Writing Prompts

• One option for beginning your minute of continuous writing is to start by responding to a writing prompt. This prompt offers writers a starting point so that they are not left with complete writer's block. A writing prompt may give you a question to answer, ask you to write about a specific personal experience, or provide you words or ideas to include in your writing. When it comes to writing prompts, the sky is the limit. Anything goes. Many writers prefer this method to give them a jump start. If you are in need of writing prompts, consider visiting a website such as creativewritingprompts.com and select one of hundreds.
  
  

Rules for Writing

• The rules to minute writing are simple. Do not make judgments about your writing. Do not stop to think about what you wish to write. Simply write down whatever ideas come to mind. There is no need to worry about grammar, spelling and punctuation. Just get your ideas down on paper in a short amount of time. It's fun and the results are surprising.
  
  

Writing Environment

• Remove all distractions during your minute of writing. Turn your cell phone or other electronics off or keep them out of reach. Separate yourself from other people you may be tempted to associate with. Move to a place in the room where you can focus. You may need to sit in a desk, at a table, on the floor, or a couch. Find what works best for you. Some writers prefer a comfortable writing spot and others do their best work when sitting in a more uncomfortable desk to help focus. Maintain a quiet environment for the minute of writing. You may be tempted to listen to background music as you write, but for this style of writing it is best to write in a quiet environment. Make the most of your short minute of writing by creating an environment that is clearly focused on the task at hand.
  
  

Mode of Writing

• There are two options for writing in this particular style. You may write by hand on paper in cursive or print handwriting. The other mode of writing to chose from is to type on a computer by creating a Word document. If you select the computer route, make sure to save your work and print your writing so that you have a copy handy.