I found this section to be a bit too repetitive for me to really get all that interested or excited about. It seems the things we have been learning to do, take breaks, develop the habit of writing, prepare outlines, etc. are Boice's steps to cure any and all writing problems.
However, as a binge writer, I did appreciate rule #12. The idea of staying in touch with ongoing works each and everyday to stay familiar and continue the personal conversation with the work seems to be a great way to stay focused and generate new ideas on what could feel like a dull writing. Seeing as we have been attempting to incorporate most of these ideas already, I feel strongly that this is the one I should try the hardest to form as a habit, instead of giving it the old college try.
Andrew,
ReplyDeleteI read a the first line of your post before beginning my own writing and reflection of Boice and agree with the thought that there was a familiarity to what was written.
I'm glad the daily "staying in touch" step resonates with you! Maybe not trying too hard to form this habit - as it may fall through, according to Minsky's Law.
Thanks for sharing!