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How to Write When You Feel Like Crap

In today’s episode of WEN, we’re chatting about a problem that plagues the uber-productive but that is not often talked about… how do I write when I feel like crap?

December 9, 2022 by Hilary Lauren Jastram Leave a Comment

We are all exposed to feeling under the weather, depressed, and unsure of what we are going to write about. When you dive into writing there can be distractions that easily fade into the picture. Even the best writers and authors get stuck in a funk. How are you going to take action and control?

What You’ll Learn:

Get comfortable. Prepare ahead for the time you are about to put into your work.
Get dressed – It’s ok to dress casually and comfortably but remember you’re working, not hanging out watching tv, or taking a nap.
Implement breaks that can keep your head clear and your mind focused
Delegate with yourself. What work comes first–what do you need to accomplish before moving on with your day.
Be sure to implement a deadline schedule for yourself so that you aren’t cramming everything at the last minute.
Make sure you’re writing about something you are passionate about. It’s important to love what you do
Do not sit there and feed yourself negative judgment.
Understand the process and learn to enjoy it. As you continue into your writing you are constantly changing.
Be consistent- Flow with what is on your mind but also be sure to keep the consistent values that you have in your writing.

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You’ve already lived what you’ve experienced.

It’s time to write it to life!

See you on the next episode!

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This post was previously published on Bookmark Publishing House.

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About Hilary Lauren Jastram

Freelance Minnesota writer, author and die-hard word nerd, Hilary Lauren Jastram reads grammatical reference books in her spare time.

She is the author of Killing Karl, a story about a career killer masquerading as an everyday man, and his wife trying desperately to live in denial. She also operates J. Hill Marketing, a business specializing in digital media, copywriting and editorial services.

Her second book, Sick Success: The Entrepreneur's Prescription to Turning Pain into Purpose and Profit is on Amazon.

She cannot stop writing. She simply has no control over love. And that is what writing is … love. Like any other kind of passion.

You can follow with Hilary on Twitter and Facebook.