Every time I turn on the tele I find a new makeover show. If not a full show dedicated to some one's transformation - at least portions of a show dedicated to some one's transformation. From the long awaited removal of her mullet, to helping a hoarder once again find the counter top in his kitchen...all the same underlying theme. It really is possible to get yourself out of a rut with a little bit of help and belief in yourself. And I'm not gonna lie to you....I often find myself caught up in the excitement of it all! So, I'm in a bit of a rut - and I've decided that I will try to apply some of the principles that I've learned from makeover television - to my own makeover. It is not, however, a makeover to change my hair or clothing nor is it a makeover to help me sort through the massive mess in my shed. It is a makeover for my writing! So my journey begins... First, I've noticed that in most cases it takes someone else to point out that you have a problem. So, I take one of my worst reviews (and there have been a few...) and I use this as my launching pad for what will be a new me! One of the critiques is my grammar (for which there is no excuse and I am terribly ashamed of). I take a look at my writing and try to find my grammatical errors. I am sure that I won't be successful at this (since I didn't notice them in the first place) - but then as I really read over and over, I am amazed to see the errors!! Like someone telling me that I need porcelain veneers to make my smile look half-decent - I do my best to correct my grammar in my previous work. It can't change what has already gone to print - but it feels great, nonetheless. So, one by one I go through the review and I edit my work. I am amazed at how this process is working! I really am beginning to feel a transformation!
So, what is it about this makeover mania that we all find so appealing? I am sure it is that we can all relate on some level to wanting to change the things about yourself that you're not satisfied with. Be it your hair, your job or, in my case, your writing - it really can get you out of a rut.
So, I challenge you to find where you might be needed a bit of a makeover of your own. How might it change your writing or your second grade bowl cut - the possibilities are endless...