The fall season is slowly settling in. This is a great season to reflect and reset. It’s also a great time to renew your commitment to your writing project and look forward to cozy fall writing days. Pumpkin latte, fuzzy socks, comfy blanket to go with your writing time?
Many people feel like they might be falling behind on their writing projects. When fall arrives, it feels like the holidays are on the horizon followed by the new year. Take a step back. You have three wonderful months of fall writing days to enjoy. Get ready for some good writing times.
Remember, progress happens when you’re thinking about your book or blog, jotting down notes, looking through photos, taking in life’s moments—it’s all progress toward your writing project.
Breathe for a moment and take note of the progress you’ve made. Renew your commitment to keep going. Remember that sentences become paragraphs that become pages, one word at a time. Creative activities and jotting down notes build writing skills. You’re exactly where you need to be.
Now that you’ve taken a breath and realized you are on the right path, take a simple step forward into your fall writing season. You can choose one of these steps or one of your own:
- Write a paragraph this week.
- Re-read the last page you wrote.
- Jot down one memory, scene, or idea.
- Stir your creativity—take a walk in nature, color a picture, or listen to a music playlist.
Celebrate your first fall steps toward your writing project. You’re not behind—you’re exactly where you need to be. You have a great fall writing season ahead of you. Your book or blog hasn’t gone away—it’s right here waiting for you. Embrace the season and enjoy it.
Janet Eriksson 