31 Days of Rut-Busting Tips For Writers—Day 20: Get Over the Guilt.

Day 20 — Get Over the Guilt.

Are you suffering from writer’s guilt? You want to write but…

The kids need help with their homework. Or the laundry needs washed. Or supper needs prepared. Or a friend or family member wants to talk.

So, you push your writing aside, telling yourself, I’ll get to it later. The trouble is, “later” never seems to come around. There’s always something else that needs attended to.

And after all, you tell yourself, it’s not like I’m making any money at this. Or that I’ve ...