Celebrating — 30 Days of Daily Publishing
A Journey of Personal Growth and Commitment
Have you ever taken on a challenge that seemed daunting at first? I did.
Inspired by Matt Cutts’ TED Talk, “Try Something New For 30 Days,” I committed to publishing a story every day for a month. It wasn’t easy, but it was transformative.
It all started with the desire and determination to show up for myself in a way that I’ve struggled to do in the past AND to explore the depths of my creativity.
So I decided to embrace the challenge of daily publishing, knowing that it would require dedication, discipline, and (gulp!)…commitment.
There’s a difference between interest and commitment. When you’re interested in doing something, you do it only when circumstances permit. When you’re committed to something, you accept no excuses, only results.
— Art Turock
The first few days were filled with anticipation and excitement. But as the initial enthusiasm wore off, I encountered the true test of my resolve.
Some days, the words flowed effortlessly, while other days were a complete grind. Yet, I discovered that showing up every day, regardless of how I felt, was the key to progress.
There were moments when self-doubt crept in, when exhaustion begged me to skip a day, and when writer’s block threatened to halt my progress. But I refused to let these obstacles define me. I did not go to bed until I published, period.
I learned that resilience is born in the challenging moments, where determination triumphs over doubt. Finding the strength to push through rekindled my self-belief and I began to find my stride.
As days turned into weeks, I realized that the challenge was not just about meeting a daily quota but also about exploring new territories in my writing. Now this has been fun!
I have ventured into topics I had never written about before (like this), embracing different styles and genres. I’ve been a horror fan my entire life and have dreamed about writing in the genre — well, here I am. In my drafts is a short story called The Forgotten Doll which has evolved into detailed plans for TWO anthologies — so stay tuned!
Inspiration can be found in the most unexpected places when we open ourselves up to NEW experiences.
I am thrilled to have been accepted as a writer to a handful of publications too. And I think that might be the premise of a new challenge as I’m noticing some vulnerability and hesitation to submit my stories.
As I reflect upon my 30-day challenge of daily publishing, I am filled with a sense of accomplishment and gratitude.
My top three stories so far are:
What I’m most grateful for is the Medium community — connecting with readers and fellow writers, fostering mutual growth. If you’ve been part of my journey so far — thank you!
Matt Cutts’ TED Talk served as a guiding light, reminding me that great achievements begin with small steps and consistent effort.
This journey of growth and commitment has taught me invaluable lessons about discipline, resilience, and the limitless power of dedication.
Final thoughts — Take a moment to celebrate your achievements, big and small, and dare to challenge yourself to try something new for 30 days. With dedication and perseverance, you’ll be amazed at what you can accomplish. I know I am!
So, what will you commit to?
“You can do anything for 30 days.” — Matt Cutts
Happy writing! 😘
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