This is the 50th Post for this year! *raises an imaginary bat*

And surprisingly I don’t have anything in particular to share today. Hence, I’ll ponder on what I learnt about my writing process in the last 50 Days.

Start with a one-line idea:

When you think of writing a post. Don’t delve too deep on structuring the entire post. Just form an idea in one simple sentence and start writing. As you let it flow, you’ll end up forming a structure that’s going to convey your thoughts, the way you want it to be. Key is to make yourself understand what you’re writing. Try loving that and the readers will like it too.

Get rid of the draft:

I tried writing on a few topics but words just didn’t come out right and instead of saving it in the draft, I deleted them. I’m trying to get rid of my habit of keeping things in draft. They remain untouched even after days, they just don’t see the light of the conclusion.

Let it flow:

and one of the biggest lessons I’ve learnt while writing everyday of this year is, “let it flow”.

Flow is the key to writing. You can write a 300-word piece in over 5-10 minutes and it could take an hour when you just don’t feel right with the topic. Literally, the pen just stops moving.

Timing is the key:

Sticking to a schedule is very important and keeping a deadline is critical. I’ve tried to finish off my posts before the clock strikes 12! Of course, I haven’t always been able to do that. But the rush to push out the content before the deadline does add an extra ounce of caffeine in your body. However, if you plan on writing something serious, please take your own sweet time. This advice is just to maintain continuity in writing.

Don’t bother about Grammar:

I know. All you Grammar Nazis (not all, but a few of you) must be cringing everyday on reading my posts with bafflement. Maybe even rolling your eyes in wonderment for some extra effect. And I do understand grammar is essential and extremely important. I’m perhaps committing a cardinal sin in belittling its important. But, for the purpose of continuity and getting your natural flow in writing, it is necessary to push grammar (and typos) in the backseat.

Bonus Tip:

Always try not to trust these listicles and find your own process. Everyone has their own process and it might not work for you. Of course, there’s no harm in trying it out.