I Wrote Poetry for 6 Days Straight — Here's What Happened

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Buildwriting

Onyemechi Nwakonam

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Buildwriting is a podcast for the intersection of creative writers that are both poets and short fiction writers. While we explore writing craft through a variety of podcast show formats we look at how we can make and find time to write in our busy lives. We look at poetry, short fiction and creativity. This is a podcast from a writer figuring how it works and sharing generously with those that care. Buildwriting releases episodes to educate, entertain and inspire you. Answering your questions,exploring ideas and going deep in tutorials with weekly episodes. Subscribe to join the tribe.

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I Wrote Poetry for 6 Days Straight — Here's What Happened | Ep 85

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15 minutes 29 seconds

9 months ago

I Wrote Poetry for 6 Days Straight — Here's What Happened | Ep 85

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In this episode, I share my journey of writing poetry for six consecutive days and the lessons I learned along the way. As someone who loves writing but struggled to build a consistent habit, I made a commitment to write a poem every day with just one simple rule: it had to be a minimum of ten lines. I discuss the challenges, triumphs, and the surprising moments of inspiration that came with showing up daily to write.I also explore the importance of consistency and how just showing up can shift your mindset and identity as a writer. Writing isn't always about creating masterpieces — it's about the practice and discipline of putting words on paper, even when the inspiration feels absent. I read one of my poems, “Scribbled Piece,” and reflect on how writing without judgment helped me embrace imperfection and build confidence.Looking ahead, I share my plan to emulate the works of Carl Sandburg, using his poetry as inspiration to explore new creative styles and techniques. Join me as I continue this poetic journey, discovering what it truly means to be a writer and how imitation can be a powerful tool for growth. If you love writing or want to develop a creative habit, this episode offers inspiration and actionable insights.Let me know your thoughts or suggestions for poets I should study next. Happy writing!

Chapters00:00 The Journey Begins: Writing Poetry Daily02:47 The Process of Writing: Showing Up06:11 Lessons Learned: Time, Money, and Passion09:07 The Importance of Identity: Feeling Like a Writer12:02 Next Steps: Imitating Great Writers