Want to Jump Out of Bed Excited? Inject Your Day with Variety.🛏️

Published: Wed, 04/26/23

Create a Life You Can't Wait to Wake up To.

― Anonymous

If there’s one thing that I know, I’m not a morning person, but even I can get up at some ungodly hours in the morning and feel excited about the day ahead. I’m not special in any way, but what I do have that most people don’t is passion. That is all good and well, but passion without variety breeds boredom, and with boredom, time drags, and your passion becomes a burden.

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Remember, diversifying your day doesn’t have to be complicated.

I’m lucky because In the world of speculative fiction, I not only embark on fantastic journeys through imaginative realms, but I learn so much - not all of it I can use in the real world, but that doesn’t take away from the fun of learning. Each new story or image I create ignites my creativity and hopefully transports the reader to a place where the impossible becomes possible. The downside is that writing can be an isolating and demanding profession. So to keep my excitement levels high, I have to inject my day with variety. This is what I do, but I’m sure it can be applied to your life too. Trust me, introducing some diversity into your schedule will rejuvenate your mind and make you feel more alive.

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Diversifying your workday will help prevent burnout. Writing speculative fiction requires an immense amount of mental energy and focus. But by incorporating various activities into my daily routine, I keep my mind fresh but also create opportunities for inspiration to strike.

Another easy way to add variety to your work day is by digging into your contacts list and begin reaching out. In today’s globalized and interconnected world, it would be an order of magnitude more difficult to stay current and develop contacts in the industry without making a concerted effort to connect. The world is a big place; step out from your backyard and embrace the new opportunities, collaborations, and partnerships. Networking can provide.

If I ever wanted to have a theoretical grasp of flying a helicopter, I'd go out and do some research. More accomplished authors will immerse themselves in the skill they want to write about. At the very least, authors will travel to a city or country to research a location. All of this, in my eyes, is investing time in professional development. To stay relevant and competitive, I must stay up-to-date with the latest trends, techniques, and developments in my area of expertise. For you, Gentle Reader, it’s no different. Every day, learn something that can make you better in your field of endeavour, and the easiest way to do that is to read.

I’ve talked about the benefits of reading, and I’ll continue to do so, but it’s one of the best ways I know of to add verve to your day. I prefer a more interdisciplinary approach because of the stuff I write about. Speculative fiction often incorporates elements from various sources, such as science, history, or sociology. They enrich the stories I tell and provide a more immersive and captivating experience for the reader, and I’m also quietly learning about the world I live in. Don’t waste the opportunity to do the same.

You knew this was coming, but it has to be said. You must incorporate physical activity into your daily routine. Sitting at a desk for hours on end can take a physical toll on your body, so I do something about it. The Latin Mens sana in corpore sano - Sound mind in a sound body exemplifies my feelings about keeping fit. Not to mention the many studies that have proven that exercise stimulates creativity, improves concentration, and increases overall well-being, all of which can contribute to better writing. What could it do for your life?

How far are you from the nearest park, forest or nature reserve?
Can you break up your day in nature?
Go for a walk in the park and enjoy the fresh air. Spending time outdoors is something to look forward to and is worth every moment of stress relief. Relax, recharge, and return to work with renewed energy and enthusiasm.

Returning to that contact list we discussed earlier, we need to begin spending time with different people. If you’re always spending time with the same people, you’re probably missing out on new experiences, perspectives and ideas. Every new person I meet provides me with the elements I use to create compelling characters for my stories. Try reaching out to new people and expanding your social circle of friends in your contact list. You may not be able to do it every day, but when you can, fit it in. Spending quality time with friends and family, engaging in hobbies and recreational activities, and attending social events adds spice to your day even as infrequently as these things may happen.

It’s all about getting what must be done, done, but let’s do it so we challenge ourselves and cultivate curiosity while we’re doing it.
That’s a great way to breathe new life into what could be a dull existence.
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