Sep. 4th, 2003
Battle plan
Sep. 4th, 2003 06:46 pmOkay, I wasted most of the day. The problem is, I drift out of bed onto my computer and before I know it the clock says 10 or 11. Mostly I have been finishing my writing sessions around 3, then I don't feel motivated to start anything else.
Today was even worse: by the time I got home from my walk it was lunch time and I never arrived at my desk. Not writing makes me feel like I'm wasting my life. Writing keeps me focused and gives me a sense of accomplishment.
It's no cause for despair. I'm happier than ever with my life, but changes are still necessary, one step at a time. I have been building self-confidence. I have to ride the crest of the wave. I hope it lasts a while.
My ideal day:
On gym days, the workout will replace my walk. I'll get home by 10:30 and write for three hours.
Even if I don't have anything else to do, I will take Sundays off from writing and job hunting.
I have to get serious about this.
Today was even worse: by the time I got home from my walk it was lunch time and I never arrived at my desk. Not writing makes me feel like I'm wasting my life. Writing keeps me focused and gives me a sense of accomplishment.
It's no cause for despair. I'm happier than ever with my life, but changes are still necessary, one step at a time. I have been building self-confidence. I have to ride the crest of the wave. I hope it lasts a while.
My ideal day:
0700: Shower and breakfast.
0800: Walk
0900: Writing at my desk.
1200: Lunch.
1230: Time to pound the pavement. Looking for a part-time job (or full-time, shudder). Researching story ideas. Sending query letters to publications. Even looking for a venue to display some of my drawings. Anything with the potential to generate income.
1700: If I have accomplished anything, I can afford to relax. I can visit LJ, respond to friendly email and still have time for a social life later in the evening.
On gym days, the workout will replace my walk. I'll get home by 10:30 and write for three hours.
Even if I don't have anything else to do, I will take Sundays off from writing and job hunting.
I have to get serious about this.


