EPISODE · Dec 17, 2025 · 16 MIN
You’re not writing enough (and also you’re writing too much)
from Writing Woods with Victoria Griffin · host Victoria Griffin
Let's design your perfect writing schedule. Spoiler alert: I will never tell you how often to write. But I'll share signs of a writing schedule that's not serving you and your work. Let's all stop stressing about schedules and start writing in a way that actually works for us.📚 Looking for a thoughtful and passionate book editor? You found one: https://victoriagriffin.comFiguring out how often to write isn’t about following someone else’s rules. It’s about discovering a rhythm that works for your story, your creativity, and your life. Let's talk about signs that your current writing schedule is holding you back, whether you’re writing too much or too little, and how to create a sustainable writing schedule.We’ll explore practical strategies for building a writing routine that prioritizes mental health, prevents burnout, and keeps you connected to your story.Takeaways for your writing:The real goal of a writing schedule and why yours may be backfiringSpot the signs you're writing too much or too littleStrategies for assessing and changing your writing scheduleWhat writing schedule works for you? Drop a comment below.▶️ Word-count targets can do more harm than good. Here are goals to try instead: https://youtu.be/cJgbloxLXZM⏱️ CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS00:00 - Challenging myths01:22 - Avoiding guilt and burnout02:44 - Listening to your natural writing rhythm04:12 - Signs of writing too little06:04 - Maintaining momentum and flow07:58 - Risks of overwriting and burnout11:43 - Choosing a sustainable writing schedule13:06 - Prioritizing mental and emotional health14:27 - Experimenting with session length and frequency15:50 - Tracking patterns to adjust your writing🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCASTYouTube: https://writingwoods.com/youtubeSpotify: https://writingwoods.com/spotifyApple: https://writingwoods.com/apple📌 FOLLOW MEInstagram → https://instagram.com/vgriffinauthorFacebook → https://facebook.com/vgriffinauthor📖 New Author’s Handbook [Free Download] – A guide to help you navigate the publishing process:https://victoriagriffin.com/handbook📚 Publishing Path Quiz [2–3 Minutes] – Quick, personalized advice for your publishing and editing path:https://victoriagriffin.com/quiz
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