Why Most People Stop Writing After Three Days

The excitement of a new journal often fades quickly. By day four, the blank page starts to look more like a chore than a gift. Why does this happen?

The Perfectionist Trap

We often think we need to write "important" things. We feel like if the day was boring, there's nothing to write. But journaling isn't a history book; it's a processing tool. Even writing "I don't know what to say" for three lines is a successful entry.

Micro-Habits

The secret to consistency is making the barrier to entry as low as possible. Write one sentence. That's it. Once you're writing, you'll often write more, but the "win" is just showing up.