How to Write More Without Overthinking Everything

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A few weeks ago, I relocated from California to North Carolina.

With our four kids, my wife and I drove for five days across the United States. From random weird hotels to crazy thunderstorms, we experienced new adventures as a family. And I loved every minute of it.

It also forced me to take a break from my writing. Since I’ve slowed down, I’ve realized how hard it is to speed back up. I’ve had to relearn the basics of building a writing habit.

I’m reminding myself of how to write more without overthinking everything.

I like to do that by giving myself these three reminders.

1. You’re Not a Perfect Writer. You’re a Consistent Writer

I remind myself, especially after a long break, that I’m not a perfect writer. I’m a consistent writer.

I showed up every day on Medium for six months to write about copywriting and writing habits. I’ve done it before. And I can do it again.

It reminds me of one of my favorite quotes:

“I don’t have talent. I just get up earlier.”