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Somebody at the library must be having a fun time.

#jane eyre #charlotte bronte #library #orkney library #googly eyes #puffin classics #penguin #penguin classics #classic literature

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I hate this dry season I'm experiencing right now. It makes me feel weak and depressed. I also noticed that it's getting hotter this year compare in the past few years, most likely due to climate change. I have to help my mother who is quite ill from this heat to do chores like doing laundry and buy goods at the market. She pointed me that my skin is becoming dark because I often go outside the house to do errands. I drink a lot of water and take a rest to prevent myself being dizzy and having headaches from this unbearable heat.

To distract myself, I'm currently playing some puzzle games and watch video reels to earn discounts. I'm planning to save money to buy a certain novel I want to get. I'm also rereading "Pride and Prejudice" (great novel by the way). I'll try to eat meals with cold rice this time. I ate it around few times before and they're actually good.

#dry season #summer season #climate change #video games #pride and prejudice #jane austen #cold rice #rice

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"I wish I were walking with her. I wish I were walking right beside her, and we were holding hands."

— "You're In Love, Charlie Brown" (1967)

#charlie brown #youre in love charlie brown #you're in love charlie brown #charles schulz #peanuts #peanuts movie #unrequited love #cartoon #snoopy

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Incorrect Quotes: Jane Eyre (1/?)

#jane eyre #charlotte bronte #jane eyre 2011 #michael fassbender

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Anyone who have watched "Jane Eyre" 1973 version will hear this image.

#jane eyre #charlotte bronte #jane eyre 1973 #michael jayston #sorcha cusack

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For some reason, I find pleasing to hear Jane saying Mr. Rochester's name in many adaptation versions. They sounded beautiful, perhaps they rarely say it.

What Mr. Rochester said in Chapter 27 was true -

"I liked my name pronounced by your lips in a grateful happy accent."

#jane eyre #charlotte bronte #mr rochester #edward rochester #edward fairfax rochester #jane eyre 1943 #jane eyre 1970 #jane eyre 1973 #jane eyre 1983 #jane eyre 1996 #jane eyre 1997 #jane eyre 2006 #jane eyre 2011 #joan fontaine #susannah york #sorcha cusack #zelah clarke #charlotte gainsbourg #samantha morton #ruth wilson #mia wasikowska

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Things That May Be Causing Your Writer's Block- and How to Beat Them

I don't like the term 'Writer's Block' - not because it isn't real, but because the term is so vague that it's useless. Hundreds of issues all get lumped together under this one umbrella, making writer's block seem like this all-powerful boogeyman that's impossible to beat. Worse yet, it leaves people giving and receiving advice that is completely ineffective because people often don't realize they're talking about entirely different issues.

In my experience, the key to beating writer's block is figuring out what the block even is, so I put together a list of Actual Reasons why you may be struggling to write:

(note that any case of writer's block is usually a mix of two or more)

Perfectionism (most common)

What it looks like:

You write one sentence and spend the next hour googling "synonyms for ___"

Write. Erase. Write. Rewrite. Erase.

Should I even start writing this scene when I haven't figured out this one specific detail yet?

I hate everything I write

Cringing while writing

My first draft must be perfect, or else I'm a terrible writer

Things that can help:

Give yourself permission to suck

Keep in mind that nothing you write is going to be perfect, especially your first draft

Think of writing your first/early drafts not as writing, but sketching out a loose foundation to build upon later

People write multiple drafts for a reason: write now, edit later

Stop googling synonyms and save that for editing

Write with a pen to reduce temptation to erase

Embrace leaving blank spaces in your writing when you can't think of the right word, name, or detail

It's okay if your writing sucks. We all suck at some point. Embrace the growth mindset, and focus on getting words on a page

Lack of inspiration (easiest to fix)

What it looks like:

Head empty, no ideas

What do I even write about???

