Focus

When I lose focus, I try to remind myself of these basics, which I think every writer should keep in mind.

Write.

The work has to be enough reason enough to do it.

Write.

If you can possibly not be a writer, do something else. Otherwise...

Write.

No matter how much you want to win this or that award, ignore them to the best of your ability.

Write.

It's not a competition. The world has plenty of room for many wonderful writers.

Write.

You'll never stop wanting everyone to love your work.

Write.

Most folks won't.

Write.

Time to take my own advice.