30 Days of Writing: Lessons on Consistency and Focus

Hi everyone,

What started as a 30-day writing challenge has now reached 37 days.

I began this journey on December 26, and while I initially aimed for just a month, I realized something along the way: when you build momentum, stopping feels like the real failure.

Some days, I wrote 200 words, other days 1,000. Some posts felt effortless, others were a struggle. But the biggest lesson?

Showing up matters more than getting it perfect.

Building a System (That’s Flexible)

Consistency isn’t about rigid routines—it’s about creating a system that supports progress. Over these weeks, I’ve learned that:

✅ Writing daily isn’t about waiting for inspiration—it’s about making it a habit.
✅ A system should provide structure but also flexibility to adapt to life’s unpredictability.
✅ Missing a day isn’t failure—what matters is getting back on track.

One day, I simply forgot to post. That was frustrating at first, but then I reminded myself: real success isn’t about being perfect; it’s about persistence.

The Power of Capturing Ideas

Another realization? Ideas are fleeting—capture them before they disappear.

I’ve started taking notes while:

📝 Listening to podcasts
🚶‍♂️ Walking and reflecting
📖 Reading a book

There’s so much we absorb daily, but if we don’t write it down, we lose it. Keeping a system to capture thoughts in real time has made all the difference.

Eliminating Distractions, Taking Control

One of the biggest shifts I’ve made during this challenge? Cutting out distractions.

❌ I deleted my Instagram account completely.
❌ I removed Twitter/X, LinkedIn and YouTube from my phone.
✅ I replaced passive scrolling with active creation.

Instead of mindlessly consuming, I’m now producing, reflecting, and creating—and that’s had a bigger impact than I expected.

What’s Next?

Even though I’ve technically hit 37 days, I’ll be restarting at Day 1 again on February 1—with the goal of continuing until the end of the month, the year, and maybe even beyond.

Because this isn’t just about completing a challenge. It’s about building a habit for life. 🚀

Your Turn

What’s one habit you could commit to for the next 30 days?

📩 Reply to this email or comment below—I’d love to hear your thoughts!

P.S. If you're ready to reflect on and share your own journey, ✍️ check out the Start Writing Online Course—a free email course to get you started!

Thanks for reading!

Selim