In this episode, we unpack what it really takes to build a writing routine that genuinely works for you. Instead of chasing rigid productivity methods or obsessing over word counts, we explore how better self-awareness, environment, and realistic habits form the foundation of sustainable academic writing. We discuss why small, consistent steps matter far more than grand plans - and how momentum grows not from daily output, but from curating your ideas, nurturing clarity, and showing up in ways that support your wellbeing. This episode serves as a gentle reminder that good writing routines are crafted, not imposed!

In this episode, we unpack the myth that writing begins only when "you're ready"! Academic writing isn't a polished performance -- it's an exploratory process that helps shape your thinking from the very first rough notes through to the final draft and editing. By redefining what it means to be "ready to write", we open ourselves to the messy, creative, and essential work of developing ideas through writing itself.

November marks Academic Writing Month - a time to pause and reflect on our writing habits, challenges, and growth. In this episode, we explore what academic writing truly means beyond word counts and deadlines, recognising writing as an evolving process of thinking, questioning, and discovery. It's an invitation to revisit your goals, reinvigorate your momentum, and remember that every scribbled note, question, reflection, and paragraph is part of your research journey.