I’ve kinda gotten a bit distant from this site and from roleplaying by extension, and honestly, I don’t like it. I want to write more. But I’m finding myself severely lacking in motivation.
So, does anyone have any Tips or Tricks™ to get back into something? Any and all advice is welcome.
So, does anyone have any Tips or Tricks™ to get back into something? Any and all advice is welcome.
Also, I think this would go on this forum, but if I’m wrong, please tell me. Thank.
I wouldn't worry, you're on the right forum!
I've gone through weeks and sometimes months at a time of not wanting to write or do anything RP-related, so though I can't help much I can at least relate with you on that.
Have you tried not thinking about the RP itself but the factors behind it? Maybe you don't have the motivation because of an annoying RP partner you've had that you reaaally wouldn't want to talk to again. Or maybe you like writing and RPing, but not the whole 'finding RP partners' deal or even the process of character creation. Or maybe you're too stressed out on IRL stuff to focus on RP stuff. Writer's block, even? Maybe there's a reason for your lack of motivation.
The only thing that's helped me snap out of moods like that is to block out any stress I might have, get a good night's rest, and set aside an afternoon or longer for RPing and other related activities so I won't have distractions, but who knows? I doubt there's a one-size-fits-all solution here.
Anyways, good luck with getting out of your mood! I wouldn't wish one of those on anyone I know.
(You also mentioned feeling distant from the site. Have you tried setting it as your home page or making a bookmark for it? I found the latter especially helpful.)
I've gone through weeks and sometimes months at a time of not wanting to write or do anything RP-related, so though I can't help much I can at least relate with you on that.
Have you tried not thinking about the RP itself but the factors behind it? Maybe you don't have the motivation because of an annoying RP partner you've had that you reaaally wouldn't want to talk to again. Or maybe you like writing and RPing, but not the whole 'finding RP partners' deal or even the process of character creation. Or maybe you're too stressed out on IRL stuff to focus on RP stuff. Writer's block, even? Maybe there's a reason for your lack of motivation.
The only thing that's helped me snap out of moods like that is to block out any stress I might have, get a good night's rest, and set aside an afternoon or longer for RPing and other related activities so I won't have distractions, but who knows? I doubt there's a one-size-fits-all solution here.
Anyways, good luck with getting out of your mood! I wouldn't wish one of those on anyone I know.
(You also mentioned feeling distant from the site. Have you tried setting it as your home page or making a bookmark for it? I found the latter especially helpful.)
We all suffer burnout from time to time. Unless you write for a living, I wouldn't force it. Motivation, inspiration, and a desire to write usually return in time. You may honestly just need a break.
Just write anyway, even if you don't feel motivated. It doesn't matter if it's 'good' or not. If you get into the habit of making yourself write every day, you'll find it easier to stay productive and write well most of the time. I got this advice from uni and it has really, really helped me out.
It's good to take breaks though, burnout is normal.
It's good to take breaks though, burnout is normal.
(The issue may have already been resolved, but posting anyway in hopes that this will help others as well!) This might be a weird way to get you back into writing, but I've found that this works:
Choose a topic. Any topic, even if it's super random. Then write about it. But here's the catch: you have a limit of 100 words. No more, no less. Exactly 100 words. I know it sounds stressful, but this for some weird reason helps. It forces your mind to think and get creative about how to make whatever you're writing work. I've found that after a few minutes of finishing, I can get right back into the swing of things; no hindrance at all!
Hope this helps!
Choose a topic. Any topic, even if it's super random. Then write about it. But here's the catch: you have a limit of 100 words. No more, no less. Exactly 100 words. I know it sounds stressful, but this for some weird reason helps. It forces your mind to think and get creative about how to make whatever you're writing work. I've found that after a few minutes of finishing, I can get right back into the swing of things; no hindrance at all!
Hope this helps!
Thank you everyone for the tips!
Even if some are a bit contradictory to each other, they are all appreciated.
Thanks again,
-Mel
Even if some are a bit contradictory to each other, they are all appreciated.
Thanks again,
-Mel
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