How to stay focused and block out immediate distractions while writing

About this episode

The hosts discuss strategies to maintain focus and overcome distractions while writing during NaNoWriMo.

November is here! Are you ready? Too bad, we all have to start writing anyway! In today's episode, your hosts Kristina and Liz discuss how to buckle down and get words written, despite the many distractions out there vying for your attention. HAPPY NANOWRIMO, ALL! Best of luck on your stories! Send us Fan Mail Support the show Enjoy the show? Like this episode, give a thumbs up, or better yet - leave a review! Follow us on: Instagram: @writeyourdamnnovel Threads: @writeyourdamnno...

People in this episode

Hosts: Kristina, Liz

Topics covered

• focus
• distractions
• writing
• NaNoWriMo

Keywords

• writing tips
• productivity
• November writing challenge

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