjohnson.com/
Deadlines are my friend too, Kimberly. Happy writing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Magdalena. It's amazing what a deadline does. :)
DeleteI have decided not to worry about things I have no control over. Yes, I should have learned this LONG ago, but... :)
ReplyDeleteThat is such a hard lesson to learn! Wishing you the best, Donna.
DeleteOh Donna, if it were that easy to turn the worry off. It seems I worry MORE about things I can't control. LOL One of my goals for this year....
DeleteGlad you found a way to stop :D
I would also have a hard time doing nothing for a day.
ReplyDeleteIt's hard for sure!
DeleteI have to say, I have absolutely no problem doing nothing, if I get a chance. I used to own my own sewing alterations business. For 24 years, I was working 10 hours/day ( longer during prom and wedding season) + an hour drive each way between home and my shop. Then household chores.
ReplyDeleteI retired in June, 2019, and now I am "Grammie daycare" for 4-5 hours weekdays, and just read , sew, knit and crochet, and watch TV and social media
That's awesome! I wish I could relax like you. I think it's very cool that you had your own sewing alterations business. My grandma was a professional seamstress too. She made sure I knew how to sew, but I lack confidence, so I take my clothes to others to be altered.
DeleteI would say that my positive is staying positive. The News people seem to want us always in a tizzy. No more.
ReplyDeleteI love that, Lyn, and you're right, they do.
Delete2020 was hard for everyone, Kimberly. I'm so glad you've found something that works for you!
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