tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post1142082831039375363..comments2024-03-28T09:42:20.558-04:00Comments on Writers Who Kill: Enjoying The HolidaysJim Jacksonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15090252530437277145noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-67937496088668148652012-11-19T20:18:25.290-05:002012-11-19T20:18:25.290-05:00Thanks, Alyx. Stress is a state of mind--you try t...Thanks, Alyx. Stress is a state of mind--you try to avoid it--but sometimes it does appear. My body usually does some sort of flip-flop telling me when I'm stressed. Trying to stay low-key can rebound on you. When I've really been stressed, I amazed myself by spontaneously chanting like a Native American war party prior to a raid. E. B. Davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746747050278597888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-74297025236176540452012-11-19T19:11:11.720-05:002012-11-19T19:11:11.720-05:00I think intensity in & of itself is absolutely...I think intensity in & of itself is absolutely fine, EB. Like Gloria said, it speaks of passion & focus. When intensity is found in one who is also high-strung, the two together can be a very unpleasant situation (I'm not saying you are, just giving a for instance).<br /><br />It's also possible that the people who call you "intense" are uncomfortable with your level of passion about things, or your focus or commitment to something. If so, that's their own issue & I hope you don't take it on as your own.<br /><br />And stress . . . well, that's not good for ANYONE. I hope you find some much needed down time over the holiday season.Alyx Morganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01815592165482269572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-89593660546092382612012-11-19T16:21:35.988-05:002012-11-19T16:21:35.988-05:00Gloria--you have an interesting and accurate point...Gloria--you have an interesting and accurate point. When things outside interfere with my goals--I do stress. I'm not a control freak, but it would be nice sometimes to be able to have control over SOMETHING!<br /><br />Jim--most people think intense people are negative and uncool--I'm glad you have a different take on the word. Living without passion is a flavorless life. May the holidays be stress free for everyone. (PS--I uploaded the novels on my Kindle--love that technology--like magic!)E. B. Davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746747050278597888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-31587456541176616882012-11-19T16:15:11.979-05:002012-11-19T16:15:11.979-05:00Sorry I haven't been around today. We were try...Sorry I haven't been around today. We were trying for some R & R on Hatteras Island--except that the road washed out. We took the ferry over, which meant an extra five hours of travel time. We were planning on leaving tomorrow, but when the electric went out last night, we though maybe we'd leave today. The electric came back on before we left, but since a lot of residents go to the mainland for Thanksgiving (and they have priority on the ferry) we thought leaving today was the better plan. <br /><br />Much to our pleasure, the road was open to four-wheel drive vehicles, which we have, so we forded the road against a wave or two washing through it. Our travel time wasn't much different than normal. <br /><br />Once on 95N, where we fought traffic, we wondered if fighting waves wasn't the better option. I'm beginning to think that the environmentalists are right--we need the long bridge that bypasses Pea Island. If you can't fight them, may as well join them. And I'm not against baby birds or turtles.E. B. Davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746747050278597888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-26093466276139205942012-11-19T15:17:13.875-05:002012-11-19T15:17:13.875-05:00Thank you for the reminder to take a break! I thin...Thank you for the reminder to take a break! I think it’s important to rest and enjoy life in order to keep our writing fresh. Kara Cerisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16484336785514235707noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-82195654171558334682012-11-19T11:51:04.607-05:002012-11-19T11:51:04.607-05:00I don't think I would add as much negative con...I don't think I would add as much negative connotation to "intense" as you have, but regardless if you're doing something that used to be fun and isn't anymore, it's time for a break.<br /><br />Something I sometimes forget is that for a muscle to strengthen it needs both work and rest. <br /><br />I'm looking forward to your 2013 blogs.<br /><br />~ JimJim Jacksonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15090252530437277145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-32453952086101593642012-11-19T11:04:11.151-05:002012-11-19T11:04:11.151-05:00Well timed blog! I struggle with guilt when I don&...Well timed blog! I struggle with guilt when I don't write, and that's not good. I NEED to recharge my creativity by taking a break. Thanks for the reminder.carlahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15985823239660829148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-27061422181030305042012-11-19T10:21:39.006-05:002012-11-19T10:21:39.006-05:00I hope you and all of us have holidays that leaves...I hope you and all of us have holidays that leaves us refreshed and raring to get back to writing.Warren Bullhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789270258599769915noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-1183128417964239582012-11-19T09:48:03.613-05:002012-11-19T09:48:03.613-05:00Interesting blog, E.B. I think of intense as being...Interesting blog, E.B. I think of intense as being passionate about something and focused on it, which is much better than some of the definitions you listed. But this also creates stress when things outside what you're focusing on interfere with your goals or objectives. Yes, we all need breaks sometimes to give us more perspective. Have a happy Thanksgiving and relax.Gloria Aldenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13581719606924364447noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-993649290245605005.post-1020303139132981252012-11-19T07:35:12.416-05:002012-11-19T07:35:12.416-05:00I think you have a good idea. Relaxation and openi...I think you have a good idea. Relaxation and opening yourself to different experiences can lead to greater creativity. Hope yours are happy holidays.Paula Gail Bensonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08843350597811462936noreply@blogger.com