As the years go by, I actively and consciously learn more and more about myself, specifically the way I work. Years back I used to write monthly todo lists, I didn't realise it at the time but I was mimicking things I'd seen other people do. Sort of like people that are organised and productive … Continue reading Why I started writing daily todo lists?
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Why I’ve decided to stop daily blogging? (For real this time)
Towards the end of 2020, I wrote a post sharing how I'd planned to stop daily blogging. Not long after, I changed my mind. I'd realised that I wasn't ready to give up daily blogging yet because I enjoyed it and it challenged me. I also felt proud knowing I'd committed to something challenging that … Continue reading Why I’ve decided to stop daily blogging? (For real this time)
4 ideas for daily blogging
Prior to starting a daily blog my biggest worry was figuring out what to write about. Daily blogging might seem daunting but once you figure out the kinds of things you want to share it suddenly becomes much easier. Below are 4 ideas for daily blogging that are wide enough that you won't get bored … Continue reading 4 ideas for daily blogging
Breaks and streaks
Taking breaks will always be necessary. However, when you commit to doing something every single day, suddenly taking a break becomes a little more difficult. As much as you can try and make up for it the day before or the day after, it's not quite the same as maintaining consistency. Once you've stuck with … Continue reading Breaks and streaks
3 simple tips for successful daily blogging
Shortcuts might be enticing but you can't escape doing the work. Write more than a post a day You'll have days when its easier to write so take advantage. I've had days where I've written a weeks worth of posts which is a stark contrast to the days where writing a single post feels as … Continue reading 3 simple tips for successful daily blogging
In a ‘say nothing’ kinda mood
And sometimes the best thing is to say nothing at all. Because if someone isn't willing to listen but is willing to argue and disagree you're probably wasting your time and energy. But other times the reason to say nothing is because you can't quite find the words. You're talking in phrases, stumbling over words … Continue reading In a ‘say nothing’ kinda mood
Posting daily isn’t a strategy
For some the idea of posting daily might be a strategy to make the numbers go up. For me, posting daily isn't a strategy it's a personal practice. I like knowing that I can do it because 2 years ago I'd have declared it almost impossible for me. I actually think that it's easier to … Continue reading Posting daily isn’t a strategy
Where I go
I feel like anyone that blogs daily has this mental space that they go to when they're writing. For me I tap into my inner monologue. It's always running and so I simply stop and pay attention to it for long enough to write a hundred words or so. For the most part it's easy … Continue reading Where I go
Step 5
I have a habit of focusing on the bigger picture. I'm trying to see if it's possible to come up with 365 blog posts in around a month. The fear of failing is real. But at the same time it doesn't really mean anything if I miss a day as the only person I'm doing … Continue reading Step 5
Everything, apart from stuff
In the 7 years that I've been blogging, I've had multiple sites but never ran more than one at a time. I was always starting over every 18 months or so with this idea of how the new blog would be 'so much better' than it's predecessor. I found myself struggling with wanting to express … Continue reading Everything, apart from stuff
The Daily Gemm 