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How Hemingway’s Morning Routine Can Boost Your Writing Productivity

Discover the benefits of adopting Hemingway’s early morning habits for enhanced creativity and productivity.

Jane Grismer
2 min readJul 2, 2024

Ever wondered what it’s like to write like Ernest Hemingway?

I tried his routine and found some incredible benefits. Here’s a concise look at my journey and why you should consider it too.

Hemingway’s Writing Routine

1. Early Start: Hemingway started writing at dawn, tapping into a fresh, undisturbed mind.

2. Quiet Environment: He wrote in a cool, quiet space free from distractions, enhancing focus.

3. Strategic Stopping: Hemingway read the previous day’s work and stopped when he knew what would happen next, maintaining creative momentum.

4. Morning Sessions: His sessions lasted from dawn until noon, or sometimes shorter, depending on the flow.

Photo by Annie Lang on Unsplash

My Experience

Mental Boost: Mornings were my most mentally active time, making writing feel more natural and…

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Jane Grismer
Jane Grismer

Written by Jane Grismer

Writer | Designer | Productivity + Empowerment Coach✨ Helping You Master Focus + Skill Stacking | ADHD 🦋

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