Treating Writing as a Job

I have discovered something about myself. The other day I was having trouble gearing up to write. I analyzed why I was procrastinating, then realized it was because I was having a small fit of insecurity about my writing. And when I get insecure, I have trouble getting motivated.

I know this is BS. My writing is fine. I just need to keep working at it. Every book will be better than the last, but I can't keep improving if I don't write.

So I visualized my writing as my job. And that I have a boss looking over my shoulder. All of a sudden, CLICK. I sat down and wrote like I was supposed to. I think there's something to be said for treating writing like you treat your day job. Insist on discipline, quality, and results.

God. I sound like my parents. AAAAARGH. When the hell did that happen? Still, perhaps they have a small point. :-) Note to mom and dad: OK already. You were right.

So I am compromising on my view of writing. It is part creativity and part job. Part artistry and part discipline. With that, my fourth book will be done in no time.