Writing Endorphins
December 4th, 2007In a stunning follow-up to yesterday’s post describing the pitfalls of trying to make time for creative writing, none other than The New York Times has deigned to comment on the topic. Okay, okay, this “Career Couch” article was actually written two days ago, but thanks to an alert Certain Someone, it came across my desk today and it seems to echo (albeit in a more professional tone) my sentiments.
Hobbies Are Rich in Psychic Rewards
By EILENE ZIMMERMAN
Published: December 2, 2007Q. Between work and family, you have little time or energy left for hobbies, like crafts, painting or music. Without them, though, life feels mundane. What can you do about it?
A. Squeeze them in, even it’s for just a few minutes at a time, because those moments can change your mood and your mind-set.