Delete Writing Distractions

Posted: February 05, 2016

One of the great things about being a writer is being able to write from home, an office, or just about anywhere. A downside to that is being vulnerable to distractions, including social media sites, text messages, emails, and even people. Block out distractions and get more writing done. Meg Dowell, writer for The Write Life, shares tips on how to delete distractions when it comes to writing.

Stay Focused: 4 Ways to Delete Writing Distractions From Your Life

Feeling a little distracted lately? Like every time you sit down to write, something — or someone — gets in the way? If you’re reading this post, it’s probably because you’re not writing. You’re not writing because something along the way knocked you off course, and you’re not sure how to get back on track. Distractions are everywhere. Social media and mobile apps don’t make it any easier. If you’re struggling to get your writing done, you need to take a few steps to delete those distractions from your life and leave more time for writing. Here are a few simple strategies to help you get started. 1. Shut down the internet The quickest way to bring your writing productivity to a halt is to try writing with readily available internet access. Think you’re just going to do a little research? You might … after you check Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and finally drag yourself out of the Tumblr black hole. Search online for apps or plugins that will disconnect your WiFi for a certain period of time or temporarily block you from visiting certain websites. Read the entire article Stay Focused: 4 Ways to Delete Writing Distractions From Your Life on The Write Life.