Writing Life Plan

It would be easy to say that as a writer, I already write every day.  Truthfully, writers know that's false because even we have those moments when nothing comes out onto a document or paper.  Therefore, I devised a plan to try to write at least daily for an hour to keep my mind going.
When writing:

1) Do not drink more than two cups of coffee per day (unless I need it to stay up a little longer).
          Too often I drink too much coffee resulting in loss of focus and hyperactive episodes.

2) If I cannot work on a writing assignment for school, I must journal.
          When it comes to assignments, my attitude is not always in the right place.  Not having an open mind and complaining about all these assignments and homework that has to be done will not get me anywhere.  Therefore, journaling, preferably in the morning, clears the mind and opens doors for the writing world.

3) Read read READ!
          I cannot think of a better way to improve one's vocabulary, writing style, professionalism, and the list goes on.  If I'm not reading a book for school, I read another book for fun.  A drawback to this method is that readers tend to read what they like and what they know.  Writers, on the other hand, must read a diverse load of books.  If a writer only writes what they know, eventually, they will lost credibility and lose part of their audience.

4) Change location to change boredom.
          Writing in the same place, for example my room, it becomes a cage or a trap and nothing is produced.  In addition, I am the type of writer who grabs little things from a variety of sources: classes, books, people, locations, nature, experiences, and so on.  These observations cannot all come from my room.  Dillard, for example, at one time was in a cabin.  That's just what writers need.  Many people often cannot study in their room because they can't concentrate or they end up succumbing to sleep.  It'd be common sense to study somewhere else.  And just like writing, I must move, to move my fingers, to produce masterpieces--if possible.

5) Do not write when in a mood.
          Just like in the workplace, one should not, no matter what the situation, let their moods/emotions get the best of them, especially in front of customers.  Therefore, writings should not portray a writer's lack of control and wisdom.  We are meant to share yes but so much depends on the content.  I wouldn't read a rant that had no point.  Wording is especially important and can easily be misinterpreted if not chosen wisely.  There are times when one can't write for fear of pouring out their emotions resulting in a ruined piece.  And that's ok because...

6) Take a break.
          Yes I will try to journal every day but when I can't, I can't.  When I really don't want to, I won't.  A writer needs to clear their mind and often times it means not to write.  Forceful writing, in my opinion, is the worst kind of writing.  There may be, out there somewhere far away, those who can do well when forced to write.  But.  For most of us, it merely looks like a waster paper.

7) Sleep well.
          I've noticed that when I am not as tired, I write clearly and can think clearly.  Now this is obvious, yes, but when one needs a pic-me-up, that's when coffee is a writer's best friend.  And not anyone can sleep eight hours a night, depending on one's schedule.  Yet, all around us there are articles and books and anything about health and they all say the same thing: get enough sleep.

8) Observe.  (Adding to number 4.)
          Wherever one is at, whatever time, with anyone, observe.  The observers are the multitaskers, the ones who "pretend" to read but are really listening to others' conversations.  Observers are not creepers in any way.  They merely watch and listen for inspiration although in the eyes of society, creeper is another label.  Observing can, but not always, is like gaining experience without actually experiencing what you are observing.  And at the same time, to observe is humbling.

9) Remind yourself why you write in the first place.
          The answer is different for everyone, but it's good to just remind ourselves.

10) Set due dates/goal list.
          Not only me, but many seem to get to work faster and better when they are under pressure and need a date in order to finish in time.  Sometimes we need a little kick or a slap in the face or something to get us going.

This list can go on and on...