Hello everyone, I hope all is well with you. I’m back today after a busy week of writing, work, and kids. My new WIP is going strong and I’m looking forward to the finished product. 😊
But enough about that. Today, I want to talk about keeping the balance in your life. It’s hard when you’re juggling family, work, friends, maintaining your health, and writing. I find when I’m in the zone (writing) I have a tendency to not eat as healthy as I normally would, and I have no problem skipping a run or workout to move my story forward.
But this response to my writing isn’t good for my health. I can’t skip too many runs, or I’ll start gaining weight, and we all know it’s easier to eat junk food instead of taking the time to prepare a healthy meal, and that leads to weight gain, too. When I catch myself falling into this routine, I have to force myself to take the time to run and prepare healthy meals.
I used to struggle with this, but I’ve been able to maintain my routine by establishing writing goals. I set a goal for one thousand words a day. So, when I reach one thousand words then I know it’s time to go for my run or start dinner. 😊
It satisfies the urge I have to write without being destructive to my health. I have time to exercise and prepare healthy meals. I must say this type of routine has been working wonders for me. I’ve been able to lose weight and keep it off. I’m excited about that. The exercise is a great mood booster and helps with my creativity as well.
So, that’s how I maintain my balance, by setting realistic goals with my writing and exercise routines. How about you? How do you maintain your balance? Leave a comment. I’d love to hear from you.
Ooh, I like this technique. I’ll have to try it. I’ve been attempting to lose some quarantine weight and build muscle, but junk food is so enticing.
It is! And it tastes so good, too. 😉 But I’ve been sticking to a low carb diet and it’s really been working.
Good to know you are on the plan. Great going, Lisa. Staying healthy is vital.
Thanks, Arv! I appreciate you stopping by and sharing your thoughts! 🙂
Right! We can’t write if we’re sick. And the junk sure does taste good but it often makes me feel pretty lazy about getting to my WIP. I still don’t exercise enough, but my dog makes sure I get out for a walk, anyway, and usually a play in the backyard too. It’s something–even on my busiest days. I wish I could do 1,000 words a day. That’s wonderful. My work-work comes first (unfortunately) so many times my 1,000 words are for some university or hospital. Still, I think all writing improves our creative writing, so at least there’s that! I need to sell that first book ya know!?
Absolutely! I have total confidence that you will. It just takes forever sometimes. LOL!
That’s for sure!