How do you manage to write when you're not in the mood?

phillipsjulie

phillipsjulie

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I'm not a copywriter, and I don't make my living through writing. But I do rely on writers in my work, and I regularly collaborate with them. What fascinates me is how writers can keep writing even when they have to.

Don't they have days when they feel down or unmotivated? How do they manage it?

If you're having a mentally off day, how can you still create high-quality work when you’re just not feeling it?

Is it simply about needing to earn a living and pay the bills? Or do you have tricks and techniques to "push" yourself into the right mindset to write?
 
I never push myself to write when I'm not in the mood. Instead, I take a break, focus on something else, or unwind for a while. I prefer writing during my peak hours, as that's when I'm most productive. When I try to work during my off-peak times, I often feel drained, stressed, or too distracted to get much done.
 
Few people are willing to pay for high-quality work, but some do. When I'm not in the mood, I focus on tasks that don’t require much effort or quality. During those times, I can write 4-5 articles of 500 words each in an hour because I need to make the time worth it, even if it means compromising quality.

When I feel motivated, I tackle projects that require more effort and pay better. For me, it all comes down to money. Some days, I write two articles and make $100, while on others, I might write 15-20 to reach the same amount. My mood decides what kind of work I take on each day.
 
I do not write professionally; I maintain a blog. At times, I experience a lack of motivation. In these moments, I engage in activities I enjoy, such as walking in the park, listening to music with my eyes closed, reading a book, watching a movie, or having a drink. These activities often help me regain focus more quickly than expected.
 
I love to write, so it doesn’t feel like work to me. Still, there are days when the words don’t come easily. On those days, I step away from the computer for a few minutes. That usually clears my mind and helps me get back to my assignment.
 
Interesting answers so far. I've heard from writers who say they write for the love of it, and others who push through when they're not in the mood because they need the money.

But no one has said they write no matter how they feel because "THEY HAVE TO." A writer friend recently told me she's "addicted" to writing and has to do it daily or she feels empty.

Can anyone else relate to this?
 
For me, it's less about being in the mood and more about being productive. Some days, everything just flows smoothly. Other days, it’s tough to find the right words. A task that should take under an hour can stretch into three hours of frustration as I search for the right way to express something. When that happens, I can usually push through if I'm writing for myself. But if I'm struggling with client work, it's often better to take a break and focus on something else.
 
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