So, I read the most horrifying thing a week or so ago.  Came seriously close to melting my face off like acid.  Word acid.

The article was titled 10 New Ideas for Getting Inspired to Write, which sounded like just the kind of article I would like to read.  The ideas presented are good, solid ways of finding inspiration when you’re blocked as a writer.  The final item on this top 10 list however, labeled simply, Look Within, was a serious kick in the face.  A ninja kick, because it came out of no where.

I’ve never heard of anyone who worked a boring job, came home to a boring family, watched three hours of boring television, and then proceeded to write something of spellbinding greatness. It just doesn’t happen.

Ouch…

…and then these words followed…

If your life is a soul-sucking heap of mediocrity, then your writing will be a soul-sucking heap of mediocrity.

These words felt as if they were ripped from my very soul.  At very least they will be etched upon my retina’s for all eternity.   These words should not be so surprising.   To be a well adjusted person you have to interact with others, seek excitement and live your life.  But sometimes we abandon this knowledge for a comfy couch and netflix or tivo.

If we spend our lives waiting for something to happen then its likely nothing will happen.  Sometimes you have to go make things happen for yourself.   You have to say YES! to adventure.

The quoted article was written by Jon Morrow from CopyBlogger.  You should go check out the entire article.

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