WRITING: Discipline has never really worked for me; I’ve always been a bit rebellious. Over the years, I’ve tried to write consistently each day, but I find that the muse simply can’t be forced. Since I also (...)

What discipline do you impose on yourself regarding schedules, goals, etc.?

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Discipline has never really worked for me; I’ve always been a bit rebellious. Over the years, I’ve tried to write consistently each day, but I find that the muse simply can’t be forced. Since I also have a full-time job, it can be challenging to stick to a writing schedule. I find that what helps most is being open to inspiration and willing to jot down whatever occurs to me. I like to ruminate on a story throughout the day; inevitably, something arises in my imagination so that when I do sit down to write (I tend to do it in the evening these days), the words often come rather easily because the ideas already have.