It’s True Sometimes Less Is More And You Don’t Have to Write 20,000 Words a Month

Don’t believe the hype focus on quality and the emotion behind your words…

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I used to write a lot. Until I didn't and not by choice.

I would pump out articles almost daily like I was some kind of word factory. Then my eyesight started to fade and I became more focused on writing about what truly mattered to me.

I think it’s important to remember the emotions behind our words and think about the quality rather than quantity of our writing but equally, practice is also important — it’s about striking the balance and what works for you and what is best for your wellbeing.

1. Less is More

Writing should never be a chore, it should flow from the soul and provide something meaningful. If your motivation for writing is to earn money then you are not a writer, but a content mill.

It’s important to remember

• Write from the heart with real experiences.
• Write about what you know or at least what you are learning to help consolidate knowledge.

2. Strike a Balance