From Edie: Discover why creative hobbies outside of writing help prevent burnout, spark fresh ideas, and sustain long-term creativity. Learn how play, rest, and non-writing pursuits can strengthen your writing life and keep your imagination thriving.
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Why Every Writer Needs a Creative Hobby (And How It Protects Your Writing Life)
by Lynn H. Blackburn @LynnHBlackburn
Y’all…I’m in my sourdough era.
I know. I know.
I do not have time to babysit a starter or schedule my life around dough. I don’t.
But … I do love fresh bread.
And … I have this little quirk that means I really love learning new things.
And … did I mention fresh bread?
And really, having a hobby that involves entire days where you do nothing but wait for the dough to ferment? I mean, come on. That’s a rather perfect hobby for an author. Right?
