Reginaldo Osnildo
Too busy to write? Discover simple, realistic tips to fit creative writing into your day—no matter how packed your schedule is.
Hey, it’s Reginaldo Osnildo again!Let’s talk about the one excuse I hear more than any other from people who want to write, but haven’t started yet:
“I just don’t have time.”
If that’s you, I get it. Between work, family, chores, and about a million distractions, writing can feel like one more thing you just can’t squeeze in.
But here’s the good news: You don’t need hours of free time. You just need a few minutes and a shift in mindset.
Let me show you how.
First: Stop Waiting for the “Perfect” Time
Spoiler alert: that magical window where everything is quiet, the lighting is perfect, and your mind is clear?It rarely exists.Especially if you have a job, kids, or a busy schedule.
Instead, you need to stop waiting—and start making micro-moments to write.
7 Practical Ways to Make Time for Writing (Even If You’re Super Busy)
1. Write for 10 Minutes in the Morning
Before the emails, before the noise—just 10 quiet minutes to jot down a scene, a sentence, or a random idea.
You’d be surprised how much builds up over time with just 10 minutes a day.
2. Use Voice Notes While Driving or Walking
Stuck in traffic? On a walk? Record yourself speaking your story idea or a bit of dialogue.Later, you can transcribe it—or just let it spark a new scene.
3. Set a Timer During Your Break
Have 15 minutes during lunch or between tasks? Set a timer and write.No distractions. No editing. Just pure creation.
Remember: Writing in short bursts counts. It adds up.
4. Write on Your Phone
Use your Notes app, Google Docs, or a writing app like JotterPad or Scrivener Mobile.You don’t need a fancy setup. You just need access.
5. Keep a Story Notebook Nearby
Keep a notebook on your nightstand, kitchen counter, or even in the bathroom.When inspiration hits, you’re ready. Capture it before it disappears.
6. Cut 15 Minutes of Scrolling
Let’s be honest—Instagram and TikTok are time vampires.Cut one scroll session per day and use it to write instead. That’s 90+ minutes a week reclaimed!
7. Make Writing a Treat, Not a Chore
Light a candle. Play music. Brew tea. Make writing feel like a small act of self-care—not another item on your to-do list.
✍️ 5-Minute Writing Prompt (Try This Now!)
Prompt: A character gets a text message meant for someone else… but it changes everything.
Write the first thing that comes to mind. Don’t stop. Don’t judge. Just start.
Progress Over Perfection
You don’t need to write every day. You don’t need a strict routine.You just need to show up when you can—and forgive yourself when you can’t.
The goal isn’t “write more.” The goal is: write enough that it keeps you alive inside.
🎁 Want a Simple, Step-by-Step Guide That Fits into Your Life?
If you’re short on time and overwhelmed by where to begin, this eBook was made for you:
👉 The Basics of Creative Writing for Those Who Have Never Written Short Stories or Novels
Inside, you’ll find:
- Short, practical writing exercises
- Simple steps to build characters, plot, and scenes
- Tools to help you write creatively—even if you’ve only got 10 minutes a day
You don’t need more time. You just need a plan.Let this book be your writing companion—from blank page to finished story.
You’ve got this.See you in the next article!
— Reginaldo Osnildo