Give yourself limits

Distractions are easy, particularly when the words aren't coming easily.

You start researching something and go down a rabbit hole. You want to find the perfect playlist for your writing session and are suddenly looking at every playlist available. You want to find some comfortable writing clothes and are suddenly trying every outfit in your closet.

Give yourself limits when you know you're having a hard time writing.

Give yourself a time limit for research. Give yourself a time when you absolutely have to start writing. Give yourself a time limit for your stretch breaks.

Writing is a hard job. Sometimes, you have to force yourself to do it. Set the limits you require to get your writing done.