The Importance Of Timing The Writing Practice

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Anyone can write for fifteen minutes a day. But imagine how fifteen minutes of creative writing each day could change your life. Fifteen minutes of writing practice a day, and I can turn you from an aspiring writer to a daily writer.
How does The Write Practice work?
Your First Writing Practice
1. Start by finding something to write with.
Your computer works great. Or grab a spare sheet of paper and a pen. If you have a journal, use that.
2. Then set a timer for your writing practice.
Use the timer on your phone or this digital timer.
Timing your writing practice is a core element of deliberate practice. Here’s why timing your practice will help you:
Stay focused. For fifteen minutes, focus on your writing and nothing else. Afterward, you can

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