Ever brought a little, or not so little, snack to the computer and then, after writing a particularly exciting piece of narrative, you look down to take a bite and it's gone? It happens to me all the time. This is not a mysterious, unnatural occurance, nor have your vivacious characters popped out of the scene and eaten your goodies. You have simply devoured them without realizing it.
Weight experts alway say to sit while you eat so as not to grab too many snacks on the run, but I would also offer the advice of not eating at all while sitting at the computer writing. We simply don't realize how much we take in while in the middle of crafting a story.
After several episodes of wondering where my food disappeared while I was deeply imbedded typing, I try to pay more attention to what I'm putting into my mouth, so now I usually just keep a nice glass of ice water beside me to sip while I ruminate. Or better still, a hot cup of coffee or tea does the job quite nicely. However, if you are one of those who likes to chew while thinking, try gum or hard candy.
You can also burn a few calories by hopping out of your chair and pacing for a while as you think about what you'll write next.
Oh, one more thing. Never, EVER buy the king-size candy bars.
Weight experts alway say to sit while you eat so as not to grab too many snacks on the run, but I would also offer the advice of not eating at all while sitting at the computer writing. We simply don't realize how much we take in while in the middle of crafting a story.
After several episodes of wondering where my food disappeared while I was deeply imbedded typing, I try to pay more attention to what I'm putting into my mouth, so now I usually just keep a nice glass of ice water beside me to sip while I ruminate. Or better still, a hot cup of coffee or tea does the job quite nicely. However, if you are one of those who likes to chew while thinking, try gum or hard candy.
You can also burn a few calories by hopping out of your chair and pacing for a while as you think about what you'll write next.
Oh, one more thing. Never, EVER buy the king-size candy bars.
Great advice ;) Coffee is the best, with maybe one cookie or something else that has been separated from it's little pals. I know the cherry sours are definitely a weak spot for me. But then after writing a fight scene, I am always quite ravenous!
ReplyDeleteHey, Hazel, did you know that cherry sours are really good with dark chocolate?
ReplyDeleteYes, I do and you're not helping because I don't have either right now and I'm on to something!
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