I feel a big part of being a writer is planning what you're going to write rather than writing it. It is really rewarding for a reader to read something that is clearly well thought, and I believe it's always easy to tell when an author has done a work of exploration. So, don't underestimate your job just because of the amount of words you wrote. It is much more than that, you did great

@greyfox4838

2 жыл бұрын

"I feel like the big part of being a writer is the non-writing rather than the writing" lol, whatever you need to tell yourself to justify not writing anything, planning does not happen independently of writing, planning happens when you're writing and deciding what sticks and what doesn't

@yeehaw6370

2 жыл бұрын

@@greyfox4838 Some people prefer to write with the guidance of a more concrete and detailed plan. Others prefer to make up things for their stories on the spot in the middle of writing. It's all just personal preference dude, no need to get all pissy

@christy-anne-jones

2 жыл бұрын

@@greyfox4838 I think it's important to remember that everyone works differently. In my opinion, there's a lot more to writing than just sitting in front of a computer screen and typing. Planning, research, analysis of other forms of creative media, lived experience (and so much more) all feed into it. The 18 months I spent planning this story, researching this story and developing this story BEFORE I got the headspace to write it has been essential to the process.

@rolanddeschain6089

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, some of the best known, most brilliant authors in the history of literature would contradict you there. For them, it is/was about the flow. The irrepressible power of imagination. Planning meant/means for them to limit themselves. As if you see a loved one again after a long time and then, when you run towards each other, make a plan how to hug, when to kiss, how and for how long. Their stories and characters need to breathe, not move along a framework. But of course that doesn't mean in any way that it's the "right" way to write. Some authors make detailed plans. Some don't. For others it's a mix.

@syasyaishavingfun

2 жыл бұрын

I read webnovels and weekly mangas, some writers can make it work not having a plan and just write whatever cool thing they can think of (usually the novels/mangas are just wishfulfillment powertrip so plot doesn't matter much, for example One Piece), while others crash and burn when they write themselves into a corner. But some of them are clearly planned from the start and the story is always the most satisfying, like Attack on Titan. But whatever you do, just have fun.

You gotta remember Murakami said this is a challenge for a set period of time. He said up to 6 months. So if you start small at one week at a time, could you eventually do it for one month? 3 months? on and on... 🤔 Also, for Murakami 5-10am is his work! He spends the rest of the day chillin'. So to try this on top of a full-time job is even more strenuous. Plus if you have a family, there's additional obligations to attend to. I think you did an excellent run at this challenge, so please give yourself a pat on the back ❤

@kerrykennedy_author

Жыл бұрын

totally agree. Working full time and trying to do this challenge it's like doing nanowrimo it can be really hard work. Getting up early is find but you know it can actually put pressure on your entire body as the heart needs more rest. So take that into consideration too. For me I used to get up and write at 5 a.m before work and then running etc. I'm actually able to write now 20K words/week by writing in the evening after work and spending time on the weekend and longer stint on the Wednesday.

@kerrykennedy_author

Жыл бұрын

I am patting myself on the back, wow to be able to chill after 10H would be fantastic. Have a super great Friday

@Ssaidak

7 ай бұрын

Well, Murakami is an athlete too. He trains usually between 6 and over 9 pm. Then he writes till 4 or 5. In the afternoon he makes swimming training too. He is always training for 2 marathons and one triatlon by year.

I am not very physically strong girl, so according to Haruki Murakami, I probably won't be able to finish writing this comme.....😅

@imaginationsmusic1985

2 жыл бұрын

*quickly goes to Jaroslava and starts CPR* 🤣

@ameliaporter98

2 жыл бұрын

Nice 👌🏼

@Nina21_

2 жыл бұрын

😂 nice one ! The same would happen to me xD

@zephyrlee9762

2 жыл бұрын

*pant, pant*

@fairyfarms

2 жыл бұрын

same haha

Interestingly in Japan durring summer szn we have Tsuyu (rainy szn) so there are many dayz of rain and even though its summer it can be very cloudy during the mornings. I think gives a degree of ambiance that makes waking up in the early time of the morning during a rainy day very romantic.

@pumpkinwaffles7569

2 жыл бұрын

Isn't it harder to wake up and be wide awake during a rainy day? I just feel very sleepy during rain, so interested how it works when you have rain *every day*

@finaya

2 жыл бұрын

Aw, that sounds so lovely!

@ManSeekingMeaning

Жыл бұрын

Love this, thanks for the additional insight.

@VidaBlue317

Жыл бұрын

I lived in Seattle, USA, and the soft pitter-patter of the rain on the window ledge - ohh so comforting. New arrivals to the city often hated Seattle's 9 months straight of cloudy drizzle (I think the record is like 57 rainy days in a row). But it's rarely hard or thunderous, and it always felt like a soothing natural metronome to me.

@indiatastic

Жыл бұрын

​@Pumpkin waffles in Seattle we have a lot of days where it's cloudy and drizy weeks straight, but it doesn't get super cold so it's a tradeoff as a Wisconsinborn

Also try the Brandenson Routine! ... he wakes up at 1pm.. then does some writing till the evening. Takes some family time. Then he games all night ... and then he sleeps till noon again. I prefer that one a lot more. I'll run when I'm dead thank you

@jamesradcliffe6103

Жыл бұрын

He actually does a second 4 hour jag after family time when he's working, so he puts in a solid 8 hours. Sorry to disappoint.

@3choblast3r4

Жыл бұрын

@@jamesradcliffe6103 completely misread and thought you meant Sanderson jogged after family time for 4 hours lol... Yeah maybe he works more, maybe he takes some time off. Maybe he games when he wakes and then works later. It doesn't really matter. The point is he does what he likes to do, whenever he likes to do it. He just happens to really really love writing. For him writing is likely as exciting as gaming

@Robyamdam

Жыл бұрын

and you wonder why you're depressed

@3choblast3r4

Жыл бұрын

@@Robyamdam I'm gonna assume that you came here somehow from another comment of mine? It might not be a smart idea to judge people based on a joke comment.

@t0dd000

Жыл бұрын

​@@3choblast3r4One would think that, as a writer, writing is as exciting as gaming. Heh. More so, actually. Definitely more rewarding.

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this. I couldn’t do it in my 20s. By my early 40s, I loved it. Now if I sleep in (like, while visiting fam at Xmas or something), I feel off. I just love dawn, and writing while the light comes up, and having the written allocation done before the day starts. Different life stages bring different needs and preferences. Also, to get a long form work drafted with a demanding full time job (uni lecturer) I had to be ruthless with ‘when’. This was such an awesome chance to live vicariously- 🙏

I’m only sixteen but I’ve been working on novels for a little over a year now, and it’s currently summer so I’m going to try to make some kind of routine! Usually, I just write when I feel like it but that doesn’t seem to be working very well. Your videos are very inspiring!!

@NububuChan

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@princessthyemis

2 жыл бұрын

Here's an EXCELLENT tip I picked up: write 15 minutes a day to get you into the zone! Even if it's just fifteen minutes or you get inspired to write more, it's a fantastic way to make a routine. Another similar piece of advice I picked up recently blew my mind: just write three sentences. Just three! They'll get your curiosity, motivation, and creative drive all fired up! The best of luck!

@ratthatsmilesback7772

2 жыл бұрын

@@princessthyemis I’ll def try this, thank you so much!!

@Ruylopez778

2 жыл бұрын

I recommend the video 'Turning Pro' by Storytellers. It explains Steven Pressfield's book about 'resistance'. Essentially, a 'professional' mindset still feels fear, (resistance) but they do it anyway, knowing that inspiration will come after they start, where the 'amateur' will wait for "inspiration" and spend time procrastinating or never even start. Joyce Carol Oates also has great advice on routines (such as morning pages). Of course, not everyone can fit into routines, and that's OK, too.

@amandine2153

2 жыл бұрын

@@Ruylopez778 Haha, i do that exact same procrastinating thing waiting for inspiration to hit, but i find that more ideas arise as I'm writing the segment rather than waiting for weeks or even months to come to a small conclusion. I thought that was a reckless thing to do so I've been stopping myself from it, but if that's what you meant, I now know to do it more often so thanks lol

it is incredible the perseverance you have on this one!! As a night owl naturally myself as well, I totally admire that you went through with this.

@christy-anne-jones

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It was such a challenge hahah 💀

@KathleenxCatherine

2 жыл бұрын

@@christy-anne-jones Well, thank you for pushing though. it is a video that I believe that many of us needed as a motivation as well!

This video was so cozy, I love the warm and low light throughout. This reminded me of getting up super early when I'd procrastinated on uni papers or to study for an exam last minute

As a student i have wake at 3:am to do anything writting related, thats to say i don't hang out with friends or family 🥂 i got stuck again and was searching up for some videos and your videos popped up. Im so happy

Christy your channel is the epitome of bookish love! You serve us with such glorious content! Thank you and have a blessed life!🌸

@christy-anne-jones

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊💛

Yes, I think a key component is getting up with the sun (not a clock), and that it's for a "season" of focused writing, instead of doubling up on workload at the expense of sleep, food, and activity. Back when I was a runner (I can't do high impact activities anymore, for various medical reasons), I always ate a little something first.

I think this routine would be easier with a novel (compared to articles or short stories), because you can just pick up where you left off. It reminds me of Hemingway's advice; do your writing in the morning, and then spend the rest of the day doing something other than thinking about your writing. I remember reading a quote somewhere about how much Murakami writes in a day, and it's not an insane amount of words for the length of time. And it sounds like he then has to revise quite a lot. I think it's a pretty easy routine if we assume that much of that writing will get cut or revised. Perhaps it's just about hitting the flow state and not worrying too much about output quality?

@xatrionx

Жыл бұрын

i do think your question has a veiled answer in his interview statement. from mesmerization springs flow.. good catch

This is the first video of yours I am watching, and let me tell you I'M IMPRESSED! Your shots are glorious, the lights are on point, quality is insane and everything is just so esthetically beautiful. I really appreciate the good work! Also kudos for the routine

It’s so interesting to see you doing this challenge.😆 Sometimes I think doing challenge is also a good way to learn that you are NOT able to do something, and instead, to find the ways that suit you best.

My brother just chose What I Talk About When I Talk About Running for our family book club. I'm looking forward to it.

As someone who's not good with routines and an ''all over the place'' person too, i'm so proud of you Christy ! You did great 👏

Well done, Christy. I think it's safe to say getting up early (I'm thinking 7am!) helps provide time to get everything done, but getting up too early is counterproductive, as it means you're too tired to enjoy the day. Cool challenge though :-)

All those routines are well and good, but I've always seen that the "work" activity is missing. Having special routines of waking up at 4am and such are good for people who can live from their writing and also live in a quiet place where they can sleep whenever they need it, but for those who still have to keep a "real job" to pay the bills and have to live in apartments where neighbors won't shut up until almost midnight and ther's constant activity in the early morning... it's a bit tricky. Just search what works for you.

I sincerely admire your ability to leap into this schedule rhythm. I cook for a living, Four 12 hour days on, each starting at 5am, three days off. It took some getting into the swing of. haha I also love Murakami. The first book of his that I fell in love with was 'Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World'. There was no turning back after that. Your channel is wonderful. I love your content.

This is sooo cozy and inspiring! After watching this video, I lit a candle and sat down at the kitchen table to write. Thank you, Christy!!

I read my first Murakami novel a few days ago and I got really interested in him, his brain, values etc. It's all so fascinating. Thanks for this, i love routines and I think this is kinda good too --getting up early, exercising, jazz and sleeping early, I love this stuff. Thank for creating this

This video was very creatively stimulating for me, it has also made me miss having cozy quiet mornings again.

Heey, nice experiment :) but I am sure Haruki Murakami actually wakes up this early because of the sunrise, not the hour itself. It would be cool to see if you wake up with the sun. Here is a quote of his from South of the Border, West of the Sun - "Every morning, when the sun rises in the east, you go out to work in your fields. When it's directly overhead, you take a break for lunch. When it sinks in the west, you go home to sleep..."

@Ssaidak

7 ай бұрын

He says he maintains the some routine in all the seasons, and thinks half of his life as a writer or more he has been living in Boston. Boston or Tokyo, in winter you dont see the sun arises at the some time. You dont see the sun in Tokyo till 8 or more in the winter. And also he is always saying that the first thing he does everyday its training for the next marathon and triatlon, and that you need be there before there a lot of people in the parks. Sometimes he runs in the afternoon too, but he is usually training in the morning till 8 or 9. Depends of the phase of the training.

@Ssaidak

7 ай бұрын

and also say that he past part of his life writing in the morning after closing the bar, and also in the bar when was quiet. sleeping by day and being awake all night working, smoking insanely, in a night bar when they have a lot of underground moments, as its having a night bar in Kabukicho, known by being the yakuza district. So one day he decided leaving smoking and at the some time have a pretty healthy life. But he passed a lot of years sleeping by day and having a lot of action in the nights.

I'm preparing myself for Camp Nanowrimo in july, so this was super entertaining. I love the feeling of community I get from writer social media because it can be so so isolating. Thanks Christy :)

@christy-anne-jones

2 жыл бұрын

Oh that's exciting! Best of luck with your writing 😊💛

I'm so glad you did the challenge! I've been aware of other Booktubers doing it, but none of them have read Murakami like you have, so I've been waiting for this video of yours without knowing it. :D This was fantastic. Excellent work!

I love to watch her face again and again. Such a positive being with positive vibration. Thanks for inpsiring our lives.

I thrive as a night owl. However, have to say that getting up early on the weekend (I wake up before 6am for work on weekdays) to exercise before the daytime heat sets in made SUCH a difference in my day, that I am making it a goal to do so on the weekends. It's sickening, I don't know who I am. But all to say, thanks for filming the challenge - we can all relate on some level

@Ssaidak

7 ай бұрын

Also Murakami was living in the night for years.

Thank you so much everyone for the love on this video! 💛💛 Travel with me to Japan!! Now open to book! ~ bit.ly/3NoyR5G

@sobrevivirparacontarla2237

2 жыл бұрын

I'm from Ecuador. Can I go?

@christy-anne-jones

2 жыл бұрын

@@sobrevivirparacontarla2237 Absolutely! The trip doesn't include flights so anyone from anywhere can go 😊

@wilkinsonrg

2 жыл бұрын

I would love to go, but here in Florida I'm 13 hours behind Tokyo... I'd be getting over my jet lag just as the trip would be ending! 😅

I loved watching this! “Listening to jazz music” really got me ahahah

turning the internet off was a stroke of a brilliance!! I swear it sounds so silly but that's why I can never get up early !! I'm too tired that early to resist --- thank you for the video, it was quite lovely

First video I've seen of yours, loved it! I'd love to see more writing and reading-related challenges (esp. those that don't glorify overwork).

this video feels magical

I love the internet and I love that I've arrived here. Subscribed

I love this so much. It almost felt like ASMR in terms of how chill and comforting it was, plus there was so much substance in this video. New sub, and excited to binge your other vids c:

I remember that the video that got me into your channel was your 5am writing routine. It was my introduction to day in the life type of videos. Thanks, Christy! ♥️

I love your dedication Christy, I would not be able to do this at all.

Girl looking at the hard work you gave in this video I think it's underrated.I just have this thing to share,Here you talk about writing as a thoughtful,planned process...and I'm hearing all this when I don't even journal on a daily basis.But I want to get into the habit of writing so well thought process kinda freaks me out.Can you make a video on this topic/What were the things that helped you got started

Your vlogs are so relaxing and nice. Love the calm, bookish feeling here!

I can't believe you did the challenge! I find Murakami's method quite exciting. I'm similar to you, when to write, when to work and then still have a fresh mind for it. There's a thought bubbling up in my head to do this challenge too.... haha 🤭

I'm a Japanese subscriber! Hope you'll have a lovely trip in Japan ☺️🫶

I would like too thank you not only for introducing me to Mr. Murakami's work, but also showing me he's way of doing things, especially the part you read where he talks about how the repetition is more important do too the mesmerization of it, and it makes perfect sense too me thank you

I love writing at 3-4 in the morning, but as a night owl of course it means it's a night routine for me. I usually feel beautifully drained afterwards and fall asleep hopefully before dawn. Hard in summer.

@circleofleaves2676

2 жыл бұрын

I find that my best writing often happens around 1am.

@Ssaidak

7 ай бұрын

In his essays books Murakami is always talking about he is running every morning till 8 or 9. Then writing till 4 or 5 and running or swimming. But he is always talking about his morning training and that he is always writing after hours of exercise.

4am is a magic hour. It's so quiet. It's dark to a subtle glow in the summer time. But, to do for any length of time, you have to go to bed at a reasonable hour. 4am and 5am is our more natural clock, of course. I got up at 5am sharp for a couple decades. Now, I'm more lazy and out of tune. It also helps to delay food to 10 or 11am and keep it to two meals. I eat at 11am and 6pm. Also, this routine is harder for young adults and teens since they generally require more sleep. So that's an add-on to your struggles.

I literally just ordered a bunch of his work lol. Talk about perfect timing. Great video 💕

Oh, I really enjoyed watching that video!I'm in a very busy week of writing, and your video inspired me. I'd love to see more writing challenge videos!

That kettle is so freaking cool, ngl.

The filming and editing are so beautiful. ❤

Her laugh when she realised what she put herself through it's basically my laugh every single day when I tell myself I will go to bed early. Loved it!

I used to have a really early morning writing routine when I was writing my phd thesis, too : wake up at 4 AM, working from 4:30 to 12 and then rest (or walk, or go see people) the rest of the day until 7:30 PM ^^ (I need my 8hours of sleep) This kind of rythm would have been really hard to maintain if I've had another work on top of that, like you ; and I think it probably would be hard to keep it if you don't have a big project going on : since my phd defense, I'm not able to wake up before 7AM despite still heading to my bed early : I think doing that everyday for months and months is probably difficult to sustain. I did it for five years, and I"m SO happy to wake up "late" at 7AM now *w*

@Ssaidak

7 ай бұрын

but Murakami wakes up for training for marathons. He starts writtng over 9 am till 4 or 5 pm.

Hi I'm Japanese living near Tokyo and I'm struggling to become a published writer as well. I had such a great encounter by chance to meet Mr.Haruki Murakami in a Cafe at Ebisu, a part of Tokyo, June 2009. What a coincidence! Of course he didn't know me at all. He was sitting alone on the chair facing the street and reading quietly Elmore Leonard's new release of that time. I didn't know for sure but he read "Road dogs" in English version. He hasn't translated it yet though. Anyway, please do go and stop by The Haruki Murakami Library if you go to Tokyo.

Love this

Its so satisfying when someone praises what you write. I read him an excerpt from my novel im writing and he loved it

I love this kind of videos, It's so nice

Wow Christy, I admire you so much for what you did in this video, and also hope you got the rest you needed afterwards. I do need to get back into a routine, so this was definitely good inspiration 💛 By the way, I find the part about writing articles really fascinating and would love to read them if they get published. Please keep us updated on that!

This was incredibly surreal to watch, these kinds of videos I usually attribute to people living in far off places, certainly much nicer than where I live, where they can have their cool, aesthetic lives. Then I saw the uni of Adelaide hoodie and city skyline and it confused the hell out of me. It's so amazing seeing people from my city live lives like yours, it makes me feel oddly hopeful. I love your video style, and your content, definitely subscribing :)

Sometimes you encounter those videos that make you sub to the channel in the first 15 seconds, this is one of them.

I like your desk 😍 I can just stand up when I get tired of sitting

I am a 17 year old and l writer,and also like morakami too . This video and for sure other videos is so useful and cozy and chill for me .🌌💜 Thank you!❤️

@user-eh8db8rv6j

Жыл бұрын

I am a 20 year old, but I started writing when I was 18 y.o. I took very long breaks because of disbelief in myself. And now I tried to write again and its greate. I hope you will succeed, do not give up

@hessamgatozoe

Жыл бұрын

@@user-eh8db8rv6j thank you so much, your so kind. I hope you enjoy your writing style too💜

I'll try out a different schedule to get up earlier and write! So many writers do that, writers who have morning jobs and I just really want to try this out! Thanks so much for this video, it was very inspiring!

I would have failed just the getting up part so this is super impressive haha loved the challenge and would love to see more!

this is my first time coming across your channel and all of your shots are a cinematic masterpiece!

Thank you so so _so_ much for this-- you've motivated me to start waking up earlier and putting exercise into my schedule as well, no matter how busy I get. Fingers crossed that I'll also be able to channel the energy of a 'challenge' to create a long-term, much more healthy life-and-writing routine!!

I'm so happy I found your channel! I love writing and your videos are very inspiring. Hello from Brazil!

