tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post2184269765890953754..comments2023-10-19T05:34:10.647-05:00Comments on Celia Yeary-Romance...and a little bit of Texas: Passionate about Writing? Or Obsessive?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-77018427431163844752010-05-19T15:55:00.000-05:002010-05-19T15:55:00.000-05:00DIANE--THANKS--I'LL CHECK IT OUT.
CELIADIANE--THANKS--I'LL CHECK IT OUT. <br />CELIAAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-78443785038606683822010-05-19T05:57:36.467-05:002010-05-19T05:57:36.467-05:00I'm afraid I haven't written and I miss it...I'm afraid I haven't written and I miss it so much. <br /><br />Gave you a blogger award - visit my blog for the directions if you want to participate.Diane Craverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09543155150824715253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-21393568280184370132010-05-17T17:27:59.214-05:002010-05-17T17:27:59.214-05:00LORAINE--I think most of us hate to admit we'r...LORAINE--I think most of us hate to admit we're definitely obsessive at times. I feel that way, for example, when I'm writing a critical part of the plot, and my creativity is at a peak, and I do not want to stop.At times, I'd think--if my house caught on fire, I don't think I could quit typing. Now, that's a little over the top. Thanks for your comment--you alwasy have something wise to add. CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-88762123084443938872010-05-17T17:24:44.174-05:002010-05-17T17:24:44.174-05:00ALICE--it's really a matter of semantics, prob...ALICE--it's really a matter of semantics, probably. There's a line dividing something that won't hurt us, and something that probalbly will--in this case, the definition makes the difference.Thanks for your input! CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-47720393419822730142010-05-17T16:19:24.097-05:002010-05-17T16:19:24.097-05:00Nice question to make us consider, Celia. I'm ...Nice question to make us consider, Celia. I'm always passionate about my work and I'm often obsessive, but. That's when I get the most done and I love being obsessive, but I also know when it's time to back away and revive in between obsessive spurts.<br /><br />Good to think about :-)LK Hunsakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10706929624587891992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-59676547539157975092010-05-17T11:28:50.321-05:002010-05-17T11:28:50.321-05:00I'm always talking about being obsessed with w...I'm always talking about being obsessed with writing, and constantly being corrected that I'm passionate, not obsessive. I still don't see the difference.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-23925720857215361862010-05-16T13:03:38.274-05:002010-05-16T13:03:38.274-05:00MARIANNE--thanks for the compliment and for visiti...MARIANNE--thanks for the compliment and for visiting. CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-26644183252047354182010-05-16T13:02:45.197-05:002010-05-16T13:02:45.197-05:00MARY--well said! CeliaMARY--well said! CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-30019286343097013392010-05-16T13:02:08.435-05:002010-05-16T13:02:08.435-05:00CHIRON--right. There are different kinds of obsess...CHIRON--right. There are different kinds of obsessions. Much of this information came from my discussion with my small writing group.. We talked for a hour about this, and they were shooting ideas and thoughts to me very fast--thanks for coming by--CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-12554225283843081692010-05-15T20:57:57.324-05:002010-05-15T20:57:57.324-05:00Such a fine line between passion and obsession. Gr...Such a fine line between passion and obsession. Great post!!!Marianne Evanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05729453143807888867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-19624476033558268532010-05-15T13:22:23.634-05:002010-05-15T13:22:23.634-05:00I so get it!I so get it!Mary Ricksenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12676306822821614446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-48046666002469084962010-05-15T12:33:56.804-05:002010-05-15T12:33:56.804-05:00Wow. Certainly a lot to think about. Passion, good...Wow. Certainly a lot to think about. Passion, good. Obsession, maybe not. :-D <br /><br />When I think of obsession, I also consider the all-encompassing need that can lead to desperate acts. When a scorned lover shoots another or a person targeting a competitor or rival for a position, these are definite acts of obsession. Very scary stuff. <br /><br />So a person obsessed can not only harm his or herself, but anyone who stands in the way. <br /><br />Very, very thought provoking, Celia. Thanks for this!!<br /><br />--ChironChironhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03350218547511690377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-10185647410404472412010-05-14T16:10:47.621-05:002010-05-14T16:10:47.621-05:00Keena--obsessive passion? Perfect definition that ...Keena--obsessive passion? Perfect definition that probably fits most of us. I try so hard not to appear obsessive, because in truth, I do have a touch of that. Thanks--CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-61069084377752083702010-05-14T16:09:11.229-05:002010-05-14T16:09:11.229-05:00William--You've raised a point that hadn't...William--You've raised a point that hadn't occurred to me. I admit, I have held a special piece of writing close to my chest, hanging on for dear life, fearful of allowing anyone to see it.Each time I'd think of a friend I might ask to read it, I'd find some reason why she wasn't the best choice--usually that she knew more than I did.Thank you for commenting--CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-54161180344234536032010-05-13T20:48:07.733-05:002010-05-13T20:48:07.733-05:00Oh, Celia, you've picked a fabulous topic and ...Oh, Celia, you've picked a fabulous topic and you laid it out so clearly. Passion vs obsession. Passionate obsession? Obsessive passion? Most likely, I'm on the obsessive side of that line, although I've learned how to manage myself over the years so I don't get lost in the obsession.Keena Kincaidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15985958126062809043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-55432435879124678282010-05-13T20:21:18.297-05:002010-05-13T20:21:18.297-05:00Hi Celia,
