Comfort in Your Writing Space

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I have had writing spaces all over my house. At first, I had this huge space down in the basement. I didn’t really do too well with my allergies. Then I had a smaller but still a decent-sized space in the basement, but this time it was in a partially finished room. It still bothered me to be down there, though. Then, for a very short time, I had a space in my daughter’s closet. She was much younger and at an age where I put her to sleep every night. The thing is, none of those spaces really stuck with me. Now, I just kind of write where I feel comfortable. Sometimes I want sunshine. Sometimes I want to write in the dark, and sometimes I want a public space with people and the scent of coffee.

What I’ve learned over the years is that the trick is to be comfortable enough to not be distracted by the physical world. Writing is internal. While the external world may bring you inspiration, it must be digested internally. Having a place where you can really think through complex thoughts is a place where you can produce something of substance. And that’s what works for me.

How about you? What’s important to you about your writing space?

Published by Jayne

Jayne is a writer. On her free time she likes to be with her family hiking outdoors and traveling. New England is her home and place of birth. When asked what she wants to teach the world she replied, "Don't stop searching. Too many times, in my old life, I put my search aside for more 'important matters.' I didn't realize the thing I was searching for held what was most important; my soul purpose." Jayne works daily on improving her craft and at times can get down on herself, but her favorite morning mantra is "It's a new day." and that's what she strives to start with.

4 thoughts on “Comfort in Your Writing Space”

  1. Insightful post! As far as writing spaces, I tend towards the spaces where inspiration drives me, and that could be anywhere. Could be in bed, in my living room chair, on the porch, outdoors under a tree, or waiting at the store for a ride home. As long as I have a notes app or pad to write in, I’m good.

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    1. That’s a good way to be. I’m inspired by this comment. The way you can just write anywhere is amazing. Seems like there’s always so many distractions in the world.

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  2. Same place it’s always been. It doesn’t really matter where it is, as long as I can be alone. After decades of self-discipline (years of zen-type practice on the flute)it’s easy for me to simply pop into the zone, as long as I have had an inspiration or a plan on proceeding. It’s important to realize that inspiration and writing are two different things. Take care!

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    1. Let me start by saying it’s awesome that you play the flute! And popping into the writing zone is a true flex. I don’t always have a plan or inspiration but I like both plans and inspiration very much.

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