Skip to content

36 Comments

  1. Tamara Narayan
    October 13, 2017 @ 16:00

    I’ve often had trouble focussing on writing, but reading has always been possible, thankfully. I don’t know what would happen if that became a problem.

    Reply

  2. jmh
    October 13, 2017 @ 12:04

    Sorry to hear you’re struggling. Have you ever tried the Pomodoro Method? Sometimes it really helps people who have difficulty focusing. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pomodoro_Technique

    Hope next month is better for you!

    Reply

  3. Mary Aalgaard
    October 11, 2017 @ 05:38

    Are you writing a time/crime thriller? I think I might try it and see what I come up with. Take one day at a time. You’ll get done what needs doing.

    Reply

    • admin2
      October 11, 2017 @ 16:22

      No paranormal fantasy adventure. Thank you.

      Reply

  4. C.D. Gallant-King
    October 6, 2017 @ 07:33

    I have a terrible attention span myself. Often I’m right in the middle of writing somet

    IWSG October

    Reply

    • admin2
      October 11, 2017 @ 16:22

      LOL, yeah hate it when that happens.

      Reply

  5. Lynda R Young
    October 5, 2017 @ 17:53

    We can’t help but put parts of ourselves into our writing. And sometimes it sneaks in unintentionally.

    Reply

    • admin2
      October 11, 2017 @ 16:23

      So true.

      Reply

  6. Gwen Gardner
    October 5, 2017 @ 14:21

    I struggle with attention span too. It’s no wonder with all the stuff going on in the world. We’re all so connected to everything that’s happening because of social media so it’s a constant bombardment. And then there’s your own life as well. It’s a lot to take on! Sometimes you just gotta take a step back. Keep on keepin’ on, Juneta!

    Reply

    • admin2
      October 11, 2017 @ 16:24

      Thank you.

      Reply

  7. Madeline Mora-Summonte
    October 5, 2017 @ 11:38

    Hang in there, Juneta! You’ll find your calm, your focus again.

    Reply

    • admin2
      October 11, 2017 @ 16:25

      Thank you.

      Reply

  8. Victoria Marie Lees
    October 5, 2017 @ 07:59

    Oh, Wow Juneta! I’m having LOTS of trouble focusing, too. Yikes! I’m trying to find time to take baby steps forward. It’s soo tough. Breathe, my dear. You can do this. Go outside and let the sunshine fill you up. That’s what I do.

    Reply

    • admin2
      October 11, 2017 @ 16:26

      Good advice. Thank you.

      Reply

  9. Patsy
    October 5, 2017 @ 00:05

    I’m the same. My characters aren’t me, they’re someone else and I enjoy learning about them and seeing things through their eyes.

    Reply

    • admin2
      October 11, 2017 @ 16:27

      Ditto.

      Reply

  10. Renee
    October 4, 2017 @ 19:21

    I know all about focusing issues. I almost always have brain fog issues lately which makes focusing nearly impossible. Every time I try to focus on something, my brain shuts down. The BeemGee thing I posted about is really helping (with the writing side of things anyway). Maybe you should check that out.

    Reply

    • admin2
      October 11, 2017 @ 16:30

      I’ll check it out. Sounds interesting. I found a program StoryShop by Sean Platt, Johnny Truant and Dave Wright I am trying and really like.

      Reply

      • Renee
        October 16, 2017 @ 22:42

        I’ll check that one out as well. It certainly can’t hurt! 😀

        Reply

  11. Olga Godim
    October 4, 2017 @ 17:16

    “Letting my characters explore the unknown and unfamiliar is a lot less scary than doing it in my real life. It is also a lot more fun no matter the results.” – yes, that’s why we all write stories, isn’t it?
    Did you talk to your doctor about your attention span problem? It might be medical and easily fixed with the right medication.

    Reply

  12. chemistken
    October 4, 2017 @ 15:52

    Sorry to hear you’re having problems with attention span. It’s hard enough to be a writer without self-imposed difficulties. Take a little break and see if you’re refreshed when you return. Good luck.

    Reply

  13. Toi Thomas
    October 4, 2017 @ 14:42

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. I like how you describe writing in a fashion that matches what you like to read. I hope your focus comes back soon.

