How do you recharge your gaming battery?

[Napftor]

I'm feeling burnt out by my freelancing. There are many books (both gaming and fiction) on my shelves I've yet to read and a campaign that needs more loving attention. And yet, as soon as a light appears at the end of the freelancing tunnel, I decide to take on 2 or 3 more projects. There's been precious few days strung together where I have just done nothing--relax with a book or go to a movie--without worrying about a looming deadline. I'm not sure how full-time writers do it but more power to them.

I don't want to quit freelancing and lose any momentum or name recognition I have. That brings me to the question at hand--how to recharge the 'ol battery? The best outlet at the moment is hiking but I'm wondering what everyone else does to regain creative strength when gaming/life seems to get you down.

 

[Nightfall]

Watch more TV and movies.

 

[Jeb McDonald]

Have you played in any games recently? That usually helps me when I'm tired of DMing. Here's sending you positive vibes!

 

[Napftor]

Have you played in any games recently? That usually helps me when I'm tired of DMing. Here's sending you positive vibes!

I did just play in a game over the weekend, but the times I do get to play are few and far between. Truth is, though, I love DMing.

As for the TV and movies, I'm waiting impatiently for Sci-Fi Friday's new season of Stargate and BSG goodness. Good suggestions.

 

[Nightfall]

Well you can always watch some anime too. Chrno Crusade for starters.

That or Burst Angel.

 

[Woas]

Read a book. There like, fun and full of ideas and stuff. All you gotta do is move your eyes and you're on an adventure! No stat blocks required.

 

[Angel Tarragon]

Rereading novels, gaming books and having an open mind to trying/watching new things.

 

[Wycen]

Try switching game systems or genres for writing. If anything you might realize why you like d20 so much.

 

[green slime]

Mrs Slime has a hand in that. And that is as much as you need to know.

 

[freebfrost]

For something different, try going to a cultural festival, a museum, or an art event.

I have found that by participating in something beyond your "normal" boundaries provides a wealth of creative ideas.