When embarking on a new journey and persisting in it, Ralph Waldo Emerson's words resonate deeply:
"Our chief want is someone who will inspire us to be what we know we could be."
Like many, my journey into writing is inspired by various real-life heroes. Seth Godin is one such inspiration. I've been following him for a decade, and his daily writings have become a routine part of my life. Seth's dedication to daily writing encourages me to put pen to paper, even if no one reads it.
Initially, I aimed to write every day for the first 1000 days. Later, my goal shifted to writing well daily. It's not about building an audience or rehashing successful past work, but about generating a new idea each day. This commitment keeps me alert and hones my observational and writing skills.
I used to meticulously keep a notebook for jotting down interesting ideas from my daily life. However, that changed when I came across Stephen King's approach. He doesn't keep a notebook, believing that great ideas stick with you without needing to be written down.
Since the beginning of 2022, I've stopped bulk-writing for the week, allowing daily ideas to flow naturally. If inspiration doesn't strike or I'm occupied with other tasks, I simply don't write that day.
My absence is noticed by friends who check in on me when they don't see a daily post. If I don't write for two consecutive days, my best friend Srivalli is sure to call, which has inadvertently become a way for us to stay updated on our lives.
Lately, I receive more messages when I don't write, reminding me of my commitment. Yesterday, between release planning at work, travelling, attending a wedding, I chose to prioritize sleep over writing in the flight. Thank you for asking. I am grateful to all the beautiful unitended consequences of daily writing ✍️ Gratitude.
