Foundation
Mark a gap and keep drafting
WhenWhen one missing detail stops your draft.
Put a clear placeholder where the detail is missing, then continue the part you can draft now. Return to the marked gap during revision.
Why it works
A missing stone does not have to close the whole path.
Start tiny
Mark the gap with brackets.
What you’ll notice
The gap stays visible while the rest takes shape.
When it slips
If the missing detail determines everything else, write the question you need answered and pause that section.
Evidence grade CPractitioner method or editorial idea
Adapted from St. Mary’s College of Maryland Writing Center. Procrastination, adapted writing guidance. Read the source ↗
Foundation: Small recurring actions with little setup. Choose anchors that fit your day.
