[spaceman10]

I agree. I keep a journal, which used to be a daily practice for the past 2 years up until April. The reason for the change was that my morning routine was swapped around.

When I was writing daily, it was to capture moments and ideas that were sure to be forgotten. When Writing I don't pretend that it will be a great work at some point. I write because it is satisfying to me and at times my mind will wander when writing; it is at these times that I find really interesting ideas to capture my imagination... and I write them down.

Now, with a different schedule, I write every 2 or 3 days and it is still meaningful and expressive.

My perspective on the article is that the author was really excited about what worked for them... but failed to consider that everyone has a different approach. I think they are right that you need to be fluid; and use that to try different approaches to writing consistently and finding your muse. Most importantly... find a way to enjoy the work.

[criddell]

Just out of curiosity, do you write with paper and pen or do you have a journal.txt file somewhere?

I suspect there's something about the mechanics of writing that is more beneficial, but I can type at about twice the speed that I can write...

[spaceman10]

I couldn't agree more with your sentiment on the mechanics. By using a physical object to manipulate the medium, I am slowed down; where with typing I am a blur of output.

With the manipulation of pen and paper, I have to think slower and hold onto an idea in a different manner; my thoughts have to be thought about.