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How to Develop a Habit of Writing

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By Patricia Gilliam
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Even for those of us who find writing fun, it can sometimes be hard to establish a habit of doing it while working on a novel or other large project. In this article, I'll show you how you can develop a steady habit of writing.

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • The desire to be able to write regularly and without the feeling of writer's block
  1. Step 1

    Set Aside a Particular Part of the Day for Writing

    Some people think better in the morning and others do at night. Try a few different times if possible to see what works best for you.

  2. Step 2

    Be Consistent in Your Writing Time

    Initially the idea you may want to pursue may not flow, so starting off with smaller projects--articles, short stories, etc.--will still help you as well. It takes roughly 21 days to get a habit established, and while things in life tend to come up it will help you hold to this as much as possible.

  3. Step 3

    Keep Writing on Your Mind Even if It's Not the Designated Time in Front of Your Computer

    I gather ideas throughout the day and write them down. This makes the time I'm typing things out more productive. Even if you like using a computer, notebooks help because you can sketch and brainstorm with a lot less limitations.

  4. Step 4

    Keep Things Around You That Help Your Creativity

    My office is slightly messy, but I always have things within reach that can spark my thinking--magazines, books, photos, etc. A small filing cabinet and a bulletin board come in handy as well.

  5. Step 5

    If Ideas Aren't Coming, Change Your Routine Instead of Stop Writing

    Go outside or to a busier location. Like time of day, sometimes people function better in different types of environments.

    I hope you've found these tips helpful to you! Good luck and best wishes!

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