I love fiction. I love stories. In fact, I get a buzz from it. Reading it, watching it, and thinking about it. All this came can come even from a 30 second advertisement. I mean, I feel in a foggy state whenever I finish a great movie or a book. And after one book or movie, I just want MORE.
So, as mechanical and silly as it seems, I try to pace myself. I reward myself with bits of fiction for doing the things I know I should be doing. Twenty minutes of getting ready for the day followed by one song. Ten minutes of work before I check my blog stats. When I do this, I am actually happier because I’m getting the real work done and I can enjoy the fun without guilt.
So, as mechanical and silly as it seems, I try to pace myself. I reward myself with bits of fiction for doing the things I know I should be doing. Twenty minutes of getting ready for the day followed by one song. Ten minutes of work before I check my blog stats. When I do this, I am actually happier because I’m getting the real work done and I can enjoy the fun without guilt.
