tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post4614937548243099392..comments2024-02-10T01:46:32.327-08:00Comments on Reading and Writing are Fattening: Is Writing Hazardous to Your Health?Marla Mhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-21051918238193361162012-11-09T08:12:50.228-08:002012-11-09T08:12:50.228-08:00Jameelah Raoof @professorraoof ^^^ I mistakenly po...Jameelah Raoof @professorraoof ^^^ I mistakenly posted anonymously above. ;-)Jameelah Raoofhttp://www.jameelahraoof.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-59862064217226184302012-11-09T08:09:24.267-08:002012-11-09T08:09:24.267-08:00Thanks for this post. I agree and enjoyed reading ...Thanks for this post. I agree and enjoyed reading your suggestions! Here is my blog! m.jameelahraoof.com/#/MY-BLOG.htmlAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-58288399367040994762012-10-03T07:48:49.654-07:002012-10-03T07:48:49.654-07:00I have a big problem with that, too. when I lived ...I have a big problem with that, too. when I lived in Chicago, I had a friend who was a very successful business-owner. She said what kept her going was making a list EVERY night before she went to bed, of all the things she'd accomplished that day. I thought it was interesting because usually we do a list of everything we WANT to accomplish in a day, then beat up on ourselves for not doing it!<br />We must keep giving ourselves kudos!<br />Nice meeting you, Jeri, thanks for commenting.<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-10737626978005549252012-10-02T15:46:19.802-07:002012-10-02T15:46:19.802-07:00The last item rings especially true and I think I&...The last item rings especially true and I think I'll follow your advice the next time I start to feel like I will never finish writing my book. Negative thoughts are such utter nonesense, but so hard to resist. I really like the ideas of writing down positive accomplishments. It's like when you write your fears down before speaking in public or taking a test... I just never thought to apply that technique to my writing process. Brilliant!Jerihttp://jeriwb.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-15030062232815808222012-10-02T09:48:54.012-07:002012-10-02T09:48:54.012-07:00Those darn bad habits! I have way too many. I am r...Those darn bad habits! I have way too many. I am rather proud that I gave up Spider Solitaire, although that was more of a distraction habit than health related. Although, it added to my stress level, because I used it to avoid doing the things I should have been doing.<br />But then, I really like the saying: Dont' SHOULD on yourself!<br />Thanks for stopping in, and have a great weekend.<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-45021218410421650052012-10-02T09:46:19.293-07:002012-10-02T09:46:19.293-07:00Great suggestions, April! I really like the idea o...Great suggestions, April! I really like the idea of doing something else that's stokes one's creativity. I started caffeine again recently and had to back off again! Gives me a great boost in the morning but over time has bad side-effects for me.<br />Thanks for commenting!<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-77996093336587626362012-10-02T08:25:35.284-07:002012-10-02T08:25:35.284-07:00Stumbled across this on Twitter. I have definitely...Stumbled across this on Twitter. I have definitely developed some bad habits. Thanks for the tips!K. Gormanhttp://kgorman.ca/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-66092913437474636222012-10-02T07:33:52.001-07:002012-10-02T07:33:52.001-07:00Absolutely! I have a similar list myself - being a...Absolutely! I have a similar list myself - being an ex coffee drinker (and a Clinical Nutritionist) I would add to cut down on the caffeine, this is a drug that can cause anxiety, tiredness and headaches. Who needs that? I now drink dandelion coffee, barley cup or other herbal drinks and really enjoy them. <br /><br />I also find doing something totally different with my brain such as painting, coloring with the kids or something else creative helps keep the energy flowing and exercises those brain cells in a new way. <br /><br />Great post, we all need to be reminded self care is part of the writing process, thank you!<br /><br />My blog is www.aprildanann.com and my latest book is The Pagan Diet - Food, Fast & Feast<br /><br />Have a great day,<br /><br />April DanannApril Danannhttp://angelfiles-thetruthisinhere.blogspot.ie/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-15803378862380086822012-10-01T20:02:26.932-07:002012-10-01T20:02:26.932-07:00Thanks, Valda!
