Comments on: Why you should walk more if you’re a writer

By: Daphne Gray-Grant

Daphne Gray-Grant — Tue, 10 May 2016 16:00:00 +0000

In reply to Conor. Interesting that you should find the pedometer limiting! I find the reverse -- it doesn't impinge on my enjoyment and it frequently inspires me to get more walking when I haven't been active enough. Chacun à son gout, I guess! We both agree, however, that writers walk!

By: Conor

Conor — Tue, 10 May 2016 09:19:00 +0000

Very true! I actually got rid of my jawbone… started to feel that I was walking to accumulate numbers rather than enjoy the stroll… just back from a walk to the shops with my baby daughter. Thanks for a great reflection… writers walk 😉

By: Daphne Gray-Grant

Daphne Gray-Grant — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 01:28:00 +0000

In reply to Christine Junge. Me too but I think that even those who don't love it quite so much should consider spending a little time doing it. (Or, alternatively, doing something else that will leave them free to reflect on what they're writing about.) Running, cycling, swimming, and, perhaps paradoxically, cooking all fall into that category!

By: Daphne Gray-Grant

Daphne Gray-Grant — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 01:28:00 +0000

In reply to Nehal. Thanks for your kind words, Nehal!

By: Christine Junge

Christine Junge — Thu, 18 Feb 2016 00:46:00 +0000

I love walking! It does help get my ideas flowing, but it also just makes me happier. My walks with my dog are often some of the happiest little moments of my days.

By: Nehal

Nehal — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 14:11:00 +0000

Hi Daphne,
I am taking the Learning how to Learn course on Coursera and immensely enjoyed your interview with Dr Barbara Oakley 🙂 Now that i signed up for your newsletter, i have to say i Love your writing style..it is so effortless to read and so easy to grasp..it’s like chatting with you in person 😉 I love it ! I am currently trying to pursue a career in Medical Writing and i find all your tips and tricks very useful..i am trying not to edit this as i type , still trying 😉

Wishing you all the best, Always !

Kind Regards,

Nehal

By: zangelspace

zangelspace — Wed, 17 Feb 2016 06:20:00 +0000

In reply to Daphne Gray-Grant. Oh，yeah，that‘s a good idea.But there isn‘t a perfect solution to the problem of parking Space in China.You know ,if you cannot stop to set position,you'll be filled by the traffic police in my country.

By: Daphne Gray-Grant

Daphne Gray-Grant — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 17:11:00 +0000

In reply to zangelspace. I suggest you park your car three blocks (or more) from your office. That way you'll get a bit of a walk to and from work and to and from whenever you have to go to a client meeting.

By: zangelspace

zangelspace — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 07:57:00 +0000

Hi Daphne,Walking is a very crazy thing for me now.Because of my job,I have to driving to work everyday and then sitting in front of my computer all the day.But I completely agree with your point,Working can make you more creative and courageous.Thank for your share,I think it’s time to chang my life-style,So come on up,Let’s walking anytime and anywhere .

By: Daphne Gray-Grant

Daphne Gray-Grant — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 15:53:00 +0000

In reply to William Stoner. Yes, this is particularly important in very wet, grey climates (like Vancouver, where I live!)