I set myself a challenge: write a poem every day for a week. But why? Because I love writing poetry, yet I struggled with consistency. I needed to create a habit of showing up.

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I Wrote a Poem EVERY DAY for a Week (INSANE Challenge!)

The Simple Rules

• Minimum of 10 lines per poem
• Write every day by 8 pm
• No strict structure or theme requirements

The Process

Each day, I would sit down and write. Some days felt inspired, with the Muse whispering in my ear. Other days, I questioned every word. But the primary goal was simple: show up.

Time Tracking

I used a Notion dashboard to track my writing time:

- Day 1: 10 minutes

- Day 2: 8 minutes

- Day 3: 3 minutes

- Day 4: 6 minutes

- Day 5: 7 minutes

- Day 6: 7 minutes

Lessons Learned

Time and Money Reveal Your True Priorities

What you spend time on shows what you truly value. If you say you love something—like writing—your actions must align with those words.

A Writer’s Essence

To be a writer, you write. The adjectives change: some days you feel like a great writer, other days a terrible one. But consistency is key.

The Poem: Scribbled Peace

Here’s the poem I wrote on February 1st, 2025:

What’s Next

Copying Other Writers

Next week, I’ll be studying and imitating the style of Carl Sandburg (1878-1967).

My process:

1. Read his poems

2. Write in his style

3. Take inspiration to create my own work

Final Thoughts

Writing is beautifully accessible. All you need is a pen, paper, or a device. No expensive equipment required—just dedication and showing up.

I’ll keep writing. Keep showing up.

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Until next time, Keep Writing

- Mechi

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