That Tickle on the Back of Your Neck

Today I want to talk about listening to your sixth sense.

That little voice inside you that for no reason tells you to go inside and lock the door and don't stop to get the mail first.

The same little voice that sometimes tells you where to turn when you're lost.

The voice that is mysteriously silent when you can't find your keys.

Take your inner voice people watching. Does it tell you something about the people who cross your path that is different from what your eyes, ears, and nose tell you?

Reflections from your inner voice can always add at least one layer to your characterization.

Listen to this voice when you're stuck. Does it tell you to make your character drive across the bridge when he's supposed to show up in court? Or maybe it tells you to have your character make a phone call, but it doesn't tell you who she's supposed to call.

Just have her pick up the phone and punch in a number. You might be surprised by who answers.

Trust this voice.

What have you got to lose?