Ask the Herbalist: On Making Writing a Habit—from prompts to focus-mode & more

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Today’s question:

Q: “Hello Rachelle, I love your writing and for a while I have felt inspired to pick up pen and journal and start to practice my writing. Can you share your tips for:

• Making writing a habit and becoming better at it (other than practicing which I appreciate is the numero uno).

• Becoming a better storyteller.

On a side note—I have stumbled across the concept of digital gardens. Is this something you use/recommend when it comes to writing or in general and, if so, what it your method?”

A: Well, I love all questions here but I especially love questions about writing! And, what a special compliment to know that mine has inspired yours—that’s the best. <3 In terms of making writing a habit, I actually recommend treating it like …