I was recently introduced to the idea of doodling in an art class as a way to connect with the right side of the brain. As I’m sure you know, the left side of our brain is the analytical side and the right is the more dreamy, creative side.
Writing calls on both parts in different ways but the right plays a huge part in allowing you access to the world of your characters and being able to evoke that world for the reader.
You have probably noticed that the longer you stay away from your work, the harder it becomes to merge yourself back into that imaginary world. But doodling can help get you back there and you can feel the effect quite quickly.
Before you start writing (just after you’ve finished procrastinating) grab a piece of paper and lose yourself in some dreamy doodling thinking about nothing in particular. As the world around you starts to recede, allow yourself to drift into your imaginary world and – without interruption – move across to your writing. Give it a try.
Doodles by Stargardener
