More Than Tired: Beating Burnout

We’ve been exploring Writer’s Pain Points, and we’ve come to the end of the list. Burnout.

I maintain there’s nothing worse than Writer’s Block. The feeling that you want to write and can’t. Similarly, Burnout happens when we’ve worked too hard, put too little into ourselves, and we just can’t do it anymore.

Writer’s burnout symptoms can quietly erode productivity and well-being. Writers may experience a deep sense of cynicism about their work, a loss of inspiration, or an inability to focus. Tasks that once felt exciting now seem tedious, and the very act of sitting down to write becomes a source of dread. Untreated, this chronic exhaustion can lead to diminished creativity, reduced output, and a complete disillusionment with the writing journey, potentially pushing a passionate writer to abandon their craft altogether.

If you’re beyond tired or totally burnt out, help is available. As a reminder, you can book a free 15-minute meeting. Consider it a mini-writing-therapy session. You don’t have to suffer in silence. Let’s connect and start finding solutions.

STRUGGLES & SUCCESSES

Here are my tips for beating burnout:

• Prioritize Self-Care: Make time for activities that help you relax, recharge, and avoid exhaustion.
• Set Boundaries: Establish clear boundaries between your writing time and your personal life.
• Take Breaks: Schedule regular breaks from writing to prevent burnout.
• Find Joy in the Process: Try new things with your writing, or free write for fun.
• Re-evaluate Your Goals and Priorities: Make sure that your writing goals are aligned with your overall well-being.

Did you like this series on writers’ pain points? Have some you’d like to share? Let me know! If you’re not getting my email, sign up at linseyewing.com/get-access. You’ll also find some fun writer freebies.

CURRENT NOVEL PROGRESS

TDG Draft 5 Word Count: 34,749 (back in the saddle)

ASD Draft 0: 15,401

HAPPENING THIS MONTH

Next Tuesday, June 17th: YouTube Stream at 5 PM Central / 6 EST

We’ll take a break for a few weeks and return in July. I also have a joint stream planned for the weekend of July 12. Might want to write that one down.

CREATIVE COLLECTIVE: The next meeting is Monday, July 7th, at 7:30 PM Central / 8:30 EST. This is our accountability group, and you are more than welcome. Just email me for the Zoom link.

In Other News

If you’re having trouble naming your passion, finding time to work, or just want to discuss your WIP, I’m only a click away. Take the time. You won’t regret it.

Start or Finish today. I can help.

Book your FREE 15 minutes

Until next time

xxxlinsey