This is a guest post by Joe Morris.
The New Year is right around the corner and as you gear up to bid farewell to 2011, you’re ready to pop
champagne, countdown with friends and you’ve even got a special someone lined up who you plan on
sharing a kiss with at the stroke of midnight…but wait—do you know what your New Year’s resolutions
are for 2012? Well if not and you just happen to be a writing enthusiast, be sure to check out the
following resolutions that will make for a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year as a writer:
Resolution #1: Set goals
When making your writing resolutions, try to be as detailed as you can in
outlining what it is exactly that you want to achieve after 2011. “Be a better writer” is great but that
isn’t specific enough. Make your goals measurable so you are able to track your progress—if you want
to write a book by the end of the year or plan to publish one post on your blog every day…then base
your goals off of these metrics. Be sure to set mini-goals along the road and set an end goal with a
deadline. In doing this you will find that your resolutions can be more real than just a wish at midnight.
Resolution #2: Take a writing class
Learning the craft never stops—there is always room for
improvement (this is as important in your writing as it is in the rest of your life!). Look for classes in
your community that can also introduce you to other authors and writing groups. In addition, check out
classes online, get a mentor, or even pick up some educational books on the subject.
Resolution #3: Practice
As you embark upon your journey into a brand new 365 days, make an effort
to write each one of those days. To really hone your craft, it is important that you exercise daily—that
is the only way to get better. Set aside time each day when you are able to sit and write freely, without
distraction. Even if you’re only able to write for an hour, that hour will help get you into a routine to
where writing daily comes naturally.
Resolution #4: Open yourself to new experiences
In the New Year, make it a goal to try different
things. Embrace other forms of art like painting, sculpture, photography, dance or music. Join new
groups, attend concerts and plays, or try a sport…any of these new experiences will broaden your
horizons, introducing you to new people and new ideas sure to inspire creativity that can translate into
your writing.
Resolution #5: Believe in yourself
If you aren’t positive about your work and your future as a writer,
your negativity will hold you back and set you up for failure. It may sound overplayed and a bit cheesy—
but you’ve got to believe you can achieve anything you set your mind to—go for it!
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Joe Morris is a guest post author who shares with us this post on New Year’s resolutions for writers this 2012. In addition, Joe also works for Best Internet Dating Sites where he educates readers on safe online dating.
