I will explain in more detail how I suggest you approach your daily writing prompts, but here are some of the key instructions. It’s based on the rules of writing practice that I learned from my writing teacher, Natalie Goldberg.

 

Set a Timer

Keeping things manageable makes this Writing Year achievable. Find a moment where you can carve out ten minutes—during your morning coffee, before bed, in the middle of a daily walk, etc. Set your timer and commit to writing for the full ten minutes.

Keep Your Hand Moving

This is crucial. By continuously moving your hand, you create a safe space for your mind—which, to me, is the same as your world. Keeping your hand moving signals that you are listening to all parts of yourself.

Don’t Think

Sometimes, because your hand keeps moving, you won’t have time to think about what you want to write. This is good news. It gives you the chance to discover something new.

Let Go of Control

The ‘I know mind’ is deadly for a writer. It leads to a cabinet full of musty writings. Give yourself something new. Let go of control when you enter your writing prompt. And who knows where you’ll end up…

 

Once you start your Writing Year, you’ll receive a welcome message with instructions. Then, for 365 consecutive days, you’ll get an email from me with a writing prompt. Sometimes (or actually often, because I can’t help myself) with some additional insights. Each prompt is personally crafted by me and based on my favorite topics.

This structure supports you in writing every day. Of course, there will be days or even weeks when this isn’t possible. In those cases, you can save the prompts and use them when you have time.

Embark on the ultimate adventure: the journey within yourself, in the comfort and safety of your own space.