The First 10 Days of Building my Creator Routine
10 Days of Goals to Put myself first and Establish my best working Creative Routine. I’ve been posting these to tiktok daily to keep myself accountable, but i wanted to show here too because i’m excited i did 10 days of anything.
i’ve been learning to slow down and be patient with myself, meaning if i do miss one thing a day i do transfer it to the next. i think getting goals done by the end of the week is flexible “as as it’s done” period for me — The point is im getting it done.
Setting Daily Goals is just one thing i’m doing to help build my dream routine and creative life. come along for the progress. Here’s a preview of my first 10 days of Goal Planning tho. This is what has works for me as a writer and creator wifh adhd and chronic pain.
What is Your Dream Routine?
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Creating a sustainable creative routine can be challenging, especially when managing ADHD and chronic pain. Over the first 20 days, I focused on setting achievable daily goals that balance creative work and self-care. My approach includes reading for a minimum of 15 minutes daily to stimulate my mind and improve focus—this simple habit sets a calm tone for the day and sparks inspiration. I dedicated specific time slots to work on various projects such as world building, editing chapters, or developing bookmarks creatively. This intentional division helps me avoid burnout and keeps me engaged by mixing tasks. I also prioritize 'Big Boy Job' activities like managing emails, outreach, and requests, which are necessary but often overwhelming. Breaking these into small chunks across the week makes them manageable. Flexibility was key in my routine; if I miss a task on one day, I transfer it to the next without judgment. This patient approach reduces stress and increases consistency, critical for creators coping with fluctuating energy due to chronic pain. Including creative time like collage making or junk journaling injects joy and breaks from purely productive work, fostering motivation. Regularly cleaning and organizing one area also supports mental clarity and creates a conducive workspace. Incorporating movement such as walks helps refresh my mind and body, essential for maintaining cognitive function and easing pain. Social interactions, like spending time with friends or creative sessions with peers, further nourish my well-being and prevent isolation. Through this journey, I’ve realized the importance of setting realistic, flexible goals aligned with personal health needs. A dream routine isn’t perfect—it’s adaptive and supportive of your unique creative process. For creators facing similar challenges, I encourage embracing patience, consistent small steps, and self-compassion while building your ideal workflow to sustain creativity and productivity over time.
