The Importance of a Writing Reset
Lesson from Aaron Sorkin
Aaron Sorkin is the mind behind critically acclaimed projects such as The West Wing, The Social Network, and Steve Jobs.
His writing process includes 6-8 showers per day.
"It has nothing to do with germs. It's all about a fresh start."
Should you follow this advice?
No, obviously not.
But you can apply the underlying principle.
Sorkin explains that taking a shower helps him feel "refreshed" after he hits a wall while writing.
It's important to recognize when it's time to step away from your work.
Sometimes we reach a point when the best thing we can do for our writing is to take a break.
Put your phone away and give your mind a moment to wander.
Instead of taking 6-8 showers, you could:
Take a walk
Go to the gym
Sit and enjoy a coffee
The idea is to step away from your work and give yourself a chance to reset.
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