I don't have a plot, I just have an image

Want to write but no story to write

Things that can help:

Google writing prompts

If writing prompts aren't your thing, instead try thinking about what kind of tropes/genres/story elements you would like to try out

Instead of thinking about the story you would like to write, think about the story you would like to read, and write that

It's okay if you don't have a fully fleshed out story idea. Even if it's just an image or a line of dialogue, it's okay to write that. A story may or may not come out of it, but at least you got the creative juices flowing

Stop writing. Step away from your desk and let yourself naturally get inspired. Go for a walk, read a book, travel, play video games, research history, etc. Don't force ideas, but do open up your mind to them

If you're like me, world-building may come more naturally than plotting. Design the world first and let the story come later

Boredom/Understimulation (lost the flow)

What it looks like:

I know I should be writing but uugggghhhh I just can'tttttt

Writing words feels like pulling teeth

I started writing, but then I got bored/distracted

I enjoy the idea of writing, but the actual process makes me want to throw my laptop out the window

Things that can help:

Introduce stimulation: snacks, beverages, gum, music such as lo-fi, blankets, decorate your writing space, get a clickity-clackity keyboard, etc.

Add variety: write in a new location, try a new idea/different story for a day or so, switch up how you write (pen and paper vs. computer) or try voice recording or speech-to-text

Gamify writing: create an arbitrary challenge, such as trying to see how many words you can write in a set time and try to beat your high score

Find a writing buddy or join a writer's group

Give yourself a reward for every writing milestone, even if it's just writing a paragraph

Ask yourself whether this project you're working on is something you really want to be doing, and be honest with your answer

Intimidation/Procrastination (often related to perfectionism, but not always)

What it looks like:

I was feeling really motivated to write, but then I opened my laptop

I don't even know where to start

I love writing, but I can never seem to get started

I'll write tomorrow. I mean next week. Next month? Next month, I swear (doesn't write next month)

Can't find the time or energy

Unreasonable expectations (I should be able to write 10,000 words a day, right????)

Feeling discouraged and wondering why I'm even trying

Things that can help:

Follow the 2 min rule (or the 1 paragraph rule, which works better for me): whenever you sit down to write, tell yourself that you are only going to write for 2 minutes. If you feel like continuing once the 2 mins are up, go for it! Otherwise, stop. Force yourself to start but DO NOT force yourself to continue unless you feel like it. The more often you do this, the easier it will be to get started

Make getting started as easy as possible (i.e. minimize barriers: if getting up to get a notebook is stopping you from getting started, then write in the notes app of your phone)

Commit to a routine that will work for you. Baby steps are important here. Go with something that feels reasonable: every day, every other day, once a week, twice a week, and use cues to help you remember to start. If you chose a set time to write, just make sure that it's a time that feels natural to you- i.e. don't force yourself to writing at 9am every morning if you're not a morning person

Find a friend or a writing buddy you can trust and talk it out or share a piece of work you're proud of. Sometimes we just get a bit bogged down by criticism- either internal or external- and need a few words of encouragement

The Problem's Not You, It's Your Story (or Outline (or Process))

What it looks like:

I have no problems writing other scenes, it's just this scene

I started writing, but now I have no idea where I'm going

I don't think I'm doing this right

What's an outline?

Drowning in documents

This. Doesn't. Make. Sense. How do I get from this plot point to this one?!?!?! (this ColeyDoesThings quote lives in my head rent free cause BOY have I been there)

Things That Can Help:

Go back to the drawing board. Really try to get at the root of why a scene or story isn't working

A part of growing as a writer is learning when to kill your darlings. Sometimes you're trying to force an idea or scene that just doesn't work and you need to let it go

If you don't have an outline, write one

If you have an outline and it isn't working, rewrite it, or look up different ways to structure it

You may be trying to write as a pantser when you're really a plotter or vice versa. Experiment with different writing processes and see what feels most natural

Study story structures, starting with the three act structure. Even if you don't use them, you should know them

Check out Ellen Brock on YouTube. She's a professional novel editor who has a lot of advice on writing strategies for different types of writers

Also check out Savage Books on YouTube (another professional story editor) for advice on story structure and dialogue. Seriously, I cannot recommend this guy enough

Executive Dysfunction, Usually From ADHD/Autism

What it looks like:

Everything in boredom/understimulation

Everything in intimidation/procrastination

You have been diagnosed with and/or have symptoms of ADHD/Autism

Things that can help:

If you haven't already, seek a diagnosis or professional treatment

Hire an ADHD coach or other specialist that can help you work with your brain (I use Shimmer; feel free to DM me for a referral)

