5 Productivity Tips to Crush Your Substack Writing Goals

When productivity and mental health collide! Let’s write with purpose—and peace.

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Picture this: you're staring at a blank Substack draft, overwhelmed by a swirling storm of ideas, looming deadlines, and that nagging voice whispering, "This isn’t good enough."

You’re not alone.

Writers face these invisible battles, often between the relentless drive for productivity and the quiet need to preserve mental health.

Here are some common pain points:

• Overwhelming To-Do Lists: Tasks pile up faster than you can check them off, leaving you anxious and stuck.

• Procrastination Guilt: The harder you push yourself to write, the harder it feels to begin.

• Creative Fatigue: Writing feels like a chore, not an outlet, draining your energy and joy.

• Fear of Failure: Comparison to others on Substack creates self-doubt, stifling your creative voice.

• Burnout: Late nights, skipped meals, and blurred boundaries between work and rest take their toll.

The Impact?