    Reply

  14. cheriereich
    October 4, 2017 @ 13:36

    I think it’s hard to divorce ourselves completely from our characters and writing. I’ve been finding it harder to focus. With so much going on in the world, it’s sometimes hard to tune that out and focus on what we enjoy/want/need to do. In the past, working with timers has helped me focus. Even a few minutes is better than none. 🙂

    Reply

  15. cluculzwriter
    October 4, 2017 @ 13:21

    It seems 2017 has been a difficult time for a lot of writers. Hope things pick up soon, Juneta. Cheering for you.

    Reply

  16. patgarcia
    October 4, 2017 @ 11:34

    I thought I had missed the page for comments. Then I kept scrolling down and found it. Juneta, being overwhelmed is sometimes haunting. At least, it is for me. When it happens, I usually go to my favourite cafe, alone, with my iPad and start writing in my journal, jotting down my emotions and whatever else comes into my mind. I don’t try to make sense of it. I just write. Maybe that will help you. When we found ourselves in a labyrinth, we have to sometimes walk until we see a light at the end of the tunnel.
    Thinking positive thoughts of you.
    Shalom aleichem,
    Pat G @ EverythingMustChange

    Reply

  17. ChrysFey
    October 4, 2017 @ 10:10

    I was really struggling with my attention span most of this year, but for me it was a symptom of depression.

    I give my characters a lot…my past, my likes and dislikes, and more.

    Reply

  18. Loni Townsend
    October 4, 2017 @ 09:31

    I tend to struggle with focus a lot, as my creativity rolls in like waves. Sometimes I’ll be distracted by art, other times it’ll be a sewing project, or a website plan. I hope you get your focus back and you find yourself passionate for your loves writing and reading again.

    Reply

  19. Rhonda Strong Gilmour
    October 4, 2017 @ 08:48

    Hi, Juneta. Thanks for the reminder about the upcoming competition. I wish you peace and a calming of the overwhelm storm.

    Reply

  20. emaginette
    October 4, 2017 @ 07:15

    I think many of us struggle with mental well being. Watching the news is enough to bring anyone down. I’ve always believed that getting my words down purged me of emotion. I write as much for my mental health as I do to entertain my readers. No doubt sharing perspective can do the same. 🙂

    Anna from elements of emaginette

    Reply

  21. Alex J. Cavanaugh (@AlexJCavanaugh)
    October 4, 2017 @ 06:36

    Little bits of us tend to end up in our characters.
    I like the new set up for your blog posts. Classy!

    Reply

  22. Christine Rains (@CRainsWriter)
    October 4, 2017 @ 06:16

    Definitely many of my perceptions get put into my stories. I sometimes think we can’t help it. I go through phases where I can’t concentrate on things. Hopefully your focus will come back very soon!

    Reply

  23. J.Q. Rose
    October 4, 2017 @ 05:24

    Hi Juneta, I hope you can find peace among the overwhelm. When I am freaking out about all the things needing to be done, I just remember the old adage, “Eat an elephant one bite at a time.” Breaking down the huge overwhelm into small doable tasks really helps me and I feel so good when I get each task completed. Hugs.
    JQ Rose

    Reply

  24. raimeygallant
    October 4, 2017 @ 05:13

    My attention span is also a little off lately. I’m traveling right now, so it could be museum overload. Too much trivia in my brain at the moment? At least, I hope that’s it, what with Nanowrimo coming up. I’ll need my focus back, pretty please. 🙂 http://www.raimeygallant.com

    Reply

  25. miladyronel
    October 4, 2017 @ 02:21

    I’ve found that doing yoga again – meditation and all – has really helped me to focus. “Every Body Yoga” by Jessamyn Stanley has been a great help. Good luck!

    Reply

  26. Angela Wooldridge
    October 4, 2017 @ 02:21

    Hey Juneta! Good luck with your search for calm & peace 🙂
    Hugs!
    A xx

    Reply

  27. Reprobate Typewriter
    October 4, 2017 @ 02:11

    I’m like you. I really avoid putting in personal information, but I think my characters share a lot of my emotions and hobbies. Things that interest me get in the stories all the time.

    Reply

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

close

Enjoy this blog? Please spread the word :)

Follow

Get the latest posts delivered to your mailbox: