“Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others.”
Brene Brown, researcher, author, motivational speaker
How many times a day do you promise yourself that you’re going to write? But at the end of the day it doesn’t happen. You feel guilty when you take time to write. You make excuses that it’s not important enough. You get distracted with social media or doing endless household chores.
The times you do get to actually sneak in a few minutes to write you’re interrupted by family needing you for something so important that it can’t wait. And then the cat decides your keyboard is the perfect place to sleep.
You’ve resisted setting boundaries for yourself and your writing. However, setting boundaries is an important step in establishing yourself as a writer. Boundaries can be healthy for everyone but you actually need to take your writing seriously and write something.
Here’s how to establish boundaries;
*Set clear intentions with your family of how much time you will write.
*Put your writing appointments on the calendar.
*Be clear on what kind of interruptions are allowed. Minor arguments between children don’t necessarily require your attention.
*If you’re writing with small children make sure they have snacks or something to drink.
*Keep your pets out of your writing space if you can.
*Track your word count so you can see some progress.
*Turn off all notifications on your phone, set it to silent if you can’t turn it off. Keep social media distractions at a distance.
Reward yourself for your time spent writing. Share with your family and they’ll come to accept that writing is a part of what you do.
About Rebecca
I’m Rebecca Camarena, book coach and best-selling author and I would love to connect with your further. If you’re a first time or second time author interested in learning how to write and/or publish the book of your dreams then consider signing up for my newsletter, check out my services page or leave me a message on my contact me.
