1-2-3 Writing Blog: Let's Talk About Capturing Ideas
Each blog contains 1 idea, 2 quotes, and 3 questions to ponder.
1 WRITING IDEA
Ideas are rocket fuel for writers. But the great ones carry short expiration dates. You’ll think, “Oh, I’ll remember it!” and then two hours later, it’s like trying to recall your middle school locker combo. Think of ideas as helium balloons; if you don’t hold on tight, they’ll float away and disappear forever into the clouds.
Ideas always seem to show up unannounced at your doorstep, when you’re in the shower, on a walk, or doing the dishes. That’s why you need a process for recording those million-dollar thoughts. Make it a habit to email or text yourself while that golden goose is trapped in your brain cage.
You can also use note-taking platforms such as Notion (www.notion.so) or Evernote (www.evernote.com) — because it’s not just about collecting those magical seeds, it’s knowing where to find them later.
2 WRITING QUOTES
“A brainwave in your stream of consciousness ripples past but once. Fail to catch it and an idea that could change your life and the world dissipates on the water’s surface and is gone forever.”
“Be a collector of good ideas. Keep a journal. If you hear a good idea, capture it, write it down. Don’t trust your memory.”
3 Writing Questions
What is your process for retaining ideas?
Do you utilize voice-to-text on your phone or smart device?
What is your filing system for your saved ideas?
What if a trip to the Amazon resulted in an amazing discovery?
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Hey, I’m Brian. Born a Tar Heel but now a Virginian, I’m a father of five and the husband of one amazing lady. My family has a thing for Golden Retrievers. Given the right circumstances, I can do a smooth moonwalk on a slick kitchen floor. I’ve also written a book called The Jungle Within.