I don't know why I got this video recommended but I also love Murakami's books and I studied Literature at university to pursue a writing career. Anyhow, just wanted to say: Greetings from Colombia 👋🏻

Love loveee the quality and the soundtracks!!

HI Christy, I really like your vlog about reading books and this Murakami wake up challlenge vlog is great !! Really motivates twice to get up early and focus on my everyday works to do in my schedule. Thanks!

Harukisan is one of my favorite writers ever!!

I love strawberry clouds so much 😍🤣🤣

I love that you did this to see how it went. I love the idea of running after your done writing/ working so might pick up the habit again

This video was so cute! Really enjoyed it. Relaxing, funny and encouraging. Gonna work on my sci-fantasy novel this afternoon and try to be productive! (Sadly for me, to do the morning writing routine means waking up around 3 AM before my 6 AM factory shift and getting perhaps 2 hrs of tired writing time, but I may try it again soon as it's worked before.)

your videos inspire me to read and try new things and have fun with it everytime. youre so genuinely fun to watch and are so lovely thank u for always making lovely videos! these challenge videos are super fun!

Reminds me of when I used to wake up every day at 4am to go to the gym. Was hell for a month or so, but did eventually get used to it. Feels good to get something out of the way before everyone else even wakes up. I gave it up after about a year (mostly because I was having a hard time going to bed early enough); maybe I'll try it again here soon.

this was so fun to watch! it kinda inspired me to try waking up early in an attempt to be more productive but..... 4AM............ :------------)

I don't think I could handle 4am, or going to bed quite so early!! My job wouldn't let me start that early as I have consultations all day and nobody would want that at 4am 😅 Although I know a couple of mums who get up that early to have some time to themselves before the kids are up. More challenges would be fun 😊 I just read my first Murakami (the running book) & thought it was great.

It’s 04:40 in the morning. And here I am sitting and learning about Murakami’s writing routine. Still haven’t been to bed yet :(

Ohhhh i love long vlogss🥰🥰😍😍😍 hope you are doing well💛

"What I talk about when I talk about running" is my FAVOURITE book!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

I really enjoyed watching this video ! Thank you 🥰

Ooooo I was just thinking about your videos the other day! So cool you have uploaded another one!

I love all your videos but this one was particularly fun! I love a good challenge video :)

Oh wow this is my first video of you and your videos are totally up my alley, so you just gained a new subbie🥰🥰

oh what a challenge!! 4am is a little agressive :D. congratulations for the effort, and for the experience.

Ooo I like this schedule. Maybe I'll give it a go, or something similar

I love this routine! But not forever. For a month or two. That's it. As a writer, I love monthly challenges.

I LooOvEe ur writing vlog!! Thnkyou for being u!✨ Hope u & ur fam stay healthy.

So glad that I just found your channel! Btw, I am loving your top in the beginning of the video :)

Thank you, Christy! It was really interesting to watch ❤️

Peanut butter in the oatmeal is definitely a baller move. Always glad to see another Murakami-stan! Great video!

Came for the dope writing vlog; subscribed for the designer board games on your bookshelf. Classy af.

Easily the best booktube video of 2022!

props to you for doing this challenge!! gosh waking up at 4am!!!!

You inspire me so much :D I am an aspiring writer from Canada. Sending you much love

It's fall here in Canada 🇨🇦 and I been trying to get up at 8:00 AM to start writing and I also Try to get a workout in too and I can't believe I get both done and sometimes I start writing at 8:00 AM and don't finish it until 2:35 AM that's what my day is like I love it that's how much I love writing 📓🖋😀🩷🩵

What I Talk About When I Talk About Running was my first Murakami's book. I fell in love with it and also started to run every morning! It was a good month, I was more happy and helped me a lot during the pandemic. Maybe I'll be running again. Great video, you did it great! Loved your channel!

oh my gosh, i might try this!!

I think there's something to finding great success on the last day of a challenge psychologically. I swear I've actually read about this before, but I'm inclined to believe you are motivated to end on the right foot, especially knowing that tomorrow you will be able to return to your comfort zone.

Idk about anyone else but writing while really tired is when I’m at my best

Thanks a lot!

So wish I could join the Japan trip. I work in a school at the moment so can't take time off during term time :( hope you run another one in future when I'm a full time writer!