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Okay, so I've writing these stories for some time and I really want to complete them! But I'm starting to lose interest in writing them. Not the story in general, but just the writing seems almost boring. I've tried taking breaks, giving my thoughts rest, and so on, but whenever I feel like I need to write them again, my heart just isn't in it.
Any suggestions???
 Firewriter posted over a year ago
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Soranaru said:
When you write, write consistently, not because you want to, but because you have to. Make it a habit, and set a deadline for that story. But you shouldn't spend more than 5 hours writing, and make sure you do other things at the same time. I enjoy reading, drawing and learning other languages so I do that. If you follow a schedule, you'll be done with the story in no time, so you won't have to worry about being tired of it.

I have to say though, putting a story on hold for an indefinite time is not very advisable. All writers eventually get tired of writing, even though they love it, but stopping should never be an option. Good luck with your story!
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When you write, write consistently, not because you want to, but because you have to. Make it a habit, and set a deadline for that story. But you shouldn't spend more than 5 hours writing, and make sure you do other things at the same time. I enjoy reading, drawing and learning other languages so I do that. If you follow a schedule, you'll be done with the story in no time, so you won't have to worry about being tired of it.

I have to say though, putting a story on hold for an indefinite time is not very advisable. All writers eventually get tired of writing, even though they love it, but stopping should never be an option. Good luck with your story!
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Thank you so much!
Firewriter posted over a year ago
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^ That picture of Chocolat is so cuuute~ <3
Karoii-chan posted over a year ago
WritingBookWorm said:
The previous answers are really good suggestions as well, but here is what I often do:

I get to know my characters better. I often make a list of their main personality traits, appearance traits etc. Sometimes, I even try to draw what I think they'll look at (even though I'm horrible at drawing.) I think that if you don't know your characters really REALLY well, is makes it really hard to write.

Good Luck!
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^ Yes, exactly! Nice suggestion. =)
Karoii-chan posted over a year ago
kingcesar67 said:
The only thing stopping me is the fact that i don't get enough time. When i have the same feelings you're describing i usually constantly think of things for the story( plot, characters, ect....)
I highly doubt this will help but I'll be honest with you and say that this works for me and i hope it helps you.
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thanks Cesar
Firewriter posted over a year ago
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No problem Nani
kingcesar67 posted over a year ago
Karoii-chan said:
Hey there!

... Hmm, it seems to me like you need another hobby to balance out those excessive writing sprees. I get bored a lot as well, especially when getting down and dirty to write my filler drabbles (-__-") and you really can get sick of too much writing or typing. Try to pursue another interest for a certain time period (drawing, gardening, reading, etc.) and then see if your writing passions rekindle again. You could even abstain from every hobby that requires using hands (to not remind you of writing/typing for a while) and practice something like football (feet need attention too! xD).

Or you could try to get help from a close friend, who knows about your stories and is honestly eager to assist you, then there are chances of dividing the work and getting less bored. I hope this helped... I can't describe it properly, I apologize. =P
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Hey there! 

... Hmm, it seems to me like you need another hobby to balance out those excessive writing sprees. I get bored a lot as well, especially when getting down and dirty to write my filler drabbles (-__-") and you really can get sick of too much writing or typing. Try to pursue another interest for a certain time period (drawing, gardening, reading, etc.) and then see if your writing passions rekindle again. You could even abstain from every hobby that requires using hands (to not remind you of writing/typing for a while) and practice something like football (feet need attention too! xD).

Or you could try to get help from a close friend, who knows about your stories and is honestly eager to assist you, then there are chances of dividing the work and getting less bored. I hope this helped... I can't describe it properly, I apologize.  =P
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Thank you! This might actually work!
Firewriter posted over a year ago
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Don't mention it! You could also try doing something you hate/think is boring, so that you'll eventually get sick of it and writing will seem interesting again. =0
Karoii-chan posted over a year ago
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Great idea!
Firewriter posted over a year ago
writer67 said:
seems like your always trying to outdo yourself, and as a creator it has to be perfection. you will accept nothing else. hmmmm.
hows the drawing.. sketching,, the rough copies of templations" (templates)'.
seams like someone needs a holiday.
so leave , but secure and allow ur creation some space from u.
take blank book or pad with u.
on holiday write not from the front.
start from the back, or the centre, or upside down.
u need to find your heart again.
but u must get away.
get amidst the creation of the one God. awe at its wonders, your part of it . unfortunately u cant do it in seven days as ud burnt out or lose interest.
hope this all helps,
I will have to ask for the usuall fee of one prop,
so if u could find your way to the payment window, to finish with your wish*.
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