There's another type of writing rel...Hi Celia,<br /><br />There's another type of writing related obsession; where we hold onto a work or become so attached to a character or idea that, even when completed, we fear letting it go. Not the fear of rejection... that's normal, especially for young or new writers. Instead, the obsessive fear that what we have created will somehow change or be perverted if we allow an editor or publisher to "have their way" with it.<br /><br />A similar example would be as related to the response from the editor in you article. Instead of getting to the task of editing, the idea that your manuscript could be anything but perfect or flawless is beyond imagining. In that respect, I'm reminded of how Mozart felt about the suggestion his work was anything other than perfect at first writing.<br /><br />Thanks for the piece.<br /><br />Williambutlerwmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15665782190769040958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-10558443875606881132010-05-13T19:07:43.147-05:002010-05-13T19:07:43.147-05:00SANDY--I was thinking along that line, too. But I ...SANDY--I was thinking along that line, too. But I realize there are degrees of obsession, the level most of us might fall into if we did become slightly "obsessed." I was specifically thinking of Van Gogh--was there any painter as obsessed as he? I think not, but I may be wrong. thanks for stopping by--CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-67564496795169487202010-05-13T17:43:08.390-05:002010-05-13T17:43:08.390-05:00Celia,
What a great post. I believe obsession tak...Celia,<br /><br />What a great post. I believe obsession takes you into madness and many of the great painters and authors were mad, alcoholics and other things.Sandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01843816981385732033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-78229731238972379052010-05-13T16:35:30.260-05:002010-05-13T16:35:30.260-05:00Hi, Evie--oh, that sounds familiar! A common trait...Hi, Evie--oh, that sounds familiar! A common trait among authors--we're a hard-headed bunch, though, and just try, try again. Thanks for your comment--CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-17327943565549559642010-05-13T16:34:08.951-05:002010-05-13T16:34:08.951-05:00Thanks, Caroline--Probably we've all stepped i...Thanks, Caroline--Probably we've all stepped into obsession more than once.I know I have, but since it makes me physically sick, now, with my older wisdom, I try to keep an even pace. Can't alwasy, though.CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-24233093579988745382010-05-13T15:47:39.250-05:002010-05-13T15:47:39.250-05:00Hi Celia,
I am a passionate writer, definitely, b...Hi Celia,<br /><br />I am a passionate writer, definitely, but I used to obsess over it in the beginning. I was so DETERMINED to complete that first novel and submit it, because I was deluded into believing everyone would want to buy that first novel. *shakes head* I am so happy to have regained my balance and my sanity and peace with my family. :D<br /><br />Great post.<br /><br />~ EvieMrs. Sanchezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00359472267780620110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-2653654884474106362010-05-13T15:43:55.401-05:002010-05-13T15:43:55.401-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Mrs. Sanchezhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00359472267780620110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-240089696943092732010-05-13T15:43:26.480-05:002010-05-13T15:43:26.480-05:00Hmmm, I may have stepped into obsession once or tw...Hmmm, I may have stepped into obsession once or twice. Mostly, I think I am passionate about my work. Great article!Caroline Clemmonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14914658854159456335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-15028273308299718772010-05-13T15:17:02.502-05:002010-05-13T15:17:02.502-05:00BEKKI--I bet you couldn't move afterwards! Tha...BEKKI--I bet you couldn't move afterwards! That's incrediable, but I understand anger as a driving force, too, although not very much. I like your definition in the first sentence--you hit it dead on. Thanks--CeliaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16272417114895975742noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8058304572077474516.post-12788820346703767492010-05-13T14:46:27.758-05:002010-05-13T14:46:27.758-05:00I think for me an obsession is anything that super...I think for me an obsession is anything that supercedes anything else and passion is an underlying player.<br /><br />Many years ago I wrote a 150,000 word story in 76 straight hours. Anger was my driving force. It gave me a storyline that couldn't wait.Bekki Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01437144729824303058noreply@blogger.com