Building a Sustainable Writing Habit (Even When You’re Busy)
We all love to write—until we don’t. Some days the words pour out with ease, and other days, even opening a notebook feels impossible. If you’ve ever felt drained, inconsistent, or caught in the trap of “I’ll write when I have more time,” you’re not alone. Writing can feel uniquely exhausting because it asks so much of us—imagination, focus, vulnerability, and energy. But here’s the good news: habit science can help.
That’s exactly what our upcoming workshop, Building A Writer’s Habit with Zahra Noorbakhsh, is all about.
Why Writing Feels So Draining
Unlike some creative practices, writing demands constant decision-making. Every sentence is a choice—tone, rhythm, perspective, detail. It’s no wonder that writers often feel burned out. Add to that the pressure of deadlines, perfectionism, and the myth that you need hours of uninterrupted time to “really write,” and it’s easy to fall into cycles of frustration.
Habit science offers a way out. By breaking down the psychology of how we form habits—and how we break them—we can create writing practices that feel natural, reliable, and sustainable, even when life gets hectic.
Breaking Free from All-or-Nothing Thinking
One of the biggest obstacles writers face is the belief that if they can’t write for hours, it’s not worth sitting down at all. But writing doesn’t have to be all or nothing.
Here’s a truth: consistency matters more than intensity. Even 10 minutes a day can create momentum that leads to big projects over time. With the right systems, tools, and mindset, you can build a process that fits into your real life—not the idealized version of it.
What You’ll Learn in the Workshop
In Building A Writer’s Habit with Zahra Noorbakhsh, you’ll discover:
Why habits fail—and how to rebuild them sustainably.
Practical tools for self-assessment, so you can track progress without judgment.
Diagrams and trackers that reveal how your existing patterns can be shifted.
A myth-busting approach to writing habits that clears away shame and unrealistic expectations.
A reliable process you can count on, no matter how busy life gets.
This isn’t about forcing yourself to “just write more.” It’s about designing a writing practice that feels doable and supportive, so you can sustain your creativity for the long haul.
A Final Word
You don’t need to wait for the perfect mood, the perfect day, or the perfect block of time. You can start building a writer’s life that actually works for you—one small step at a time.
If you’re ready to move past burnout and into a writing rhythm that lasts, join us for Building A Writer’s Habit with Zahra Noorbakhsh. Dates are coming soon—sign up now to be the first to know when registration opens.
