3 Unconventional Summer Writing Tips



Dear Real Academic,

Anyone frying or melting, yet? We hope not!

Tiberio and I are certainly getting used to humid, boiling heat here in Miami, Florida (we were in dry, furnace summer heat in Las Vegas, Nevada for 8 years previously which, isn’t any better, in our opinion). But, we are so very thankful for air-conditioning, ice, shade, and water.

Of course, if you are in a place where summers are anywhere between 70 and 80 degrees F, then…just stop reading...yup…just stop…just kidding! You can keep reading. :-)

I wanted to share 3 tips to keep you writing through the hot summer months:

Tip #1: Sleep in

Yup. Contrary to any and all productivity recommendations, I am going to recommend you sleep in.

Why?

Because:

(a) You are probably in a time of the year where you don’t have to make a morning meeting or teach a morning class.

(b) Sleep is critical for creativity.

Disclaimer: Do NOT do this if (a) You have a killer routing going for you and (b) You are NOT even slightly tired, exhausted, burnt-out, or any level in-between.

Tip # 2: Throw a Party

Not the party type? No problem. Do it anyway and do it your way.

Gather friends together (could be 50 or could be 1-2).

Find a way to spend quality time together…be it a full blown BBQ pool party or a nice quiet afternoon of tea time…

Why?

(a) You probably actually have the time (even if you think you don’t) to do this in the summer vs. once the insanity of the semester begins.

(b) Relationships are key to success in the long-term.

Tip #3: Treat yo self!

If you don’t know where this reference comes from, then you obviously haven’t watched the sitcom Parks and Recreation. Click here for a small clip to make you smile/laugh.

Why?

(a) Again, it’s summer and it’s probably hot, and you probably have the time to figure this out — much more time than once you start back in the “regular rat race” (not saying you are not in a different summer rat race).

(b) Rewards are important motivators (in moderation, like everything else) to keep going.

So, which will you do this month? If you do one (or all) of these, definitely drop us a line and let us know. We love hearing from you! inforealacademics@gmail.com

Until next time, happy writing, productivity, and truth-seeking,

Maggie

www.therealacademics.com

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