Seek out neurodiverse communities for advice and support

Try body doubling! There's lot's of free online body doubling websites out there for you to try. If social anxiety is a barrier, start out with writing streams such as katecavanaughwrites on Twitch

Be aware of any sensory barriers that may be getting in the way of you writing (such as an uncomfortable desk chair, harsh lighting, bad sounds)

And Lastly, Burnout, Depression, or Other Mental Illness

What it looks like:

You have symptoms of burnout or depression

Struggling with all things, not just writing

It's more than a lack of inspiration- the spark is just dead

Things that can help:

Forget writing for now. Focus on healing first.

Seek professional help

If you feel like it, use writing as a way to explore your feelings. It can take the form of journaling, poetry, an abstract reflection of your thoughts, narrative essays, or exploring what you're feeling through your fictional characters. The last two helped me rediscover my love of writing after I thought years of depression had killed it for good. Just don't force yourself to do so, and stop if it takes you to a darker place instead of feeling cathartic

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I bought another copy of "Jane Eyre" novel few days ago. I got this from playing online puzzle games in the past few weeks and received a huge discount as a reward from it. I only paid few coins for this. I've been checking this edition for a long time but I couldn't buy it because it's expensive. Now I got it, it's good to see this. This edition, besides the story itself has a biography of the author, index of explanations behind the phrases used and brief history of adaptations of it.

#jane eyre #charlotte bronte #alma classics #novel #classic literature

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St. John: *Explains to Jane why she should be the only one to inherit their deceased uncle's money*

Jane:

#its interesting how st john and jane have their different ways to show their kindness #girl just repaying the kindness to the people who helped her #jane eyre #charlotte bronte #st john rivers #st. john rivers #futurama

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Judy and Jervis from "My Daddy Long Legs".

#daddy long legs #jean webster #my daddy long legs #watashi no ashinaga ojisan #judy abbott #jervis pendleton #anime #world masterpiece theatre #world masterpiece theater #nippon animation #1990

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Jane and Mr. Rochester declaring their love to each other to the point they nearly had tears on their eyes in Chapter 37.

#jane eyre #charlotte bronte #edward rochester #edward fairfax rochester #mr rochester #mr. rochester #they genuinely love each other

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#rip #akira toriyama #dragon ball #dragon ball z #chrono trigger #dragon quest #blue dragon

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What's more scarier than that is to lose the Tupperware and not to tell the truth about it in fear of your mother's anger.

Aging tumblr user base find this relatable?

#tupperware

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Don't be too confident.

Don’t take leap day too literally.

[ID: Louisa post-fall in Persuasion. “happy leap day.”]

#persuasion #jane austen #persuasion 1995 #anne elliot #captain wentworth #i missed the leap year

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Old November 1996 issue of RadioTimes magazine featuring Tara Fitzgerald as Helen in "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall".

Source: https://twitter.com/DebsGreenJones2

#the tenant of wildfell hall #tenant of wildfell hall #anne bronte #anne brontë #the tenant of wildfell hall 1996 #tenant of wildfell hall 1996 #tara fitzgerald #radiotimes #radiotimes magazine #radio times

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I watched an old video trailer of a certain local action movie when I stumble upon this scene. As someone who enjoyed reading "Dracula", I love the appearance of that actor who cosplayed that titular character and he would be perfect actor to portray that character in an adaptation of the novel.

You know what's awesome there is that Dracula there uses guns. Based on the trailer, he acts as a spy and sneaks into a certain syndicate's mansion. It's possible that he wore that costume to get into a party the suspects he targeted at.

What's funnier that he also has a sidekick and fellow spy who wore a certain costume...

Michaelangelo from "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" being a sidekick and fellow spy of Dracula. Can you imagine that?

#dracula #bram stoker #teenage mutant ninja turtles #michaelangelo #edu manzano #willie revilliame

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Scene from an old "Jane Eyre" manga where a blinded Mr. Rochester shows he wears a pearl necklace that was meant to be as gift for Jane.

#jane eyre #charlotte bronte #mr rochester #edward fairfax rochester #edward rochester #manga #necklace #pearl necklace