Thinking about writing is different from writing

Most (all) of the challenges that occur in writing are in your head.

For example, let's say you don't know what the title of your new novel should be. In your head, you brainstorm and consider and discard various titles. You're confused.

Or, you need to write a computer manual. In your head, you think about the manual's structure. What's most important? Should you begin with common tasks the reader might want to perform, or should you begin with how to install the program? You're confused.

This confusion can lead you to think (thinking again) that there are problems with the project.

This is illogical.

Over time, I've found that I can solve any writing challenge -- when I'm writing. As much as possible, I avoid thinking about current projects too much when I'm not in front of the computer, or when I don't have a pen in my hand.

Try it. Dismiss conscious thoughts about current projects until you're writing the project. You'll find that you don't have challenges. You simply have tasks.

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