So you took the big step and decided to try NaNoWriMo. Maybe
it’s your first time, maybe it’s your thirteenth. And it’s a big commitment—one
you need a lot of motivation to complete. Like choosing to eat healthy, adopt a
puppy, or quit smoking, motivation and commitment are keys to your success. And
by choosing to do NaNoWriMo, you’ve made the first step.
How awesome is it that you’re not alone? You’re surrounded
by others who are as motivated as you are! And you’re excited, right? All those
ideas whirling around your head faster than you can get them down on paper. You
can do this! You’re actually DOING THIS! Look at you go!
One of the hardest parts of writing a novel is finding
uninterrupted time each day so you can actually get the words on the page while
the excitement is still there. This is a time for you to be a little selfish.
Lean on friends or family to cover some of the things you normally do. Say no
to extra commitments and block off time on your calendar for writing. And
cancel or postpone some of the usual commitments you’ve made this first week so
you can write while your motivation is strong. If you get stuck, get your butt
outside and take a walk. It’s a great way to stimulate your mind and work out
the problems you might be running into. Just because you’re not typing
constantly doesn’t mean you’re not writing the story in your mind.
The more you can get written this first week, the more
invested you will become in your novel, and the easier it will be to continue
into next week. Ride the high as long as you can, and don’t forget to enjoy
this exhilaration – you’re doing something most people only dream of doing.
Think big, write fast, and don’t worry about the mistakes right now. You will
have plenty of time to fix them after November. You can do this! I
know you can. And I hope you love every minute of it.
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