In the grand symphony of life, juggling a full-time job and a passion for writing can feel like trying to play two different tunes simultaneously. You produce unpleasant noise instead of the melodious music you hoped to produce!

  1. Creative Power of Routine

Just as J.K. Rowling penned the magical world of Hogwarts amidst the chaos of daily life, you too can find solace in routine. Carve out sacred writing time in your schedule, whether it’s early morning coffee-fueled sessions or late-night writing marathons. Consistency is your best friend in the battle against time constraints.

  1. Manage Micro Moments

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, every spare moment is a potential treasure trove for creativity. Channel your inner Hemingway during lunch breaks or commute time, jotting down ideas on your phone or scribbling plot points on napkins. Remember, Rome wasn’t built in a day, but it was built during stolen moments of inspiration.

  1. Be Realistic

Stephen King didn’t write “The Shining” in a day, and neither should you expect to finish your masterpiece overnight. Set achievable writing goals that align with your schedule and energy levels. Whether it’s a page a day or a chapter a week, progress, no matter how small, is still progress.

  1. Enjoy the Process

Some authors produce a book every six months. Paulo Coelho releases one book every two years. Harper Lee produced one—yes ONE—stunning masterpiece in her entire life! Enjoy the process of writing, of becoming who you are becoming.

  1. Say No

Master the art of saying no. It is a writer’s superpower. Replace FOMO (fear of missing out) with JOMO (joy of missing out). Protect your time and guard it fiercely. You must do the things others won’t do, to live the life others won’t.

  1. Find Your Tribe

Even solitary writers like Harper Lee and Emily Dickinson found solace in the company of fellow wordsmiths. Surround yourself with supportive writing buddies or join online communities to share successes, seek advice, and commiserate over rejection letters. Remember, you need not be alone on this journey.

  1. Celebrate Victories

In the marathon of writing, every word typed and every plot twist conquered is a victory worth celebrating. Treat yourself to a fancy coffee, indulge in a writing-themed movie night, or simply pat yourself on the back for showing up and putting pen to paper.

Finding a balance between your day job and your writing aspirations needs abnormal discipline and focus. Don’t let anyone tell you it is going to be easy. It will not. It will take more out of you than you’ll find convenient to give. But the things it takes out of you is the stuff you needed to get rid of, anyway.

Find your own pace. It could be two hours every morning while your mind is fresh. It could be a 12-hour marathon every weekend. It could be one entire week/weekend each month. It could be speaking into your voice notes app as you go for your walk in the pre-dawn blush of cool mornings. Or it is all of those things.

As long as some progress happens, you’re on track. Everyone knows that the highest mountains are conquered by just putting one foot in front of another.

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Mother of three adult humans. An idealistic, outspoken woman of scrupulous integrity, in love with words. A storyteller who enjoys crocheting tales. And a passionate bibliophile, of course.