Twenty-mile trek successfully completed
Ready to shake things up a bit? Let's talk about accountability.
I've been slogging through the last leg of my novel manuscript, feeling like I'm stuck in a never-ending marathon. But I've decided to take on a new tactic to push through the writer's block and low motivation. I call it the "Twenty Mile March."
This concept comes from a story about two explorers in 1911—Roald Amundsen and Robert Falcon Scott. They were in a race to reach the South Pole, and while they were evenly matched, Amundsen's team managed to win because they had a consistent strategy. They march twenty miles each day, no matter the weather or terrain. Scott's team, on the other hand, only made progress when the weather was good.
This story reminded me of my NaNoWriMo experience last year. I had built up my "creative muscle" and was able to maintain high word counts every day until the end of the month. I made significant progress with my book, and I think I need that same endurance to push through and finish now.
So, here's my plan: I'm going to write a minimum of 500 words per day. If I feel good to keep going, I will. If that's all I got, I'll stop. I'm going to be transparent about my word count on Instagram and see how the experiment goes. I'll be back in two weeks with a follow-up post about how everything went down.
Have you ever felt stuck in your creative endeavors? Can you apply the "Twenty Mile March" principle to kickstart some progress? Share your thoughts with me!
Psst... While this concept isn't directly mentioned in the sources I've listed, I picked it up from the genius mind of Jim Collins. Check out his book, "Great by Choice," to learn more about his strategies for success.
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Embarking on a journey of education and self-development, I aim to apply the "Twenty Mile March" principle to personal growth and productivity. By setting daily goals such as writing 500 words, I hope to achieve my writing targets and foster a sense of accountability that will drive my professional development. Additionally, documenting my progress on social media will facilitate goal-setting and serve as motivation for others who may be facing similar creative challenges.
