Plan to do the smallest 'next' thing. Don't think about the size of the entire work, which can be daunting and discouraging. Always only think about the first s

Plan to do the smallest 'next' thing. Don't think about the size of the entire work, which can be daunting and discouraging. Always only think about the first smallest thing you can do. For me this will often be a meta-thing, like prepare my physical space with what I need close-by, or make an empty directory for the files that will be there and one empty outline.txt file, etc. Basically even while procrastinating, reduce the barrier to actually starting. Also don't think you have to follow any particular approach or methods. Write in whatever sequence you find yourself drawn to, and whatever means you choose (dictation, phone/tablet, at coffee shops, etc). To alleviate boredom, find some ways to add subtle humour into your writing--maybe only you'll know but that's enough if it entertains you while writing.