So, how do I get my muse back?
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Submitted by Joanne on Sun, 08/15/2010 - 16:58.
I've been reading comments and emails about some of the stories I've written and, as a result, I feel horribly guilty. Where did my muse go?
I'm not even remotely the first author to lose their muse mid-stride. Heck, I probably don't appear in the first several million. Some never get it back, I suppose, but many do. The question is how?
First, I kind of figured my re-kindled interest in photography would help with that. It is, after all, an artistic endeavour, but it hasn't really. In fact, many who know me personally might argue that it has consumed me! Still, I can't ignore the sheer pleasure of holding the camera and making the shot, it's an odd ego trip in a strange sort of way.
So, if being artistic isn't doing it, what will do it? I don't have an answer. Maybe you do? I'd love to hear some suggestions on breaking this block I have. Perhaps, if any work, I could pass them on to Maggie Finson so that she finishes the Morgana tale... :) Okay, it's a bribe, but I need something.
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Finding Your Muse
When I've had problems writing, I've always found that there are several ways to improve my ability to come up with ideas and continue on.
1. No matter where I'm at in a story, have a brainstorming session of things that I might like to put in if I continue and do a new outline. This can help me to get back into the right mindset for the story.
2. Work on something else! As odd as it might sound, working on something that is noncritical can help you get the brain cells working and before you know it, you'll be hammering on the keys like there's no tomorrow!
3. Reread your own work. I know, I know, it sounds stupid, but sometimes being reminded of how good your own stuff is -- or in my case how bad -- can be all it takes to make you want to write more and inspire you. Noticing your own turns of phrase, or bits of creativity that you've forgotten you came up with, can be very helpful.
Melanie E.