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For as long as I\u2019ve been writing, I\u2019ve struggled to sit down and get motivated to write. It\u2019s an irony widespread amongst writers that we will find any way possible to avoid doing the one thing we most want to do. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As soon as I think about writing, I realize that I need to fold the laundry before it wrinkles, or return an overdue library book. When I finally sit down at the computer and open my work in progress, the blinking cursor taunts me. My brain can\u2019t quite figure out how to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve learned that I can\u2019t just wait for motivation to kick in: I have to create it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some motivational tips and tricks I\u2019ve picked up along the way:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Stick to a routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lots of writers recommend routines, and that\u2019s because it works. Getting motivated to write doesn\u2019t just happen \u2014 we must train it by giving it the space it needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Author Nicola Yoon wrote her debut novel from 4 to 6 am every day for over two years. That doesn\u2019t mean you <\/em>have to get up and write at 4 am. It’s about finding the time that suits you best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Writing in the morning<\/a> is a common routine for many writers. It’s less likely that life will interrupt you early in the day. Writing at night<\/a> works better for others as it’s the only time available after putting the kids to bed or finishing work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whatever the routine, it’s important to have defined time to write. That way, your mind and body get in the habit of showing up ready to work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Allow imperfection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I have the unfortunate habit of setting huge goals. When I fail to get up early and write the 2,000 words I’d planned before breakfast, my day crumbles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Forgive yourself if you don\u2019t hit your goal for the day or the week. Don’t beat yourself up about it. We don\u2019t have to be perfect. We just have to make progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Set reasonable goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ambition is wonderful, but if we set the goalposts too far away, it\u2019s easy for everything to feel like failure. Pay attention to what works for you<\/em>, not for all the other writers you admire. If you write 500 words, that\u2019s 500 words that didn\u2019t exist yesterday<\/strong>. Setting goals<\/a> that you can attain will get you motivated to write.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t compare yourself to someone who can bang out 5,000 words in a day. If you work better by not setting a word count goal at all, but instead giving yourself one hour to accomplish whatever happens, do that instead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set a goal that works with you and your life. It\u2019s supposed to motivate you, not make you feel bad that you didn\u2019t accomplish what you planned. Whether you set those goals with Novlr<\/a> or elsewhere, so long as you log them and keep yourself accountable, you’ll be sure to stay motivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Plan ahead<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re writing early in the morning, set things up the night before so that you\u2019re spending less time getting from your bed to your writing spot. At night, I clear off my desk and make sure my computer is charging, get my coffee maker ready, and even set out my clothes for the next day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The quicker I get to writing, the less chance for distraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. What\u2019s your carrot? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Figure out what drives you. Are you deadline-driven? Reward driven? Discover what makes you tick and lean into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re deadline-driven, set a date to share your work in progress with a friend, or find a literary magazine with a deadline for submissions. If you\u2019re reward-driven, set small rewards for making progress. It can be anything from a walk around the neighborhood to a new pair of boots; whatever fits your interests, budget, and diet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m very deadline-driven, so I use the meetings of my writing group<\/a> to push me toward completing a new story or a couple of new chapters. When I have a short story in mind, I\u2019ll research anthologies or literary magazines accepting submissions, so I know I\u2019ll have to finish and revise it before their submissions close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who gets you motivated to write? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Who are your literary heroes? Do you follow people on social media that make you think \u201cif they can do this, so can I?\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While I admire writers like Roxane Gay, I have a hard time imagining myself at her level when she seems so accomplished and prolific. Following emerging writers on social media, however, motivates me to keep going, because it\u2019s easier for me to imagine that I could eventually follow a similar path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When I see Leah Johnson, Elly Bangs, or Jeneva Rose posting about their latest successes, struggles, or thoughts on writing, it adds to my motivation to keep writing. I screenshot posts I find inspiring and useful and keep them in an album on my phone to flip through when I\u2019m feeling stuck or unmotivated. Just don’t get sucked into social media during your writing time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What motivates you to get going and keep going with your writing?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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