Rest is great for your creative process, even though it seems like it takes effort to make your mind rest sometimes. Yesterday, I was trying to research for the writing structure of a mystery/thriller and my body fought against me the entire time. This eventually led to Chinese food (door dash is ruining my life btw), watching streamers on Twitch play chess, grabbing some ice cream, and binging Locke & Key on Netflix. Around midnight, ideas came, character arcs developed, plot lines and timelines came together, the half-baked concepts became whole, and most importantly, the fact that I’ve been working on my novel series for a solid 10 years (starting with really rough drafts when I was 18), and it’s so damn close to becoming a tangible thing made me really fucking proud. Due to the meditations and divination sessions I’ve done recently, I’m getting better at releasing the “work yourself to death” ethic and the “if you didn’t reach your daily goal, you suck” mentality. Rest is important. It’s essential. It’s fucking necessary if you really want a clear perspective on your efforts and experience and see that although the work you’ve done is good, it’ll take a toll on you. Listen to your body and your mind so your soul can pour out through your creative process like you’ve been dying to do. A moment of rest IS a step forward, damnit! Hope you all are well! ♥️💀♥️ #writer #writersofinstagram #writingcommunity #novelwriter #poet #writerslife #writingmotivation #keepgoing #selfie #goth #gothwriter #lgbtqwriter #imagoddamnwriter #imawriter #pagan #animist #mystic #determination #focus #authentikei #krisleliel #letyourselfrest https://www.instagram.com/p/CMVTXKpn2V_/?igshid=1jep29oraov5t