Yes, it's easy to forget to tak...Thanks, Valda!<br />Yes, it's easy to forget to take care of yourself. Glad your writing is doing well! The weather has<br />been so lovely here it's hard to stay at it.<br />Have a great weekend,<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-81834511196632951582012-10-01T17:39:16.727-07:002012-10-01T17:39:16.727-07:00Really very well done blog. Jumped here from Twitt...Really very well done blog. Jumped here from Twitter and I enjoyed reading this. I've always had good eating habits, but I tend to go full bore when writing--so your tips about resting one's eyes, and getting plenty of quality sleep, particularly when one is over forty, are extremely pertinent to me. Valda666https://www.blogger.com/profile/02554649521535434363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-75129728686984793882012-09-28T07:29:23.932-07:002012-09-28T07:29:23.932-07:00Hi Gary,
Sounds like you have some good habits alr...Hi Gary,<br />Sounds like you have some good habits already. Is it as dry in Texas this year as it is<br />in the Midwest?<br />You're right. It's amazing what getting your circulation going does for the mind. I bought a<br />digital recorder to take along when I walk so I don't miss any ideas!<br />Thanks for visiting,<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-61427003465600253732012-09-28T07:26:48.506-07:002012-09-28T07:26:48.506-07:00Thanks Patrick! Glad you stopped by and happy you ...Thanks Patrick! Glad you stopped by and happy you enjoyed the blog.Marla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-15127204818654064872012-09-28T07:26:03.315-07:002012-09-28T07:26:03.315-07:00Hi Dave,
Thanks for reading my blog. Glad to hear ...Hi Dave,<br />Thanks for reading my blog. Glad to hear you're taking care of yourself!<br />I have to follow your lead and post my own suggestions!<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-14203282012431032452012-09-27T19:31:34.446-07:002012-09-27T19:31:34.446-07:00Thanks so much for the suggestions! I write softwa...Thanks so much for the suggestions! I write software during the day and write stories at night. Lots of computer time ;-)<br />I walk the stairs every hour or so and I go for a campus walk during lunch whenever possible here in sunny North Texas.<br />Simply standing and stretching does wonders for my mind as well as my body!<br />Happy writing!<br />garyalanhenson.blogspot.com Gary Alan Hensonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09577930724039661640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-54662691890322974752012-09-27T08:51:35.396-07:002012-09-27T08:51:35.396-07:00Excellent blog post!Excellent blog post!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03336402057462220187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-78028266963690178462012-09-27T02:46:00.571-07:002012-09-27T02:46:00.571-07:00Writer Dave Here, Great Post, Marla. I agree with ...Writer Dave Here, Great Post, Marla. I agree with all 10 points!<br />I've even printed them off and will keep them handy for reference.<br />I do my sitting in the chair exercises regularly!<br />Keep Up The Good Work.Dave Wisehttp://www.writerdave.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-29258591029068465412012-09-26T13:38:02.205-07:002012-09-26T13:38:02.205-07:00Thanks for reading my blog! Yes, at the computer o...Thanks for reading my blog! Yes, at the computer of in front of the TV, both of which I'm inclined to do, especially with the new TV season starting. It's easy to get engrossed.<br />Take care and keep moving!<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-41409474568353847072012-09-26T08:23:08.362-07:002012-09-26T08:23:08.362-07:00Great advice for anyone who spends a lot of time a...Great advice for anyone who spends a lot of time at the computer! WiLoveBookshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16345478886762794988noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-13576477801267219272012-09-25T20:01:04.167-07:002012-09-25T20:01:04.167-07:00Good question, Susan. And that is one reason I sel...Good question, Susan. And that is one reason I self-published. I don't have time to go the traditional<br />publishing route. It can take decades to find an agent or a publisher!<br />I have heard there is a prejudice against older writer for exactly that reason, which is strange because so many successful authors are people who got started later in life.<br />I think you're right; you do have more freedom to intersperce moving with sitting at the computer. It's hard sometimes when to remember when you are really engrossed in something, that's why a timer is a good tool to try.<br />Glad you stopped by, Susan. Keep writing!<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-53253949719147149682012-09-25T19:56:50.522-07:002012-09-25T19:56:50.522-07:00I may need a vertical mouse eventually, too. I do ...I may need a vertical mouse eventually, too. I do hand exercises in the hopes it will keep the old arthritis from getting worse! So sorry to hear you are another RA sufferer. Although I've known people who were able to live with it well. Hope you continue to be one of them.<br />So happy you enjoyed the blog, I love hearing from everyone.<br />Take care,<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-30273971446739916922012-09-25T13:24:01.056-07:002012-09-25T13:24:01.056-07:00My question about starting writing late in life is...My question about starting writing late in life is, will agents/editors hold it against you because you have fewer productive years ahead of you. Does anyone have any thoughts on that? Actually, I think if I were writing full time, I'd be healthier than I am at work where I'm forced to sit at a computer eight hours a day. I THINK I'd get up and go for a walk or something...Susan Vineyardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06247766308787322261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-4403314826701206682012-09-25T11:38:55.769-07:002012-09-25T11:38:55.769-07:00Marla, that is a brilliant post and you are absolu...Marla, that is a brilliant post and you are absolutely right! And Terry, look after that RA - I have it too, and thankfully it's not too severe, but if you ever have problems using your mouse, try a vertical mouse (google it!) They really make a difference for aching hands and let you retain a much more natural position. Getting a decent ergonomic keyboard is a worthwhile investment too, especially for those of us who spend a lot of time on the keyboard. <br /><br />Marla, you asked for our links. My blog for writers is at www.otsbp.com and my personal blog (which can be about anything that happens to pass through my butterfly mind!)is at www.youngbyname.me.<br /><br />Thank you so much for your kindness!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-12367995408794838102012-09-25T07:49:43.062-07:002012-09-25T07:49:43.062-07:00Wow, yes! It's even more important for you, Te...Wow, yes! It's even more important for you, Terry. RA can be debilitating and the meds tough to take. And you must keep moving! I have arthritis in my thumbs and worrying about my typing skills if it gets much worse!<br />May need a secretary someday. LOL<br />Attitude means a lot with any disease and sounds like you have a good one. Keep smiling, moving and writing!<br />You have a lot of company.<br />Take care,<br />MarlaMarla Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04004295584548524776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1438850631282274504.post-73933616143795161632012-09-25T07:38:38.084-07:002012-09-25T07:38:38.084-07:00Thanks for this post, Marla. You're so right. ...Thanks for this post, Marla. You're so right. It's so easy to get caught up at the computer screen for hours at a time and then realize how awful I feel without those stretches or walks. I'm trying to devise a strategy now for ensuring I take those breaks. Also, with rheumatoid arthritis, it is even more important in maintaining tolerable pain levels. Thanks again!Terry Gibsonhttp://www.mystoryourstory.org/blognoreply@blogger.com