Feeling behind on your summer writing goals? You’re not alone! This discussion emphasizes the importance of readjusting your writing plans without guilt. Learn to evaluate your progress and manage tasks with practical tips. Discover how to transition from unrealistic expectations to sustainable writing practices. Say goodbye to burnout and shame, and hello to a clearer path for publication success!
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Count Weeks Left Realistically
Count how many weeks are left in your summer before the semester begins.
Use this to plan realistically what you can achieve during that period without panic.
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Replanning Is A Vital Skill
Planning and re-planning writing goals is a necessary skill due to life's unpredictability.
Adjusting plans is not a failure but a normal part of academic writing.
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Schedule Manageable Writing Sessions
Evaluate how many weeks and writing sessions per week are actually available for writing.
Schedule specific, manageable writing appointments in your calendar accordingly.
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Do you feel like you are behind on your summer writing goals? You’re not alone, and you’re not failing. It’s time to normalize readjusting your summer writing plans without shame.
In this episode, I guide you through a midsummer writing check-in. This flexible process will help you reassess your academic writing goals and realign them with your current capacity. Whether you mapped out a detailed summer writing plan back in May or are just now trying to make progress, I will walk you through how to revisit your calendar, evaluate your remaining time, and match it with what’s left on your writing to-do list. Re-planning isn’t a failure; it’s a core skill that every academic writer needs to learn.
Tune in to learn how to move from unrealistic expectations to a sustainable academic writing progress without burnout, shame, or overwhelm.
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