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Being the Woman I want to be… Friday-five minute writing prompt

January 14, 2023 By Mary E. Knippel Leave a Comment

Being the woman I want to be…

Friday five-minute writing prompt

Take out a fresh sheet of paper. Natalie Goldberg uses a “fast-writing” pen. I suggest using your favorite writing instrument and an unlined piece of colored paper for fun. I use a fountain pen with purple ink. Some folks opt to use their computer. If that is your preferred method to write, then just open a new word document on your computer and go for it. The point is to keep your fingers moving for five minutes and not stop. I want you to experience how much writing can be accomplished in a short period of time.

If you get stuck, repeat the writing prompt –  Being the woman I want to be…
Or any other phrase that is comfortable for you. Do not stop to edit, correct spelling, look up a better word, or rearrange a sentence. Do not question what comes up in the five minutes: this doesn’t make sense, where did that come from, or what a crazy notion. This is a timed writing exercise so be sure to set the timer on your watch, phone, microwave, computer, or kitchen stove. Whether you use an egg timer, a No. 2 pencil and spiral notebook, your iPad, or even your iPhone, the theory is the same. Keep your hand and/or fingers moving and have fun taking dictation from your unconscious self. Make a list, hum a tune, write a poem, or create a short, short story. This is your time to explore and experiment.

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About Mary E. Knippel

Mary E Knippel, Book Mentor and the founder of Your Writing Mentor supports small business owners and entrepreneurs who have been saying "someday I'll write my book" to finally writing that book to grow their businesses. After working with Mary they were no longer at a loss of where to start nor did they question who would want to hear what they say anyway? If you are ready to change your "someday I'll write a book" to "Writing my book starts TODAY," contact her at mary (at) yourwritingmentor.com.

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