The Mindset, the Method, and the Momentum Behind Writing Every Day

July 23, 2025 · 2 min read

This isn’t about talent. It’s about trust.

It took 22 days for the universe to adjust to my actions.

On July 1st, I decided I would write consistently. Not casually. Not “when I feel like it.” I was done breaking promises to myself. This time, I meant it.

But truthfully, it didn’t start on July 1st. It started the moment I began showing up for myself in other ways. In the weeks leading up to this commitment, I kept proving — to me — that I was worth showing up for. That I deserved my own attention. That I could trust myself to follow through.

I showed up to yoga. I showed up for my self-care. I showed up for the parts of me that needed physical tending, emotional safety, and spiritual grounding. I said no when it was uncomfortable. I said yes when it was even harder. And each time, I got stronger.

So when I woke up on July 1st, I didn’t ask, “Can I do this?” I already knew. I would do this.

And now — 22 days later — the validation is starting to arrive. “How do I start writing?” “Your words are inspiring me to finally write mine.” It’s happening. The energy is aligning. Of course, 22 is my signature number. I shouldn’t be surprised. But I am humbled. Grateful. Awake.

What Worked for Me

Here’s what worked — not as an expert, but as someone who simply said yes to showing up for herself.

Step 1Find a platform that feels comfortable to you.

I chose Substack because it was built for writers. The interface is clean, the community feels genuine, and it doesn’t overwhelm me. I’m technical, sure, but I don’t want to be in design and widget mode. I want to write. Substack allows that. Plus it gives writers a pathway to monetize when the time is right — without making that the focus.

Step 2Design a routine that supports your brain.

Writing isn’t just about inspiration. It’s about setting up your nervous system to flow. For me, that looks like this:

My morning writing ritual

Wake up. Put on gym clothes.
Feed the animals.
Go straight to the gym (45 min workout).
Sauna (20 min) — this is where I meditate on the day’s topic.
Cold rinse.
Come home, greet whoever’s up.
Make tea.
Close my office door.
Phone on Do Not Disturb (Writing mode).
Noise-canceling headphones on.
One tab open. Ask the angels for the words. Close my eyes and let them flow.

This is sacred time. I protect it.

Step 3Write where the pressure is low.

I use the Notes app on my phone and Mac to draft everything. It’s where my writing voice feels most honest. Not polished. Not formal. Just me. I avoid Google Docs for writing — it makes me feel like I’m working. Not my vibe. Substack is where it goes when it’s ready to meet the world.

Step 4Use AI — sparingly and wisely.

Yes, I use AI to help format and for subtitle ideas or clarity suggestions. But the words? The tone? The message? That’s mine. I let it help — without letting it take over. Balance.

Step 5Gamify the commitment.

On July 1st, I said: “Today’s the day. I’ll write every single day for just this month.” Not the year. Not forever. Just July. That mindset took the pressure off and put a healthy fire under me. I needed the challenge. The consistency. The game. August will come, and that’s when I’ll think about what comes next.

Step 6Let go after you press Post.

This was the hardest part.

My words are meant for someone, somewhere, sometime.

It’s not my job to control when, who, or how they land.

I offer my truth as I understand it right now.

What happens next is none of my business.

I write with love and in harm to none.

And then I move on to the next note.

If you’ve been waiting to start writing — start here. Start small. Start messy. Just start.

We need your voice in this strange little digital world we’re all building.

Share your journey with me. We are in this together.