Quick Motivators - For When You Don't Feel Like Writing
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It’s July! Happy Summer! The weather is warmer, it is vacation time, and I have the urge to go outside and do something. Sometimes, it’s hard to keep your writing routine on track. Here are few ideas that might help.
Get up earlier than normal to start your writing session. Sometimes, it helps if you finish earlier in the day, and there’s still time to do something else.
Or flip your day, so you’re inside writing during the hottest part of the afternoon.
Editing/revising is the hardest part for me. I really have to focus (and stay focused) to make sure all the changes are made. I usually reward myself with a social media break, a walk outside, or a quick research break after I hit a milestone in the process.
If I really can’t concentrate, I put on my noise-cancelling headphones and listen to relaxing music. I have playlists for every mood (and writing task).
I always keep a few, small pieces of chocolate on my desk for writing sessions. It’s a nice pick-me-up.
Take an exercise break when you need to get up and stretch. There are plenty of chair yoga and chair stretch videos online to get your endorphins going.
And don’t forget to celebrate when you hit your milestones or make your goals.
What would you add to my list?
