Write like clockwork even when your heart races

You settle into your desk like it’s your personal launchpad for creativity. Every morning at 6:30 a.m., your fingers hover over the keys as the world outside sleeps. You remind yourself that this quiet hour is your gift—no email pings, no chores, no demands. It feels odd at first; your mind drifts to deadlines and errands. You grit your teeth and type a single word, then a phrase, then a complete sentence. Each day, you add a little more until an entire paragraph emerges. You’re not racing to write a bestseller—you’re simply honoring your promise to yourself. Slowly, the page fills and your confidence grows, one small victory at a time.

You block out the same 20 minutes each day for your writing slot, planting yourself at your desk no matter how buffeted you feel. You decide on a modest morning goal—say, 200 words—and write until you’ve hit it, treating the world outside your window like background scenery. You jot down any distractions as you go, so you can tackle them later instead of letting them yank you away now. Give it a try tomorrow morning and notice how your resilience and creative stamina expand.