Motivation for When Writing (Or Life) Takes the Hard Way

The other day I was having a difficult time with my writing. The words just weren’t flowing, every sentence was a struggle, and I was seriously lacking in motivation. Perfect timing, though, since I had to run a few errands. I had an excuse to avoid my computer. Then when I was driving home, a favorite song came on my iPod that really got me fired up to get back to work. Even when writing is hard (and not in a good way), there’s little else I’d rather spend my time doing. I just needed the reminder that I’m in control of my own writing career and the stories I’m telling. It’s all up to me to get the words out.

I took a few minutes that day to create a playlist of songs for the next time I find myself avoiding the work of writing, for whenever I let a “bad” review get under my skin, or I just need a boost of confidence. These songs never fail to give me a little motivational kick. They get me excited to sit my butt back at my desk and get to work, even when it’s hard. They inspire me to do the best I can with every story, every chapter, every sentence.

Here are a few of my favorites that made it into my motivational playlist:

Eye of the Tiger



It's My Life


Beautiful Day



I Will Survive


What songs motivate you to do your best work (no matter what the task), to lift your spirits even when your life isn’t going as smoothly as you’d like?

Sloan Parker
www.sloanparker.com